Passionate About Serving Others

I am dedicated social worker, gerontology professional, and certified case manager with extensive experience in aging services, dementia care, care coordination, and healthcare navigation. She holds a Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University, a Master of Science in Applied Gerontology from Brenau University, and a Bachelor of Health Science in Health Services Administration from Armstrong State University. 

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I currently serve as a Movement Disorder Program and Social Worker with St. Joseph's/Candler Health System, where I provide psychosocial assessments, care management, patient advocacy, caregiver support, and resource coordination for individuals living with Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. I also serve as a Case Management Supervisor with the Coastal Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging, leading interdisciplinary teams, overseeing complex case management services, and advancing quality improvement initiatives that enhance outcomes for older adults and caregivers. 

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With specialized expertise in dementia care, Medicare and Medicaid navigation, long-term care planning, caregiver support, and community-based services, I am committed to helping older adults and families navigate complex healthcare and aging systems. Her professional credentials include Certified Case Manager (CCM), Certified Care Manager (CMC), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Positive Approach to Care Consultant and Trainer, and Certified Virtual Dementia Tour Trainer. 

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