This spotlight on a senior resource professional came because of a recent meeting of our local Senior Alliance Group.   One of our members, Steven Dreisin from Dreisin Eldercare in Huntington made an impressive presentation about the services his company offers.  Steven’s credentials as a Geriatric Care Manager are eqully impressive.   It occured to me that many people could use his help and professional advice at one time or another – for either themselves or for a family member.

After a consultation and a complete assessment of your needs Dreisin Eldercare can prepare a Care Plan which identifies problems and outlines options to solve them.  They also can assist you with a specific task for a family member – such as needing help locating a nursing home or hiring a home care worker.  Their Assisted Living At Home Program is available locally and allows seniors to receive support services in their own home – even if no relative lives nearby.  You can find out more information about Steven Dreisin and Dreisin Eldercare by visiting their website or by calling 631-425-0700.   

Our Senior Alliance Group meets once a month in Dix Hills and is a team of professionals working together to provide a centralized source for a wide range of services most needed by seniors.  Members are held to a high standard for accountability and performance.  For more information about other services offered please contact Cheryl Grossman for a brochure at SRalliance@CherylGrossman.com or 631-223-8549.

The Greens at Half Hollow, Melville, NY continues to be one of more desirable and popular Above-55 Developments on Long Island.  It’s easy to see why!  Everyone talks about the gorgeous Clubhouse, the beautiful grounds, the variety of housing available and the Lifestyle.  The residents enjoy the many activities available and there is a real sense of community.

But there’s a more practical reason to consider The Greens also.  The property taxes.  After looking at some of the homes for sale in other upscale developments – The Greens is a real bargain!  Compare the taxes for these 3 similar priced homes – each listed around $1,600,000 - Hamlet Estates, Jericho:  $28,528;  The Links at North Hills:  $26,675;   The Greens, Melville:  $7,654.  That says it all…

My 3rd Quarter, 2009 Housing Market Update for The Greens, Melville shows more sales activity than in the same quarter last year.  Prices are down some – but are generally strong.   Inventory numbers are up slightly from the Spring.

Any Questions or Want More Information?  Buying or Selling – Contact Cheryl Grossman at 631-223-8549 or TheGreens@CherylGrossman.com.  For a Quick Link to Homes For Sale in The Greens go to www.LIagent.com.

The Greens at Half Hollow, Melville, NY has a variety of housing choices.  There are 2 Condo Models with slight variations in the upper and lower floor plans; 2 Townhouses and 3 Villa models.  There are basements in some of the townhouses and villas.

The Condos:  The Caspian and The Cordova - upper and lower units.

The Townhouses (in groups of 4):  The Medici - the inner units and The Mirasol - the larger corner units.

The Villas ( semi-attached): The Florenza (2-story, with Master on Main Level); The Valencia (2-story) and The Viscaya (Ranch).

Buying or Selling in The Greens? For More Information or to Arrange An Appointment, Contact Cheryl Grossman – 631-223-8549 or TheGreens@CherylGrossman.com.

How does a REALTOR@ with an SRES and a member of Seniors Alliance benefit a Senior when considering a move? 

SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) – is a designation awarded by the National Association of Realtor to those agents who have demonstrated the knowledge and expertise necessary to counsel clients age 50-plus through major financial and lifestyle transitions involving relocation, refinancing or a home.  An agent with an SRES designation has received special training, receives regular updates, and is prepared to offer the options and information needed in making life changing decisions.

Seniors Alliance – is the means for providing that centralized source for a wide variety of senior-specific services.  SR  Alliance (Seniors Alliance) is a team of professionals from your community – working together to provide the highest level of expertise -  readily available to provide that needed resource to you through one contact.  Our group meets locally once a month and is composed of professionals from the Huntington and Smithtown areas.  Our membership includes experts in financial services, medical and non-medical homecare, legal and accounting and housing related services.  Each person of our team is committed to finding ways to make sure that your problems get solved - by providing the right expert to help assess the full implications and to provide the right information, resources and options available to you.  Our SR Alliance group is one of hundreds of SR Alliance teams that have been formed throughout the country with the same mission and purpose of serving seniors.  Located in almost every major city and many smaller cities, these teams and their resources are available to you also.

If you’re a senior – or know someone who could benefit from working with a seniors real estate consultant, please call me at 631-493-0542 or cheryl@liagent.com.  You don’t have to do this alone.  There’s a whole group of experts ready to help.