I live and work in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I am a member of the Aging Life Care Association, a Board Certified Patient Advocate, and a Certified Teepa Snow Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Independent Consultant for dementia support.
My work includes areas of community resources, fall prevention / home safety, solo aging, family communication, end of life literacy, and healthcare advocacy. My direct experience working with older people includes serving as a Resource Navigator at a nonprofit lifeplan community as well as Director of a Village Project which brought services to people living in their own homes.
My educational background and professional experience provide the foundation for both practical and contextual support for working with older people. They provide me with the skills and knowledge to communicate effectively about topics relevant to older adults.
-- Josephine Levy
Owner/Aging Life Care Manager
My educational background includes:
Master's Degree in Gerontology, USC
Master's Degree in English, ASU
Professional Certifications / Memberships
Aging Life Care Association Member
Aging Life Care Professionals help older adults and families navigate complex decisions related to healthcare, home safety, and quality of life. Aging Life Care Managers assess needs, identify options, coordinate services, and advocate for the individual's goals and preferences.
Certified Care Manager
Membership in the National Academy of Certified Care Managers reflects a commitment to ethical practice, professional standards, and
continuing education in care management.
Certified Professional in Age-Friendly Health Care
The CPAFH is built on the 4Ms (What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility), the essential elements of high-quality, age-friendly care. This certification focuses on individual needs and preferences.
Board Certified Patient Advocate
Patient Advocates ensure that patient voices are heard, and questions are asked and answered. Helping people navigate what can be a complex medical system eases anxiety and frustration in addressing medical concerns.
Teepa Snow Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Independent Consultant
Teepa Snow Independent Consultants work with clients and families to understand the trajectory of dementias and approaches to communicating and honoring the changes that are occurring.
National End-of-Life Doula Alliance Member
End of Life doulas have a detailed understanding of issues that affect us as the end of life draws near. Doulas provide non-medical support that can ease concerns for clients and families.
Montreal Cognitive Assessment Certified
MOCA (Montreal Cognitive Assessment) is a relatively simple tool that provides general screening for cognitive changes that may be occurring. It is not a standalone diagnostic tool in itself but can be used to indicate the need for additional screening by a licensed clinician.
Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS)
The Certified Aging in Place Specialist credential provides a basic understanding of home safety and accessibility features that can help an individual age in place with greater ease and safety.
Santa Fe Eldercare Network Board Member
Santa Fe Eldercare Network is an alliance of local organizations dedicated to serving the needs of older people, their families, and the community.
