Elder Care Managers

Care Managers are all licensed Social Workers and Nurses with expertise in geriatrics. This professional expertise and the personal attention that our Care Managers provide is one of the significant differences that distinguish us from other practices. Care Managers visit clients in their own home and work closely with them to create a comfortable and safe care plan. Our philosophy is that each client should feel as if he or she were our only client!

	Marsha Raines, LMSW, C-ASWCM Marsha is an experienced professional in the field of elder care. She has a Masters of Science degree with a specialty in Aging from Columbia University School of Social Work and a BA in Gerontology from the State University of NY at Buffalo. She is Certified as a Social Worker in New York State. As a licensed Broker, Marsha specializes in Long Term Care Insurance and represents the top rated insurance companies in New York State. Marsha’s expertise in long term care makes her a valuable resource for families seeking a professional consultation regarding Long Term Care Insurance.
	Elise Carter, LCSW Elise has a Master of Social Work degree from Syracuse University. Elise is a skilled and experienced therapist, specializing in working with clients who are facing a wide range of mental health issues. Her expertise is a great help to our care givers and clients who are facing difficult aging related issues.
	Denise Brown, RN Denise is a Registered Nurse with over 25 years experience in developing, implementing and monitoring effective home care plans for frail and/or confused clients. Denise’s nursing expertise includes geriatrics, stroke rehabilitation, cardio pulmonary and oncology.
	Kirsten Shea, LMSW Kirsten has a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Nazareth College and a Master of Social Work degree from Syracuse University. She has extensive professional experience as a Medical Social Worker, with special expertise in working with medically frail and / or confused older adults and with palliative care and end of life issues. As a Certified Social Worker, Kirsten provides compassionate support and counseling services for care giving families and older adults.