Geriatric Care, Caregiver Support, Training & Consulting

Caring for someone with cognitive or physical impairments, or behavioral and mental health concerns can be deeply challenging. It is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or in need of guidance, support, and new skills.

You are not alone!  My role is to walk beside you, step by step, through your journey via:

Needs Assessment and Care Planning:

• Aging-in-Place & Home Safety
• Legal Documents & Long-Term Plans
• Home Care & Hospice Coordination
• Senior Living & Memory Care Options
• Nutrition, Medication & Transportation
• Community Resource Referrals
• Social Engagement Opportunities
• Preliminary Cognitive Screening (MoCA)
• Memory Strategies & Cognitive Tools
• Healthy Brain and Lifestyle Planning

Support for the Caregiver:

• Reduce Stress & Prevent Burnout
• Tools to Minimize Caregiving-Related Anxiety & Depressive Symptoms
• Strengthen Communication, Personal Care, and Improve Overall Outcomes
• Build Confidence and Life Balance 

I offer a wide range of Trainings designed to expand knowledge, improve skills, strengthen caregiving, and foster stronger connections among staff & families.

As a seasoned presenter to thousands of professionals and caregivers, I bring an informative and engaging style—with a touch of humor—to every session. I use real-life stories to illustrate challenges and offer practical solutions that resonate. 

The Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care (ADDC) Seminar, is for those approved professionals seeking to become Certified Dementia Practitioners (CDP®) through NCCDP, and also for 

those pursuing the essentiALZ® cert. through the Alzheimer's Association or come just for the education!

I am honored to consistently receive feedback such as:

✨ "A+, what a great presenter!  "I can't wait for another training!"
✨ "Engaging and informative!  I learned so much more from the real-life stories and examples!"
✨ "Melissa kept everyone engaged from start to finish. The program was valuable for both my professional and personal life!"

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I provide agency consultation services to support Home Care Operations, Hospice & Home Care Marketing, Professional Development & Team Skill Building.

I support agencies by enhancing your position in the market, as well as help you build trust within the community as both a premier employer and care provider!

This may include assistance in these areas:

• Regulations, Compliance & Training
• Client Satisfaction & High Conversion
• Clinical & Administrative Best Practices
• Assessments, Care Plans & Supervisions
• HR and Employee Management
• Client and Employee Chart Audit Tools
• Mandatory Training Requirements
• Customized Client Agreements & Forms
• Team Development & Staff Support
• Business Development and Growth

• Marketing & Community Outreach Tools

*Click on the link below for the FAQ page to Download a list of Presentation Topics.*