About Me

As a licensed clinical social worker, I bring over 20 years of experience across diverse healthcare settings.  My professional roles have included hospice care, director of social services in skilled nursing and long-term care, geriatric care manager, and a counselor in aging care communities.

My passion for supporting older individuals dates to my childhood, where I vividly recall being drawn to older members of the community.  As a child, I recall making visits to the homes of some of my older neighbors for friendly visits.  I also formed many relationships with older couples in the church and they would generously share candy or gum. However, my connection with them went beyond sweet treats, I genuinely enjoyed the connections made.  This love for older adults has been a constant throughout my professional career, reflecting a deep-seeded passion that has grown stronger over time.

 Witnessing firsthand the challenges faced by individuals and their loved ones in navigating the complexities of aging, I found a calling to delve deeper into the realm of cognitive changes related to aging.

My personal and professional experiences fueled a desire to gain a better understanding of dementia.  Recognizing the intricate ways in which cognitive changes shape everyday life, not only for the individuals undergoing these changes but also for their devoted caregivers, I embarked on a journey of continuous learning.

Through extensive training, hands-on experience, and ongoing education, I’ve gained insights that extends beyond textbooks—knowledge grounded in empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. My mission is to provide guidance, education, and personalized support for those dealing with aging concerns related to dementia. 

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Someone with dementia may not always remember what you said, but they will know how you made them feel.

Compassionate Aging Support

As a clinical social worker working with aging adults and their families, I have seen the toll that caregiving takes on the individual in need of care as well as the family.  It is common to have changes as we age, however when the aging process begins to interfere with our daily living and personal safety, it can put family members into a new role as a caregiver.  These changes can come about either suddenly from events such as a stroke or a fall, or the changes can be from chronic, evolving health conditions. Regardless of the onset, the outcome is often the same in that individuals and their families frequently struggle with an array of emotions including fear, anxiety, isolation and loneliness.  My passion as a consultant is to help people gain knowledge and feel supported in this journey.

 It is important to have knowledge about common aging versus signs of more serious cognitive changes. As a trained educator and consultant, I understand the importance of helping others gain needed knowledge and skills to have positive connections with their loved one. 

I am also actively involved in many volunteer programs which include serving as a Community Educator with the Alzheimer’s Association, facilitating a dementia support groups for Care Partners of Houston, and serving as a Stephen Ministry Leader in my church.

Through my professional and personal experiences along with additional volunteer opportunities, I am passionate about helping others.  My goal is to help caregivers receive necessary support in efforts to gain confidence in providing care and most importantly help them to not feel alone in this journey.