How Can Melissa's Expertise Help Me?

I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with a degree in Psychology, a Certified Geriatric Care Manager (CGCM), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), and Certified Professional Life Coach (CPC). Over the years, I’ve guided and inspired hundreds of individuals to set meaningful goals, develop new skills, and strengthen their ability to care for themselves and the people they love.   

• Comprehensive Assessment & Planning:
  Conduct thorough evaluations of needs, skills, cognitive health, and end-of-life readiness to identify concerns and growth opportunities.
   
• Goal Setting & Personalized Support:
  Assist in setting and adjusting meaningful goals while minimizing obstacles, and provide expert guidance, personalized support, and referrals to trusted specialists and resources for services.
   
• Caregiver Skill-Building:
  Equip caregivers with practical tools and strategies to enhance personal care tasks (e.g., bathing, dressing, etc.) and improve communication with loved ones, especially those living with cognitive impairment or dementia.
   
• Burnout Prevention & Self-Care Strategies:
  Offer effective techniques to balance caregiving responsibilities with personal well-being, helping caregivers prevent burnout and prioritize self-care.
   
• Education & Training Programs:
  Design and deliver tailored staff development and educational programs for professional teams, community groups, and family caregivers to build skills and improve interactions and reduce stress. 

For more than 30 years, I’ve dedicated my life to helping others. My professional and personal experience, and as a caregiver myself, has led me to embrace growth, self-discovery, and a life filled with balance, meaningful relationships, and true joy.

When I’m not working, I find peace and happiness with my partner and family—boating, kayaking, fishing, photographing landscapes, and soaking in the beauty of Cape Cod.