​​A little about me.

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I hold a Master of Arts in Gerontology from San Francisco State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of San Francisco. For more than 25 years, I have worked with older adults and their families, including 25 years as a professional Geriatric Care Manager in the San Francisco Bay Area and in Southern Oregon since 2018.

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As I've grown older, my focus in the field of aging has changed a bit.  Although I do some limited care management, today my primary focus and attention is on education, consulting, and teaching about long term care planning.  This includes advising and supporting individuals​' needs to understand their choices and complete their Advance Health Care Directive, understand the role of a Health Care Representative, clarify Trust language such as Durable Power of Attorney, Successor Trustee, a Will vs. a Trust and ensure their documents are updated and in order.  I also want to advocate for a Plan B:  That is, what will you do​ if you can no longer live independently.

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I entered the field of gerontology out of a deep commitment to helping people navigate the realities of aging with dignity, knowledge, and support. Throughout my career, I have worked alongside older adults and their families during times of illness, functional decline, caregiving challenges, and major life transitions.

 

My goal is to help individuals and families understand their options, make informed decisions, and ensure that their values, preferences, and quality of life remain at the center of care.

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My role is simple:

to help you see clearly, plan wisely, and move forward with confidence.

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