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BarDee Johnston
CareScout Premier Advisor

Hi, I'm BarDee

As your dedicated senior living advisor, I'm here to help you find the right senior living option for your loved one—a place that feels just like home

(619) 853-2325

About me

BarDee started her senior care journey years ago helping her husband, James, as a caregiver for her beloved mother-in-law; and more recently for her own mother. She understands what it's like to be concerned with and care for a frail parent, and the challenges which accompany being a 24/7 caregiver. Her professionalism and sincere, caring manner have a way of making others feel immediately at ease, knowing she will only recommend appropriate senior care options within their monthly financial range. BarDee and her husband, James, work as a team. James has been a professional Senior Care Advisor for the past two years. As a result of their combined experience and expertise, thousands of families have found peace of mind with the optimal senior living and care solutions for their loved ones.

Operating in
Greater San Diego
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(619) 853-2325
My services

Get free expert guidance every step of the way

Whether you need a senior living advisor, an elder care guide, or a senior housing consultant, our services streamline the process of senior living placement. We provide expert guidance, saving you time and stress by identifying the best senior housing options for your family - at the right price. Here's how we do it:

Consultation

The initial consultation is key to finding the right senior living community. Your CareScout Premier Advisor will ask thoughtful questions to understand your loved one’s needs, preferences and priorities.

Assessment

The care needs assessment is essential in finding a senior living community that feels like home—both today and in the future.

Personalized list of options

Your Premier Advisor will create a customized list of communities, ensuring they match your loved one's needs - and help you make an informed decision.

Education

The most important part of making a confident decision is understanding the options, and your CareScout Premier Advisor provides the information and support you need - every step of the way.

Financial guidance

Our Premier Advisors provide clear, compassionate support to help families understand the programs available to them and what they can truly afford, ensuring peace of mind throughout the process.

Move-in assistance

With a deep network of trusted partners, our Premier Advisors are here to support every step of the move-in process, ensuring a seamless and comfortable transition.

