Stop the Scramble. Start the Strategy.
Expert Geratric Advocacy and Systems Navigation for Seattle Families
My Why
“I’ve been where you are. Even with my clinical background, it was overwhelming.”
In 2019, when my mother was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer at just 62, my world shifted. Despite being a medical social worker, I found myself drowning in the “never-ending logistics” of her care while parenting a toddler and navigating my own anticipatory grief.
We were scrambling to get affairs in order that we thought we had decades to handle. That “trial by fire” taught me a truth that books couldn’t: Even the most capable families need a navigator.
It has been over five years since her passing, and I have turned that profound challenge into a mission. I provide the professional “brain” to handle the logistics and the clinical “heart” to support your grief, so you can focus on being a daughter, a son, or a spouse—not just a project manager.
My Services
The Strategy Roadmap
Best for: Families in the “Trial by Fire” or newly diagnosed phase.
The Goal: Moving from “crisis mode” to a proactive, 12-month clinical and logistical plan.
What’s Included:
- Pre-Session Review: Professional audit of current medical, legal, and housing documents.
- 90-Minute Clinical Intensive: A deep-dive meeting to identify immediate safety risks and long-term needs.
- The Roadmap Deliverable: A written, prioritized action plan with vetted Seattle-area resources and “next step” checklists.
Investment: $500 (Flat Fee)
Family Care Alignment
Best for: Siblings or spouses who are “stuck” or navigating different opinions on care.
The Goal: Reaching a compassionate consensus on a loved one’s needs without the stress of formal legal mediation.
What’s Included:
Neutral Facilitation: A 75-minute expert-led session designed to center the senior’s well-being.
Conflict Resolution: Using clinical expertise to bridge gaps in sibling or spousal perspectives.
Unified Care Vision: A summary of agreed-upon goals to ensure the family moves forward as a team.
Investment: $300 (Per Session)
Clinical Support & Advocacy
Best for: Long-term mental health support and “boots on the ground” systems navigation.
The Goal: Professional mental health care for the senior and expert advocacy within the Seattle medical/facility system.
What’s Included:
Specialized Psychotherapy: LICSW-level support for aging, grief, and cognitive transitions.
Medical Advocacy: Interfacing with doctors (UW/Swedish/Providence/Fed Hutchison) and facility staff to ensure care standards are met.
Crisis Availability: Priority scheduling and professional representation during care conferences.
Investment: $200 / hour (Retainer required)
Testimonials
“When my friend was diagnosed with cancer, he was overwhelmed in navigating the system. I wanted to help, but I didn’t have the bandwidth or expertise. I felt in gifting him time with Lark, he was in the best hands possible.”
Val T
“When my dad was diagnosed with late stage, terminal cancer last year, I suddenly became responsible for coordinating his medical care, managing his finances, and getting his affairs in order. Lark was responsive, organized, and compassionate – helping me prioritize in an overwhelming situation, giving me more space to focus on my final weeks with my dad.”
Liz T
To provide high-touch, dedicated support to every family, I limit my practice to 10 active advocacy cases and 2 new Strategy Roadmaps per month. Please book a Discovery Call to check current availability.
info@larkspurlangston.com PO Box 28087 Seattle, WA 98118 (206) 473-8706