About Melissa and Cape Cod Caregiver Coach

Melissa Plourde, LSW, CGCM, CDP, CPC

Licensed Social Worker | Certified Geriatric Care Manager | 

Certified Dementia Practitioner | Certified Professional Coach

 Over the years, I’ve guided and inspired thousands of people to set meaningful goals, develop new skills, and improve their overall quality of life - all while strengthening their ability to care for themselves 

and the ones they care for.  I provide:  

• Thoroughly evaluate needs, skills, and preliminary cognitive health screen.
• Identify concerns, strengths, opportunities for growth and overcoming obstacles.
   

• Collaboratively define meaningful and achievable goals and adjust as needed.
• Provide personalized compassionate support   and expert guidance and education.
• Connect you to reliable specialists and local community resources as appropriate.
   

• Teach practical strategies for hands-on personal care tasks and tips for an improved physical environment.
• Strengthen communication and learn new skills to enhance interactions with those you care for.
   

• Design and deliver tailored professional and family caregiver education programs. (See list under FAQ tab.)
• Provide staff development and community training to build confidence, skills, enhance communication and reduce overall stress.
   

• Offer effective techniques to balance caregiving challenges with personal well-being and other life responsibilities.
• Learn strategies to prevent burnout and prioritize self-care for more balance and joy in life.