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It All Starts with Care.

Aging Advocates CNY promotes dignity and independence for our clients while providing peace of mind for family members. Families are often unprepared for the challenges of caregiving and are faced with decisions that seem difficult or overwhelming. We understand these challenges and guide our families to solutions with knowledge and compassion. We pride ourselves on being excellent problem solvers, providing practical solutions and guidance to our clients and families every step of the way.

Melissa Murphy, CDP, CMC

Melissa Murphy, Founder & CEO , Aging Life Care Manager, Certified Dementia Practitioner, Certified Care Manager and member of Profound Mastermind Group, Upstate NY’s “brightest minds and most ambitious doers” brings 10 years of experience in the aging field, specifically in areas of care management, housing, dementia care, and care consulting. She holds a certificate of gerontology from the University of Binghamton in addition to a B.A. from Southern New Hampshire University. She is certified in Teepa Snow’s “Positive Approach to Care” for those with dementia, and serves on the board of directors for Silver Fox Adult Day Centers. Melissa believes each individual should be treated with kindness and dignity, no matter what age.

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