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When The Arizona Republic wanted a column on what happens to seniors' pets, our founder wrote it. When Forbes Health covered assisted living in Arizona, our COO was its expert. Here is where Integrity Senior Placement has appeared in the press.

The Arizona Republicazcentral.com
July 17, 2026

When a senior enters care, their pet shouldn't pay the price

Guest opinion column written by Reina McRae, founder and owner of Integrity Senior Placement

Reina McRae wrote an op-ed for The Arizona Republic about what happens to a senior's pet when a fall, a stroke, or a hard diagnosis suddenly moves them into assisted living or memory care. Drawing on years of helping Phoenix-area families through exactly that crisis, she explains why so many of those pets end up in overcrowded Arizona shelters, and how families can plan ahead so the pet does not pay the price.

What the column says

  • When a senior moves into assisted living or memory care, their pet often ends up in an overcrowded Arizona shelter.
  • Most moves into senior care happen in the middle of a crisis, such as a bad fall, a stroke, or a hard diagnosis, and the pet is one of the last things anyone thinks about.
  • Pet surrender after a move into care is preventable. Families who plan for the pet ahead of time, before a crisis forces the move, can keep it out of the shelter.
  • Reina McRae also founded Arizona Fur Baby Rescue, a 501(c)(3) animal rescue in Mesa, Arizona, which is why seniors' pets are personal to her.
Read the op-ed on azcentral.comThe Arizona Republic keeps the full column for subscribers.
ForbesHealth
January 2023

Top Assisted Living Options in Peoria, AZ

Featured expert source: David Piontek, Chief Operating Officer

Forbes Health turned to our Chief Operating Officer, David Piontek, as its expert source, quoting him throughout on senior living costs, care levels, Arizona licensing and inspections, and how families can choose the right community.

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What people are saying

Integrity Placement exceeded our expectations. We called with an urgent need to relocate our 88 year old mother with advanced Parkinson's disease, dementia, rheumatoid arthritis, and a heart condition to a safe, capable and conducive environment. Having changed ownership and management, her then current facility had dramatically declined, replaced administration with unethical leadership, and become an elder-care warehouse. David listened to our list of needs, our experiences, and our hopes. Within a week Integrity Placement had researched potential fits, contacted AND prepared several to address our needs, guided us through on-site reviews, and helped us walk through the decision process. Every alternative we visited was exceptional and prepared to address our specific financial and medical needs. We found a match a could not be happier or more relieved.
Steven F.Phoenix Arizona, Memory Care Placement
David is amazing to work with. He made a huge difference in a very difficult time for our family. We were amazed at his efficiency in finding options for care homes and couldn't have found such a wonderful option without his guidance. But most of all, his kindness and warmth was everything to us. We will remain forever grateful.
Anna & Jeff KPhoenix, Arizona Assisted Living Placement
Reina is truly our guardian angel. Fortunately, she was referred to me to help find a placement for my brother who was being discharged from a north Scottsdale facility at a moments notice. Having to deal with a facility and insurance who don't have your loved ones best interest at heart is maddening. I was panicked. Reina calmed my fears and was instrumental in finding a wonderful placement for Joe. She stayed connected with me during the entire process and continues to be a part of our lives. I appreciate her and the value of Integrity Placement and know this transition went as smoothly as it did because of Reina. Her dedication to her clients and families, her knowledge, honesty, patience, and professionalism are truly incredible. I can't thank Reina enough for how much she helped our family.
Colleen DNorth Scottsdale, Arizona Senior Placement
The folks at Integrity Placement can be described in one word, AMAZING! They made an extremely difficult and overwhelming situation very easy for our family. We had to place our mom in an assisted living situation very quickly. Both David and Reina were awesome, extremely responsive and compassionate. David helped us find a place that is a wonderful new home for our mom. We would not hesitate to recommend their services to anyone!!
Toni MPhoenix, AZ Assisted Living Placement
Reina from Integrity Placement was excellent in guiding us through the process of appropriately placing our loved one in assisted living. She worked closely with the centers we toured, was punctual and valued our time commitments. Throughout this process she was efficient, accessible and professional. She truly cares about her clients and is very supportive. Thank you Reina!
Jeannie CScottsdale, AZ Senior Assisted Living Placement
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