Senior Care Finder (seniorcarefinder.com) is transforming how people find senior care. Co-founders Christie and Heath Stukenholtz created the platform to make the process seamless, stress-free, and accessible. After struggling to find care for a family member in 2015, they recognized the need for a better solution. “It’s like Zillow but for Senior Care and Living,” Heath explained.
Determined to ease this burden for others, the couple spent years refining their idea. In 2018, they teamed up with developers to create a user-friendly interface allowing families to search, filter, and compare options effortlessly. The following year, they received the Nebraska Department of Economic Development Prototype Grant, reinforcing their vision.
Despite the challenges of launching a business during COVID-19, they pushed forward. Christie took the lead full-time while Heath continued working, ensuring financial stability. By 2022, they were ready for Heath to join full-time, and the company’s growth skyrocketed. Hiring its first employee in 2021, Senior Care Finder has doubled in size annually and moved into its permanent downtown Lincoln headquarters in 2024.
With over 100,000 service providers, Senior Care Finder is the most comprehensive resource of its kind. The platform offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and home healthcare options. Unlike other services, it does not require sign-ups or promote specific providers. “We have no bias; we list everything with ratings and reviews so users can make informed decisions,” Heath stated.
The company’s success is a testament to the couple’s dedication and their talented team. Looking ahead, they remain committed to making a global impact. “We don’t want to build and sell; we want to keep improving and making a difference,” Christie shared. Thanks to their vision, finding senior care has never been easier.