REVIEWS

See what families say about working with me

Caroline C
September 2026
Verified Review
BarDee responded promptly to my request and helped narrow down facilities that would accept a Hoyer lift.
Julie J
July 2026
Verified Review
BarDee has been a tremendous help to me walking me through a process I was completely new to. I can tell she has a passion for truly helping families find the right fit for their loved one. Very grateful for her help during this process! I highly recommend her!!!
David E
July 2026
Verified Review
BarDee was very helpful and responsive to our needs and requests
Tracey S
June 2026
Verified Review
Bardee was very helpful in assisting me to visit and tour several Memory Care facilities for possible residence for my sister.
Paul H
March 2026
Bardee was so helpful to me in finding a place for my 91 year old mother. She recommend 4 places that were within 10 miles from our home. She had pre-screened these boarding and assisted living facilities. Bardee also provided a long list of relevant questions to me many I would have not considered so I appreciate that level of detail. After touring the facilities, meeting with admins and staff she followed up with me on any questions or concerns. We settled on Kelly's Foothill Villa a nicely appointed boarding home with a super staff. They cook fresh homemade meals and have been great helping mom with all her needs. I highly recommend Bardee Johnston if you are looking for a care facility here in North County.
Robin D
February 2026
Verified Review
Extremely knowledgeable about memory care facilities in the area. She had a wealth of information on the facilities she recommended after getting my input on what my priorities were in finding a facility. BarDee even showed up for the tours I had scheduled so that we could compare notes on what we thought was good and bad after each visit. I felt I was making a much more informed decision on selecting a memory care facility after working with her. Her assistance was really appreciated.
Cindy P
January 2026
Verified Review
BarDee was exceptional! Extremely knowledgeable and pleasant. She has a good rapport with the facilities she works with and guided us to a successful choice for my mom. My family can’t thank her enough for her help. We will definitely recommend her to friends and family.
Patty P
December 2025
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On meeting BarDee I felt confident that she could and would take care of the all importtant job of finding a home. She conveyed an attitude of confidence and honesty and I was easily brought along with that confidence. Looking forward to my house search with BarDee.
Cathy G
December 2025
Verified Review
Bardee was our angel. so many obstacles in our way trying to figure out how to help and find a home for our special family member. Unable to afford much, on social security and no other income. Bardee was so helpful in guiding us through options and we found just the best place for him. We are sleeping soundly now knowing that he is in a safe space. Thank you Bardee.
Lori M
October 2025
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BarDee made it easy in a very difficult time.
Deean S
October 2025
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BarDee communicated all the steps, set up the tour and made sure i had everything needed to complete my search
Ron M
October 2025
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Ms. Johnston is a tremendous resource. When I really needed help to find a home for a close friend who had just been discharged from a hospital, Ms. Johnston came to my rescue. She found multiple potential assisted living and board-and-care facilities for my friend to consider, as home care was prohibitively expensive. I cannot thank her enough.
Steve H
September 2025
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Bar Dee was very thorough, helpful and knowledgeable.
Ron M
August 2025
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BarDee is awesome. Thank you for all your help.
Richard G
August 2025
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Bar dee was a real good resource. A pleasure to deal with. Very knowledgeable and great communicator.
Dodd M
May 2025
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Barbee was very helpful in providing leads for the residence I was looking for to accommodate my father's needs. Highly recommend.
Cindy R
May 2025
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BarDee was very helpful and great with follow up!
David s
May 2025
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BarDee is a delight to work with. Attentive to my needs and always helpful in recommending facilities that might fit my needs. I would highly recommend BarDee.
Maggie X
May 2025
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I was searching for a senior living community in north county and was glad that I found the best local agent with her experience, knowledge and open optionors. She gave me best of 5 options at one time, and spent time with me to discuss ops and cons on 2 of my picks. These valuable opinions guided me fine Brookdale San Marcos with a great move-in special. I would recommend Bardee for all my friends, and for someone like me as a new comer. Thank you, Bardee, for your professionalism and open opinions for all your clients.
Virginia L
February 2025
Verified Review
So far, she has been wonderful. We are still in early stages but I anticipate my sister will love the place Bardee helped us find. And she has been a great resource finding suitable solutions to the problems that arise.
Barbara B
January 2025
Verified Review
Thorough, knowledgeable, easy to work with and I found the right place right for my husband, right off the bat. Thank you Bardee.
Brad G
November 2024
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BarDee turned us on to Golden Years Resort in Atascadero. Brand new facility. Absolutely beautiful. Thanks BarDee!!!!!
Jennifer M
September 2024
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BarDee was so wonderful to work with in our search for an assisted living situation for my brother! She work with us in arranging several tours for places we were interested in. Her communication was excellent and we did find a place within days. It removed a lot of the stress in our search using the seniority's site. Thank you again BarDee!
Diana B
August 2024
Verified Review
BarDee was a great help during my search for an affordable community to move my Mom. She emailed lists of Assisted Living and Board & Care facilities in my area. She scheduled appointments for tours of communities I wanted to see. With her assistance we located a beautiful, affordable place for my mom to live.
Lori S
July 2024
Verified Review
I’ve worked with other placement assistance companies and have become quite disillusioned. A Place For Mom & Care.com are hard-core sales-driven. When I began working with BarDee, it was like a breath of fresh air! I wasn’t bombarded with phone calls and emails. We spoke and she got all the details needed. Throughout my search, BarDee was responsive to the changes that took place in my parents’ conditions, and continued to provide me with new resources and contacted different places that she truly felt would meet the needs of my parents. She welcomed my feedback on each of the places I toured. I would highly recommend anyone who has the need to take on this monumental task of finding assisted living, memory care, or SNF to contact BarDee for assistance.
Julie K
June 2024
When I really needed help finding placement for my family member, BarDee was amazingly helpful. She not only found us referrals but helped explain the differences of the types of care available. I highly recommend working with her for your family’s needs.
George A
May 2024
Verified Review
Very responsive. Provided relevant information and helped find exactly what was desired.
Harriet T
February 2024
Verified Review
My experience was great.
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CareScout Premier Advisor

What is a CareScout Premier Advisor?

CareScout Premier Advisors are carefully vetted senior living experts, hand-picked by CareScout for their exceptional service, deep community connections, and proven expertise.

With years of experience, they guide families to find the right senior living community, tailored to their loved one's needs, preferences, and budget. From exploring options to understanding costs, they provide personalized support every step of the way, making the process smooth and stress-free.

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