meet Erin,
re/max Crest
As a BC Realtor with RE/MAX Crest Realty in Richmond, I serve clients across the Greater Vancouver area, handling a wide range of real estate needs. While I'm passionate about and well known for my specialized work with seniors, holding designations that reflect my expertise in that area, I also dedicate a significant portion of my practice to general real estate transactions. Whether you're buying your first home, selling a property to upsize or downsize (regardless of age!), or seeking an investment property, I offer the same expert advice and personalized support. My commitment to client satisfaction and in-depth market knowledge is consistent across all my clients and will help you achieve your real estate goals with confidence. So, whether you're a senior looking for specialized guidance or simply looking to navigate the market with a skilled and experienced Realtor, I'm here to help.
Interviewed & Written by Robin Vance
Erin Turner, a native of Vancouver BC, is the dear founder of Seniors Real Estate Solutions, which she offers five office locations to host a "meet & greet" conveniently throughout the greater Vancouver area. As she is a dedicated licensee with the RE/MAX Crest I Masters family.
With an extensive background in eight categories of healthcare, Erin has a deep understanding to caring for seniors, medically fragile families, persons with disabilities, and those of convalescence stages. She has cultivated advanced practices and has integrated these considerations into real estate services. As an industry leader of Seniors Real Estate Solutions, she created a tailored service specifically designed for the people and their families.
Her qualifications, which include numerous certifications and decades of experience, have propelled her into a prominent position within her field. Erin possesses a unique ability to connect with her clientele, offering services that extend beyond the conventional logistics of real estate.
She proactively consults and educates families well in advance of the need to downsize. With the goal to alleviate fears and anxieties, thereby empowering families to prepare and proceed with confidence when the time arises.
Erin frequently speaks at small "meet and greet" events in senior living communities and has served as a panelist in discussions focused on enhancing assistance for the older adult demographic. Her decades-long enthusiasm and interest in this demographic have profoundly impacted many lives.
Erin is a strong advocate for ongoing education, believing it significantly enhances her clients' future quality of life. She offers complimentary at-home consultations to discuss resources and needs, demonstrating her commitment to service. Her exceptional leadership within senior communities has garnered widespread recognition, and her elevated skill set acts as a protective system for her clients.
Erin is passionate about collaborating with other accredited Seniors Real Estate Specialists (SRES®) who share her dedication to ensuring that seniors receive the care and protection they deserve. This initiative includes a rapidly expanding referral program that connects families with trusted SRES® professionals within her community. In partnership with fellow SRES® designees, Erin is committed to empowering her peers and establishing them as experts, thereby serving as a reliable and trusted source for seniors and their families.
Seniors Real Estate Solutions distinguishes itself by offering three highly sought-after services consolidated into one comprehensive package, available when needed.
Erin Turner’s persistent dedication to the senior community has earned her the prestigious 2023 SRES® Outstanding Service Award from the National Association of Realtors (NAR®).
Do not feel overwhelmed or stretched thin. Collaborating with a SRES® from Seniors Real Estate Solutions can enhance awareness of unforeseen challenges, provide timely solutions and additional oversight and protection.āā
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Interviewed & Written by Robin Vance
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Awarded the Seniors Real Estate Specialist ® (SRES®) Outstanding Service Award for 2023
Education
The National Association of Realtors® Official SRES® Designation
Senior’s Real Estate Specialist® designee: Unparalleled training and experience in senior’s real estate. Covering the Older Adult Market; Realities of Aging, Housing Choices, Planning Continuum for future conditions, Home Adaptions, Housing Options, Financial Position, Available Resources.
UBC Sauder School of Business
Real Estate Licensee: Fundamentals of Law, Local Government Law, Law of Agency, The Law of Contract & Contracts for Real Estate Transactions, The Real Estate Services Act, Estates and Interests in Land, Commercial and Residential Tenancies.
McMaster University
Caregiving Essentials Certificate: Tools & Resources designed to support and empower family caregivers. Caregiver Roles & Responsibilities, Rights & Ethics, Advocacy, Legal & Financial Matters, Funding Programs, Aging Health Conditions, Human Aging Process, Medication Management, Home Safety Assessment, Respite Care, Senior Social Isolation, Caregiver Stressors, Personal Coping Strategies, Social System Resources, Caregiver Networks.
University of Pittsburgh
Disability Awareness and Support Certificate: Disability Definitions & Legislation, Disability Services, Accommodations, Assistive Technologies, Need for Accommodations, Accessibility Design (Universal Design for Learning & Accessibility Standards)
Art Institute of Vancouver
Business Communications Diploma: Management, Cultural Traditions & Protocols, Sales and Marketing, Customer Service, Project Management (Logistics for Local Events, Access and Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities), Risk Management, Legal Documents (Contracts, Permits & Licenses), Local Government Law (Workplace Standards & Human Resources)
Vancouver Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant; Multi-level/Complex Care; Elderly and Persons with Disabilities, Observation, Inspection & Inefficiencies 8 Divisions -Interact directly with patients and family members. Healthcare System, Healthcare Team, Ethics & Law, Resources & Community Providers, Advanced Communication - Hospice & Bedside Manner. Local Government Act(s)/Law(s) - Patients' Bill of Rights.
SRES® Education & Accreditation
Specialized SRES® Designation (Seniors Real Estate Specialist®)
Official SRES Designation SRES®
The National Association of Realtors®
Certified Nursing Assistant
Multi-level/Complex Care. Vancouver Community College
Home Modifications Knowledgeable
Home modification for aging-in-place, common remodeling projects and solutions to common barriers.
Risk Assessment
Room-to-room home safety assessment to detect potential risks.
Disability Etiquette
How to interact with people with disabilities in a respectful and inclusive way. Types of disabilities, Best practices,
Unconscious biases, Person-first language.
Disability Awareness Certificate
Disability awareness & support, accommodations & assistive technologies, accessible universal design, understanding the different types of disabilities, including both physical disabilities and mental health conditions, and the day-to-day impact they may have on an individual.
Caregiving Essentials Certificate
Responsibilities of the caregiver, ethical issues, resources around common aging-related conditions, essential resources and assistance around finances, medical care and social and recreation services, identify stressors and recognize symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress, coping strategies and develop strategies, helping to make informed decisions.
Dementia Learning & Experiences Certificate
Strategies for supporting people with dementia and their care partners, person-centered approaches.
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