Despena was very helpful. She gave me good recommendations for several facilities and we picked Rose Tree Place which is a wonderful place working out very well for my mom.
April 2023
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What we think about Despena
Lorri has an incredible heart, and she and her team truly go above and beyond for their families.
About Despena
Lorri Bernstein, Founder of Senior Living Specialists, Philadelphia, dedicated to helping families navigate the maze of finding senior living for their loved ones. Lorri, an MSW, utilizes her social work skills in counseling families to find the best community for the needs of her clients. Setting her apart from other placement companies, Lorri is committed to a truly personal experience, with a hands-on approach in working with families. Lorri, a Chicago native, has lived in the Philadelphia area for over 10 years. Lorri’s work experience includes, sales management, entrepreneurial business, and Talent Recruitment. With a lifetime of volunteer experience, Lorri currently dedicates her time as a member of the Emily’s Entourage Team, an organization combatting a nonsense mutation for Cystic Fibrosis. Lorri is a proud parent of 4 amazing children. Despena was born in Philadelphia and attended Drexel University's business school with a concentration in Accounting. She was the co-founder and owner of two award-winning boutiques in Philadelphia for 20 years. She is an entrepreneur at heart with a vision and top-notch organizational skills. Senior Living Specialists has connected her with many people in the senior living community world and she enjoys helping guide families who are overwhelmed with a maze of senior care options. Connecting with families and working with communities has been extremely rewarding. Lorri and Despena are thrilled to initiate a partnership with Seniorly in 2020.