Dr. Marion Somers

Dr. Marion Somers, PhD serves on the judging panel for the Seniorhomes.com Best of the Web Awards.

A recognized visionary and thought leader in her field, Dr. Marion has over 40 years of experience as a geriatric care manager, caregiver, author, speaker, and teacher of all things elder care. After decades of working directly with seniors and their caregivers, Dr. Marion launched a public effort to provide practical tools, solutions, and advice to those struggling to care for our aging population.

She has helped millions of Americans through her book, Elder Care Made Easier: Dr. Marion’s Ten Steps To Help You Care For An Aging Loved One, and her web site, www.DrMarion.com, as well as cross-country speaking tours, syndicated column, media appearances, and more.

Dr. Marion also recently launched the Elder 411 and Elder 911 iPhone apps in a joint effort with Presto, an award-winning computerless email service that makes long-distance caregiving easier. Simply download the apps from the Apple app store or visit www.Elder411.net to get instant mobile access to a wealth of caregiving insights, checklists, and support.

Elder 411 is an information-rich resource designed to help caregivers plan ahead, while Elder 911 is made for emergency situations like a fall or sudden illness – helping you immediately navigate the complexities of a crisis situation. Dr. Marion is a proud supporter of the 3in4 Need More campaign, providing education and awareness about planning ahead for long-term care needs.