The 5 Profiles Powering Growth, Loyalty and ROI
Maria Mallaband Care Group Personas Revealed
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1. Family Decision Makers
Adult children or relatives researching residential care options for elderly parents or family members. Often balancing own family/employment responsibilities.
Trigger: Trustworthy, high-quality care, transparent communication, home-like environment, tailored dementia/person-centred care options.
Top channel: Recommendations from healthcare professionals, user reviews, regulatory compliance, cost, location proximity.
Urgency level: High - typically urgent when caring needs escalate
Barrier: Emotional stress, cost concerns, skepticism about care quality
Conversion hook: “Compassionate care close to home with family involvement,” “Trusted by healthcare professionals.”
2. Healthcare Professionals
Social workers, hospital discharge planners, or GPs referring patients to care homes.
Trigger: Assurance of medical and personal support standards, quick access to availability, regulatory compliance, multidisciplinary team collaboration.
Top channel: Care reputation, professional feedback, service responsiveness, experience with complex needs (dementia, nursing).
Urgency level: Medium - needs timely info for discharge planning
Barrier: Time constraints, limited knowledge of specific homes
Conversion hook: “Partnering with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient transition and holistic care.”
3. Elderly Prospective Residents
Seniors considering their own future accommodation needs, seeking dignity, independence, and tailored care environments.
Trigger: Comfortable, respectful living spaces, social engagement, clear service scope, preserving autonomy and lifestyle preferences.
Top channel: Personal visits, testimonials, reputation for respecting independence, varied care options.
Urgency level: Medium - planning for future
Barrier: Fear of losing independence, stigma around care homes
Conversion hook: “Live with dignity and companionship in a warm, supportive community.”
4. Local Authorities & Commissioners
Government or council officials responsible for funding or commission residential care for constituents.
Trigger: Cost-effectiveness, compliance with care standards, quality assurance, meeting residents’ complex needs efficiently.
Top channel: Quality inspection ratings (CQC), contractual transparency, value for funding, outcomes reports.
Urgency level: Medium to low - planned procurement cycles
Barrier: Budget limits, strict procurement procedures
Conversion hook: “Reliable care partner delivering high standards and excellent value for public funds.”
5. Private Pay Clients
Individuals or families who self-fund residential care, often seeking premium, personalised services and amenities.
Trigger: High-standard facilities, bespoke care plans, luxury environment, added comforts, privacy, and social activities.
Top channel: Facility quality, bespoke care options, reputation, referrals, flexibility in payment and services.
Urgency level: Medium - urgent if self-funding needed quickly
Barrier: Cost sensitivity, assurance of quality, privacy concerns
Conversion hook: “Tailored, premium care in a comfortable, welcoming environment built around you.”
