Fresno & Clovis · Free to families

A calmer path to the right senior living home.

Free help finding the right assisted living or memory care in Fresno and Clovis. We match seniors with the assisted living, memory care or residential care home that fits their needs, budget and personality. Led by Phylicia Smith, a state-certified RCFE administrator, we walk beside your family from the first call to move-in day.

  • No cost to your family
  • State-certified RCFE administrator
  • Every care option explained
A winding path passes three waypoints, Guidance, Options and Peace of mind, on its way to a home with the porch light on. Guidance Options Peace of mind
$0 to families. The community you choose pays our fee — never you.

If you're here, something has probably changed.

Maybe it was a fall, a worrying phone call, or a doctor's visit that ended with more questions than answers. Maybe you've been the caregiver for a long time and you're running on empty. Wherever you're starting from, the search for senior living can feel overwhelming and urgent. That's exactly the moment we're here for.

Families often reach out after:

  • A fall or hospital stay
  • A dementia diagnosis
  • Missed medications or meals
  • Caregiver burnout
  • Losing a spouse
  • A move closer to family
Care options

Every kind of senior living, explained plainly.

The right setting depends on health, memory, independence and personality, not just a checklist. We help you understand each option and find the one that fits.

Independent living

Private apartments or cottages with meals, housekeeping, transportation and a full calendar of activities, for seniors who don't need hands-on care.

Often a fit whenYour loved one is mostly independent, but tired of keeping up a house or eating alone.

Assisted living

Apartment-style living with trained staff on hand around the clock to help with bathing, dressing, medications and getting around, plus dining and activities.

Often a fit whenDaily tasks have become harder, but privacy and a social life still matter.

Memory care

Secure, calm residences for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementias, with specially trained staff, structured days and layouts that reduce confusion.

Often a fit whenWandering, confusion or safety worries mean home, or standard assisted living, is no longer enough.

Residential care homes

Licensed homes (RCFEs) in ordinary neighborhoods that care for a small group of residents, often with more one-on-one attention and a family feel.

Often a fit whenSignificant hands-on care is needed, and a quiet, home-like setting would feel better than a large community.

Respite & short-term stays

Furnished stays of a few weeks to a month, for recovery after an illness, a caregiver's break, or a trial run before a longer move.

Often a fit whenA family caregiver needs rest, or you'd like to try community life before committing.

Post-hospital placement

When a hospital or rehab stay ends and home isn't safe yet, we work with discharge planners to find a setting that can follow the care plan.

Often a fit whenA discharge date is set and your family needs options in days, not weeks.

Not sure which of these fits? Try the two-minute care guide
Care guide

Not sure which level of care fits?

Check anything that sounds like your loved one today. You'll see a starting point right away, and Phylicia confirms the fit with you during a free assessment.

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How it works

Guidance, options and peace of mind, in six steps.

Three words describe how we work: one advisor, a clear process, and a family that always knows what comes next.

Phase one Guidance Understand the whole person
  1. 1

    Free consultation

    Tell us what's changed. We listen first, to health and mobility, memory, routines, budget, preferred areas and what makes your loved one feel at home.

  2. 2

    Care needs assessment

    We meet in person or by video and review medical needs and daily routines, often alongside doctors' notes or discharge papers, to pin down the level of care that truly fits.

Phase two Options Narrow the choices
  1. 3

    A short list, not a long one

    We match needs, budget and location against communities in the areas you prefer, and explain the tradeoffs of each in care, cost and culture.

  2. 4

    Tours, prepared

    We help schedule visits and prepare you with what families don't always know to ask: overnight staffing, how care fees rise, and what happens if needs change.

Phase three Peace of mind See it through
  1. 5

    Decision & move-in

    We help you compare agreements, coordinate physician forms and assessments, and plan move-in day so nothing falls through the cracks.

  2. 6

    Checking in after

    We follow up after the move to make sure the fit is right, and we're a phone call away if needs change down the road.

