Ellen Donovan

One Life Consulting is a boutique consultancy that helps seniors and their families navigate late-life care decisions with knowledge, diligence, and empathy. Led by Ellen Donovan, a registered nurse with more than 30 years of experience, the practice supports families facing urgent health changes as well as those planning ahead. Its services include late-life care planning, guidance on aging in place, and assistance assessing and selecting independent living, personal care, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing communities.

One Life Consulting also provides patient advocacy, including attending care conferences, checking in on care, and helping families hold facilities and home care providers accountable. The goal is to clarify health, financial, and lifestyle considerations and help clients find appropriate support. The website also features check-in services, practical articles for seniors and adult children, and information about Ellen’s public appearances.

Ellen contributed a chapter, “Be Their Voice,” to The Caregiver’s Advocate: A Complete Guide to Support and Resources. One Life Consulting serves clients from Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania