We help families find senior living.
A senior living marketplace with a free concierge service that researches, compares and visits homes with you. Funded by the communities we partner with, never by families.
How Assisted Living Magazine helps families
Families come to us for clarity, independent research, side-by-side comparisons, and practical next steps when it’s time to visit homes.
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We analyze thousands of senior homes
Our team has developed a rigorous process to analyze senior homes, including analysis of government inspection reports, resident testimonials, interviews with owners & operators, on-site walkthroughs, online reviews, and dozens of other factors.
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We help you compare and visit top options
Our complimentary concierge service saves you time by scheduling tours and walkthroughs, streamlining applications and paperwork, and ensuring that each home offers you its best price.
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We guide you through benefits and programs
We help seniors claim government benefits from Medicaid, Medicare, veterans benefits and over 300 state and local programs.
Free for families, paid for by communities
How we make money
Our research and concierge service are funded through the communities we partner with, not by charging families. That support is what lets us offer personalized guidance at no cost.
Read our How We Make Money page →How we rate homes
We evaluate the quality of care, the reputation of the organization, and community testimonials before recommending any home, so families are pointed toward trustworthy communities, not just available ones.
Read our ranking methodology →Meet our team
Dedicated to helping seniors live happier, healthier lives. See our team in the press.
Leadership
David Petersen
Chairman Co-Founder
David Petersen is Co-Founder and Chairman of Assisted Living Magazine, where he applies nearly two decades of experience building consumer marketplaces to help families navigate senior care. A serial entrepreneur, he previously co-founded Flexport, BuildZoom, LocalMovers, and ImportGenius. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees in Computer Science from the University of Maryland and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Jeremy Clerc
CEO Co-Founder
Jeremy Clerc is Co-Founder and CEO of Assisted Living Magazine, where he applies a background in growth strategy and technology to the work of making senior care more accessible to families. He holds a bachelor's degree in Computing and Information Science with a Business minor from Cornell University, and previously held growth and strategy roles at Verkada and BAE Systems.
Zach Schoening
Growth
Zach Schoening is a Growth leader at Assisted Living Magazine, where he applies a background in B2B marketing to expand the company's reach to families seeking senior care. He earned the Cares Dementia Specialist (C.D.S.) credential from HealthCare Interactive and previously held marketing and sales roles at Verkada and Okta. He holds a bachelor's degree in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, cum laude, from the Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business.
Cole LoGrande
Sales Manager
Cole LoGrande is an Account Executive at Assisted Living Magazine, where he applies a background in finance and hospitality to help families compare cost and quality across senior care communities. He holds a bachelor's degree in Business Economics, magna cum laude, from UCLA, and previously held a finance role at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
Jordan Weiss, PhD
Scientific Researcher
Dr. Jordan Weiss is a scientific researcher at Assisted Living Magazine, where he leads in-depth research initiatives on aging, healthspan, and evidence-based care practices that impact older adults and caregiving communities. In addition to his work with Assisted Living Magazine, Jordan serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and is affiliated with the Optimal Aging Institute and Division of Precision Medicine.
Laura Murphy
Director of Marketing
Laura Murphy is the Director of Marketing at Assisted Living Magazine, where she applies a background in marketing and communications to shape how the company connects with families navigating senior care. She previously spent nearly six years at Blackstone, progressing from Marketing Associate to Senior Marketing Manager. She holds a master's degree in Aging and Health from Georgetown University and a bachelor's degree in Mass Communication and Media Studies from NYU.
Nico De Bin
Engineering Lead
Nico De Bin is the Engineering Lead at Assisted Living Magazine. He has more than 17 years of full-stack experience across React, TypeScript, Node.js and PHP, and he brings AI-assisted development into everyday engineering. He previously worked as a Senior Full-Stack Engineer at Finder and studied Computer Systems Analysis at the Universidad de Buenos Aires.
Claire Hamilton
Senior Partnerships Manager
Claire Hamilton is a Senior Partnerships Manager at Assisted Living Magazine, where she applies a background in gerontology to help families navigate senior care options with confidence. She previously held a senior partnerships role at Omada, a digital health company, and earlier worked in content roles at Okta. She holds a Master of Science in Gerontology from USC and a bachelor's degree in International Marketing from USD.
The rest of the team
Help for every step of the journey
Short guides our team wrote for families, from spotting the right time to planning the move.
Identifying the right time
Signs like difficulties in daily activities, declining health, or social isolation indicate it might be time to consider senior living.
Read the guide →Having the tough conversation
How to raise senior living with an aging loved one with thoughtfulness and compassion, and choose the right setting to discuss their needs.
Read the guide →Understanding senior living options
Compare communities and care types, taking into account the amenities, services, and costs.
Read the guide →Paying for senior living
Veterans benefits, long-term care insurance, and other financial assistance that can help manage costs.
Read the guide →Selecting the right provider
Compare communities by evaluating their amenities, care services, and feedback from residents and families.
Read the guide →Planning for a smooth transition
Practical moving tips and caregiver resources for the physical and emotional sides of the move.
Read the guide →Frequently asked questions
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Contact support.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
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Is my information kept private when I reach out?
Helpful resources
Cost guideTo senior living, assisted living, nursing homes, and more Interviews with residentsInterviews with residents at our senior living facilities Home photo albumPhotos from communities we have visited Room virtual toursWalk through rooms and common areas Home videosVideo tours of senior homesContact us
Need help? Send us an inquiry and we will get back to you the same day.
Email info@assistedlivingmagazine.com
Phone (888) 927-9409
Our HQ
524 Broadway, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10012