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Your advisor

Meet Phylicia Smith

Director of Senior PlacementState-Certified RCFE Administrator

Phylicia guides families through one of life's hardest decisions with patience and plain answers. She is a state-certified RCFE administrator — the certificate California requires to run a residential care facility for the elderly — so she knows the rules, the paperwork and the questions that matter when you're comparing care.

When you call A3 Senior Advisors, you talk with Phylicia, and she stays with your family from the first conversation to move-in day.

Why A3 Senior Advisors

Finding care is personal. We keep it that way.

Choosing where a parent or spouse will live is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. It deserves more than a search result.

Free to your family

The community you choose pays our fee — never you. You'll never receive a bill from us.

A state-certified administrator

Phylicia is a state-certified RCFE administrator, so she understands the standards residential care is held to.

One advisor, start to finish

The person who takes your first call is the person who checks in after the move. No call centers, no hand-offs.

Every option on the table

Independent living, assisted living, memory care and residential care homes, explained side by side so you can compare with confidence.

Straight answers on cost

We explain monthly rates, care-level fees and move-in costs up front, and point you toward help like long-term care insurance and VA Aid & Attendance benefits.

Honest about fit

If a community isn't right, or if staying home with in-home support is the better answer, we'll tell you.

A local advisor vs. an online directory

Many families start with a search engine and end up sorting through hundreds of listings on their own. Here's what changes when you work with us instead.

How A3 Senior Advisors compares with a typical online referral directory
TopicA3 Senior AdvisorsTypical online directory
Who you talk toPhylicia, your dedicated advisorOften a national call center
RecommendationsA short list matched to needs, budget and locationSearch results and filters
Cost questionsExplained up front, in plain languageOften left for you to find out
After move-inPhylicia checks in to make sure the fit is rightUsually not part of the service
Questions families ask

Good questions deserve plain answers.

Don't see yours? Call Phylicia. There's no such thing as a question too small.

Does it really cost nothing?

Yes. Free to families. The community you choose pays our fee — never you. A3 Senior Advisors is paid a referral fee by the senior living community after a move-in, much like a real estate agent paid by the seller. You'll never receive a bill from us, and the monthly rate you pay the community is the same whether or not you use our service.

What does RCFE mean?

RCFE stands for Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. It's the licensed category that covers most assisted living communities and residential care homes. An RCFE administrator is certified to run one, which is why Phylicia knows what to look for when families compare their options.

How quickly can you help?

Many families call when a decision can't wait, such as an upcoming hospital discharge. Tell us your timeline on the first call, and we'll plan around it. When there's more time, we move at your family's pace.

What's the difference between assisted living and a residential care home?

Both provide help with daily activities and staff around the clock. Assisted living communities are larger, with private apartments, dining rooms and a full activity calendar. Residential care homes are licensed homes in regular neighborhoods caring for a small group of residents, often with more one-on-one attention and sometimes a lower monthly cost.

My parent doesn't want to move. Can you still help?

This is one of the most common things we hear, and it's completely normal. We can talk with your loved one directly, answer their questions and arrange low-pressure visits. Many seniors feel differently after a lunch or an afternoon at a community. Their voice is always part of the decision.

Do you work with hospitals and social workers?

Yes. Discharge planners, case managers and social workers can refer a patient to us directly. We coordinate with the care team so the new setting is ready for the needs listed in the discharge plan.

Do you own any of the communities you suggest?

A3 Senior Advisors is affiliated with owners of assisted living communities in the Fresno area. If a community we suggest is one of ours, we'll tell you first, so you can decide with the full picture.

Can you help if my parent uses Medi-Cal?

Yes. We help families using Medi-Cal programs too — always free.

What if we want you to stop contacting us?

Want us to stop contacting you? Tell us once — by phone, text or email — and we will.

Get started

Let's talk about what's next.

Tell us a little about your situation. Phylicia will listen, answer questions and explain your options. It's free, with no obligation.

What happens after you reach out

  1. Phylicia calls you back to learn about your situation.
  2. You talk for about 30 minutes about needs, budget and location.
  3. You get a short list of communities that fit, and help planning tours.

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