Family Stories

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After months of getting no where researching memory care facility options for our dad on our own because of the overwhelming marketing, someone recommend my siblings and I use A Family Tie. With the time that had passed, the situation was now more urgent as well, so we were very stressed. Our consultant at A Family Tie made a very overwhelming and stressful process become simplified and clear. After a family meeting and learning more about our dad's needs, personality, interests, and our goals, she made targeted recommendations, provided pros and cons for each, and set up tours. She attended the tours to provide her insights and also point out considerations specifically related to his needs, whether good or bad, and was very patient withour many questions. Within one week of the meeting, because of her expert guidance, we had two options that we were extremely happy with and made a decision after a few more days of thought and follow up questions. On top of the service, she also provided her expertise on how to prepare our loved one for the transition, timing, best practices for adjusting, and was extremely caring and supportive to us during a very stressful and emotional time. A few weeks later we put this advice in place as he moved into a memory care community, and things went smoother than we could have imagined, we are confident he is in excellent hands, and we finally have peace of mind that he is safe. We only wish we had learned of this service sooner and would highly recommend A Family Tie to anyone in search of care options for their loved one.

J Tyson & Family (daughter & her siblings) - April 2025

Five stars aren’t nearly enough for Peggy and A Family Tie. As someone navigating the overwhelming process of finding care for a parent with Alzheimer’s, I can’t express how grateful I am for Peggy’s guidance and support. She made what felt impossible so much more manageable.
From our very first conversation, it was clear how much she cares about her clients. After our initial interview, she even asked to speak with my mom to get to know her personally. That extra effort allowed Peggy to tailor the list of facilities specifically to my mother’s personality and needs. My mom was very hesitant about the idea of moving, but after speaking with Peggy, she felt heard and approached the process with a more open mind.
Peggy toured each facility with me—not just once, but twice—making time in her schedule to ensure I felt confident in every step. She asked thoughtful questions I hadn’t considered and acted as a true advocate throughout. Her presence turned a daunting task into one that felt supported and informed.
Thanks to her, the hardest part became choosing between several great options. I truly felt like I had someone in my corner every step of the way. I couldn’t be more grateful to have had A Family Tie recommended to me.

Gabriel T. - April 2025

Peggy  Breda is amazing! We called her on a Wednesday and had a placement for  our mother for respite care that same week! The assisted living care  community that she placed us in has wonderful staff and a very  comfortable environment. She is the best in this industry, by far, and  we are so grateful to have found her. 

We have  been trying to find a safe and suitable place for my mother (who suffers  from dementia) for months and continued to have our applications  rejected. Peggy not only helped us in a state of emergency, she has  continued to help us find the best permanent care that will both fit our  mother's medical and financial needs. Our only regret is that we didn't  call her sooner!

Gina S. (daughter)

Dear Peggy,
Thank you for your kind help in my search for a home for my mother. You truly were a life saver. Mother seems to be settling in at her new home. I have not met Isamar in person but her assistant, Debby Floras, was wonderful, enfolding mother in her arms. Mother snuggled right up to her.
I hope to be able to visit next week.
Thank you and God bless you.
Sandy F (daughter) - September 2020

Hi Peggy,

I hope you are doing well :)

I wanted to send a note to thank you for the guidance the past couple years.  Your experience, knowledge, and care has been the best and guidance, your help to find the right solution for senior living has been priceless.

Please feel free to share this email when you meet new families - I'm sure they will be as grateful as I have been to have you in their corner.

Thank you so much!

Rob H. (son)

Tony was so helpful to our family in finding a home for our parents. He gave us really good insight into the many options available to us.

Joseph M (son) - March 2020

My family highly recommends Tony from A Family Tie. He was very knowledgeable about the Assisted Living facilities, gave my family and I wonderful advice, and was in contact with us from the moment we inquired about moving our parents to Assisted Living until he found a place for our parents to live.  The difficult process wouldn’t have been as easy without Tony’s help. He was a pleasure to work with. Thank you Tony!

Maria M (daughter) - March 2020

We  were looking for an alternative assisted living facility for my mother  because the place where she had been living was becoming prohibitively  expensive (costs had more than doubled since she moved in). I paid two  consultants to help me understand the alternatives and got a list of  places to visit from each. During one of these visits that didn’t work  out, I was referred to Peggy and A Family Tie. This was a totally  different experience than I had with the other consultants (even not  considering that it involved no cost to us!). Before we even met, Peggy  visited two candidate facilities nearby and met with the care managers  to discuss my mom’s situation. After our meeting she also met with my  mom on several occasions, once bringing the manager of one of the  facilities that she identified (and where Mom now lives). I probably  would not have found this place without Peggy’s help (it was not  mentioned by either of my paid consultants even though it is fairly  nearby). It was clear that Peggy is very knowledgeable about the  assisted living facilities in the area.

Peggy  also assisted in the move which I was dreading because Mom had become  very attached to some of the staff members at the old place. She stayed  with Mom for nearly the whole day which really made the move go  smoothly.

Mom loves the new place (which happens  to cost roughly half of what we were previously paying). Peggy has  stopped to see her several times to check up on her. It is evident that  she cares very deeply about the people she is working with. I cannot  recommend Peggy more highly!

Edward L. (son)

Words cannot express the gratitude I have for Peggy Breda, president of “A Family Tie”.

In  my search for an assisted living facility for my brother, I was  directed to many facilities and many organizations on the web, but I had  to be the one finding each home and had to assess the suitability of  each one.  Peggy helped to weed out all those that  were inappropriate and selected those that would be my best choices.  She set up several meetings and tours. Working with my input as to my  brother’s needs, she helped me find the ideal living situation for him. I  am forever grateful!

Brenda D. (sister)

Placing  a parent into an assisted living or nursing home, essentially anyplace  other than where they would prefer to be, is one of the most difficult  changes life offers. It raises many emotions and struggles for everyone  involved. Working with Peggy makes this major life transition as easy as  one can hope. Because of her extensive experience in the care of the  elderly population and her connections with the surrounding communities,  your worries will be greatly lessened. Not only can she connect with  the appropriate agencies, she can also help guide you through this major  change with her caring voice, genuine compassion, and most important,  her vast experience and knowledge. I can’t recommend this company enough  to help guide you through these inevitable changes.

Karen M. (Daughter)