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Donlyn Young
CareScout Premier Advisor

Hi, I'm Donlyn

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

(714) 515-7198

About me

Donlyn Young started working with seniors when she was in high school and volunteer programs. She's always had a heart for the senior population since navigating her own grandparents' aging experiences and her mother's dementia. Now going into her 19th year of helping families find the best care options they can for their loved ones. It's often a difficult and challenging time, but she is here to hold their hand throughout the entire process. Donlyn earned her Master's in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, which is quite helpful in navigating family dynamics and going over clinical intakes of comorbid diagnoses. She takes a whole person-centered approach. Donlyn also has her Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Administrator Certification through the State of CA

Operating in
Orange County
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(714) 515-7198
Licenses & Certifications
Residential Care for the Elderly (RCFE) Administrator, 2009
Residential Care for the Elderly (RCFE) Administrator, 2009
Certificate in Gerontology
Education
Pepperdine University, Master of Arts (MA), Clinical Psychology
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

Jayne K
September 2026
Donlyn did a very thorough interview with me to determine my husband’s needs. She understood what he needed and our cost concerns. She always responded very quickly and even negotiated costs with providers. She offered several possibilities and we visited 2. Both were as expected given my conversations with Donlyn. Either would have worked for him. We found a home for him in less than two weeks. I feel very lucky to have found Donlyn. I was so stressed and anxious about placing my husband in a home. Donlyn made a difficult experience very manageable. I don’t know what I would have done without her.
Jeannine S
August 2026
Verified Review
Donlyn was very helpful during this process of finding a residential care home for my mom! She very knowledgeable so it made the process so much easier. Thank you Donlyn
Patty Y
March 2026
Verified Review
Donlyn was terrific! She provided as many homes to visit as I could handle in a day and they were all good quality homes. I was also getting recommendations from a company advertised on TV. She sent me to 3 homes, 2 hadn’t had a vacancy in a while and 1 was way more than I could afford. She found a perfect fit with a great staff and small group of lovely residents living there. Donlyn listened to what I needed and could afford for the best fit for my mom. I am truly impressed with her effort and professionalism. Thank you. You are truly a blessing for folks who have a sudden need to rehouse their mom.
Karen W
November 2025
Verified Review
Donlyn was so helpful and very patient with our ever changing needs. I greatly appreciate her help in finding the best place for my Dad. <3
Rechelle D
October 2025
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Donlyn has been an essential part of my journey for my father's care. Her attention to detail and continued support has helped tremendously in touring and making decisions. I will definitely recommend her to anyone who needs assistance
Diana T
September 2025
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Responsive and so thorough. Highly recommend!
Tamara M
April 2025
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Donlyn was extremely responsive. She went above and beyond to help us when we hit a difficult road as to placement. In the end, we found an amazing home. Highly recommend her services, she is so professional. Tamara M
Jay D
February 2025
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Donlyn is absolutely fantastic! 👏
Joyce U
February 2025
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Donlyn was fantastic. She got back to me quickly and found a perfect board & care for my brother. We’ll be forever grateful!
Rody Y
November 2024
Verified Review
Very smooth and efficient. I filled out some basic information. Donlyn followed up with a text. A conference call was arranged for me to provide further details. From there, I was contacted by various facilities based upon features I was looking for. Within a week, I found a place for my mother.
Andrea H
July 2024
Verified Review
Donlyn is amazing. Response time is great. She even communicated to me on the 4th of July. She definitely puts client/patient/family members first. Donlyn gave me three really great choices. Sight unseen I made the final choice for my sister and I am, hopefully, certain it was the right choice. Only time will tell. I intend to continue to work with Donlyn.
Kari H
March 2024
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She was very helpful in referring me to several different assisted-living facilities. I had no idea what I was doing, however, when she started helping me, the process became much easier.
Millie A
February 2024
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Very helpful and knowledgeable/
Darryl H
November 2023
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Donlyn Young was great, she picked up quickly on our families needs for my mom and directed us to a memory care facility for my mom. Thank you and Aloha the Harts
Bonnie A
November 2023
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Donlyn is an angel 😇and I tell her so. She has been a miracle worker for our family. She found several houses immediately for us, but then our family member took a turn for the worse, and so Donlyn started all over! I think we now have an appropriate placement to move her into in a couple weeks, as she is released from post acute-care. I would highly recommend Donlyn to anyone in need.
Peter H
August 2023
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Donlyn was very knowledgeable and prompt by steering us in the right direction in finding board and care for my father.
Tab F
July 2023
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Donlyn was extremely helpful!
Valerie W
November 2022
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Thoughtful and professional.
Melvin S
October 2022
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Referrals were appropriate and met our expectations.
Donna M
October 2022
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Top notch communication. Genuine heart, truly invested herself in helping me get the care and support my mother-in-law needs. Donlyn is a good soul, an asset.
Stephanie B
September 2022
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Donlyn is very helpful and easy to work with. She has helped with identifying options and I appreciate her support.
Joann P
August 2022
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Didn't ever meet Donlyn so don't know. It was long distance contact only.
Kayleigh G
August 2022
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Donlyn is super helpful and fast made this transition Soo much easier on our family
Kayleigh G
August 2022
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Donlyn is Super helpful and fast made this process of looking for care so much easier on my husband and myself ! We’re very appreciative and thankful for her support and assistance with this important decision for our family
Jackie P
August 2022
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Donlyn is knowledgeable, caring and understanding.
Silvia S
July 2022
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Donalyn was on the job right away with a short deadline and got a placement for me.
Loraina R
July 2022
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Donlyn was very patient with us and a pleasure to work with. We would definitely recommend her.
Tom W
June 2022
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Donlyn was very helpful in assisted with finding a place for my father. Highly recommend!
Lisa R
June 2022
