A steadier way to navigate care.

Navigating the healthcare system as we age can feel confusing, overwhelming, and lonely — you shouldn't have to do it alone. That's why Patty Hedrick, a dual-certified RN Life-Care Planner with over 30 years of experience in geriatric and med-legal healthcare, founded North Star Elder Care. We walk alongside seniors and their families with dedicated care managers, trusted resources, and hands-on care coordination — helping you find clarity when decisions feel hard and support when you need it most. Like a North Star, we're here to help guide the way — so you can spend less time worrying about the system and more time cherishing the moments that matter.

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Care can feel more navigable.

How we help

Clarity when care feels complicated.

You do not have to carry every question alone. We bring calm, practical guidance to the decisions that shape everyday life and long-term wellbeing.

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Geriatric care management

A clear view of needs, priorities, and options—so care decisions feel more manageable.

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Healthcare navigation

Guidance through appointments, providers, records, and the questions that matter most.

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Care coordination

Thoughtful support that helps families, professionals, and resources work together.

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Care coordination is about more than logistics. It is about helping people feel seen, heard, and supported.

North Star Elder Care

Expert guidance for the care decisions ahead.

Explore our approach

With RN and Care Management expertise, North Star Elder Care helps families coordinate care, understand options, build the right support team, and move forward with confidence.

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Patty Hedrick brings clinical insight and compassionate advocacy to every conversation.

Meet Patty Hedrick

A trusted advocate for the whole journey.

With clinical expertise and a deeply human approach, Patty helps people feel heard, informed, and supported through life’s changing seasons.

About Patty

Additional resource

More support for caregivers

For additional practical resources, families and caregivers can also explore Active Aging 365.

Begin here

One thoughtful conversation can change the path ahead.

Whether you are planning, responding to a change, or simply looking for a clearer next step, we are here to help.

Ready when you are.

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