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A senior housing app helps families find, compare, and evaluate senior living communities from their phone. The CareGrade™ app — free on the Apple App Store — grades every community A–D using regulatory data, with CompareWHY™ comparison, CareCircle™ family workspace, and Clara™ AI concierge.
📱 Download CareGrade™ on the App Store
Why Use an App for Senior Housing?
Finding the right senior housing is a decision that involves significant monthly cost, regulatory compliance, and your loved one's daily well-being. It's not a decision to make from scattered browser tabs and text messages.
A senior housing app organizes the entire search in your pocket — with trust scores, comparisons, and family collaboration built in.
What the CareGrade™ App Does for Senior Housing
1. Trust Grades for Every Community
Every senior housing community in the app carries a SeniorTrust™ Score — a letter grade (A–D) calculated from regulatory inspections, staffing data, and verified reviews.
- A Grade: Excellent regulatory record, strong staffing, clean inspections
- B Grade: Solid with minor concerns
- C Grade: Notable concerns
- D Grade: Significant problems
2. CompareWHY™ Side-by-Side
Compare up to 4 senior housing communities and see why one outperforms another — category by category, in plain English.
3. CareCircle™ — Family Workspace
CareCircle™ lets your whole family collaborate on the senior housing search from their phones:
- Build a shared shortlist
- Share notes and documents
- Set reminders for tours
- Track priorities together
- Converge on a top pick
4. Clara™ AI Concierge
Ask Clara about care levels, pricing, payment options, or specific communities — 24/7, by typing or tap-to-speak.
5. Interactive Map
Explore senior housing communities geographically. Pan across your area, tap any marker, and see the grade and pricing.
6. Get Matched
Answer a few questions and get personalized recommendations based on care type, location, budget, and timeline.
How to Search for Senior Housing on the App
Step 1: Download
Get CareGrade™ free on the App Store
Step 2: Browse by Care Type
Filter by assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, independent living, or CCRC.
Step 3: Check Trust Scores
Start with A and B grades. Tap any community for the full score breakdown, inspection history, and verified pricing.
Step 4: Compare Finalists
Use CompareWHY™ to compare your top 3–4 communities side by side.
Step 5: Collaborate in CareCircle™
Invite family members to CareCircle™ and make the decision together.
Step 6: Tour and Decide
Tour the top 2–3 communities, then decide as a family.
What Types of Senior Housing Can You Find?
Assisted Living
Communities for seniors who need help with daily activities but don't require 24/7 medical care.
Memory Care
Specialized communities for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia, with secured environments and trained staff.
Skilled Nursing Facilities
Nursing homes providing 24/7 medical care and rehabilitation therapy.
Independent Living
Communities for active seniors who want social engagement and maintenance-free living.
CCRCs
Continuing Care Retirement Communities offering multiple care levels on one campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free app for finding senior housing?
Yes. The CareGrade™ app is free on the Apple App Store — download here.
Can I compare senior housing communities on my phone?
Yes. The app's CompareWHY™ tool lets you compare up to 4 communities side by side with full trust score breakdowns.
How does the app grade senior housing communities?
The SeniorTrust™ Score is calculated from regulatory inspections (CMS and CCLD), staffing data, complaint histories, and verified reviews. Communities cannot pay for a better grade.
Does the app work for all types of senior housing?
Yes. The app covers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, independent living, and CCRCs.