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Donlyn was such a great help! She had shared with me two places she had previously toured so I got to see pictures of the Board and Care home beforehand, which saved me so much time! I told her what my needs were for my dad, and she was spot on! I was thrilled when we found my dads new home in practically no time at all!!
Grant L
May 2022
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Donlyn has been very reactive and with great kindness and understanding. Her recommendations have best the highest quality. I am new to the Board & Care experience and very much appreciate her guidance and patience.
Kathleen O
May 2022
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She was the best and very timely at answering my text and emails
Annette R
April 2022
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Donlyn is extremely knowledgeable and responsive. She found a great place for my mom. Very appreciative.
Lisa C
April 2022
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Thank you Donlyn! It was hard to place my dad, but this place should suit him well. Thank you again for helping me and my family get through this difficult time.
Carolina L
April 2022
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Donlyn was amazing to work with. She was not the first or only senior living survey site I filled out but she was the first one to reach out. What makes her special is she took the time to understand my mom's needs by asking key questions and what was important to my family and I. She also has a parent who requires the same type of care and was able to address my concerns with an empathetic perspective. Thank you Donlyn for helping me find a beautiful home and amazing caregiving team! I would give you 10 Stars if I could. 🌟x10 You are #PRICELESS💖
Lorri T
March 2022
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Donlyn was professional, personable and provided a wealth of information!
Lisa C
March 2022
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First one she picked was the one we are going to place my dad! Amazing results! She saved me and my family a lot of time and headache! Thank you for your outstanding guidance and knowledge, we really appreciate your help! Lisa
Helen W
March 2022
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Donlyn has been so helpful. She understood the needs of my mom and very quickly found 3 places that met those needs. She set up visits and I am so happy with her service. She provided understanding and insight to the process. Her personality was also very upbeat and friendly.
Norma L
March 2022
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It was wonderful!
Laurie S
February 2022
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Donlyn was very professional. She asked pertinent and thoughtful questions to get me communities that would work for my mom.
Lorrainne C
February 2022
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Quick response found us a new place for my mother in law within our budget and in only two days!
George M
November 2021
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Donlyn was wonderful. She located great homes that met our criteria, in our area and organized our visits. She kept up with us throughout the process making this daunting task simple. Highly recommended!
Elena S
November 2021
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Donlyn was very helpful in finding a place for Mom. She paid attention to all details, the exact needs for our mom; with patience and understanding she researched and found a good place where Mom will have a good quality life. I would recommend Donlyn to any one who is looking for a place for elderly. She is awesome! Thank you!
Sheryl O
November 2021
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Donlyn was outstanding! Patient and knowledgeable. I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to talk to her - she was an incredible help.
Sheryl O
November 2021
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The site was awesome - lots of great informative content, not the typical front for advertisers. I was so impressed that I felt confident enough to reach out for help from an advisor - confident that I wouldn't be deluged with phone calls and emails trying to sell me something. The person who initially reached out was super respectful of my time and gave me a variety of ways to communicate- my choice. That was refreshing and again, confidence building. She in turn referred me to a wonderful woman, Donyel, who waited for me to reach out and the. promptly responded when I did. I'm new to all this - never thought I would ever need help with my mom. Donyel and I spoke for about an hour - she asked me lots of questions about Mom's health but also about her history and personality! She ended up recommending residential care and gave me 7 houses to see! How could I give anything but a 10? Mom is moving to a great home with wonderful women- and she's stunned she has this opportunity. We are just so sad that my cousins never found this service for my aunt. Thank you.
Ronna S
November 2021
Verified Review
Donlyn was so helpful and very quickly contacted several homes for us to tour. We found a perfect fit for my mom and could not be happier. Thank you, Donlyn and Seniorly. It was wonderful to know that I'm not on this journey alone.
Patricia B
November 2021
Verified Review
Your response time was excellent. I submitted a request late in the evening and the next day by 8:30am your local agent, Donlyn with A Caring Heart Senior Solutions was texting me. By 10:30 am, I had 8 Board and Care properties to review. Donlyn turned a very stressful situation into a perfect solution for our family.
Patricia J
November 2021
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Prompt response. Donlyn was very pleasant to work with.
Michelle A
November 2021
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Donlyn has been indispensable in helping me identify Board & Care options tailored to my mother's needs.
Michelle A
November 2021
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Donlyn was awesome. She was invaluable in helping us identify the right board & care home for my mother.
Michael W
November 2021
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Was looking for professional help and advice and found it!
Flor B
November 2021
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Donlyn is very prompt, friendly, and helpful. I felt comfortable at the very start of our conversation. Thank you.
Anne S
November 2021
Verified Review
My advisor was empathetic and efficient. Without her help I would never have even known that the residence in which my mom is now living even existed. The caregivers are loving and attentive and my I know my mom is safe and well cared for. Her place is 10 minutes from my house which allows me to visit her 3 or 4 times a week. I would not have found this board and care home without the help of the Seniorly advisor.
Sush
January 2020
Donlyn was so helpful and very quickly contacted several homes for us to tour. We found a perfect fit for my mom and could not be happier. Thank you, Donlyn and Seniorly. It was wonderful to know that I'm not on this journey alone.
Kevin M
January 2020
Donlyn was outstanding! Patient and knowledgeable. I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to talk to her - she was an incredible help.
Alan M
January 2020
Donlyn is very prompt, friendly, and helpful. I felt comfortable at the very start of our conversation. Thank you.
Flor a
January 2019
Yes, I have been in contact with Donlyn who has been wonderful from the get-go. On our first contact she was immediately able to give me one community to check out, followed by phone calls from other facilities that she had contacted for me. My husband and I are impressed by the places she found for us and will be making a decision soon. Thank you, and thank Donlyn, for your help.
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