Shaina brings 16 years of nursing experience to the Flourish in Place family. She was born in New York and raised in Florida. Her career in nursing started as a licensed practical nurse, which is when she gained experience in skilled nursing facilities and an orthopedic rehab center. She later advanced her education, completing an associate of science degree at Seminole State College of Florida. As a registered nurse she began her journey in home health care and took great interest with providing one-on-one care to patients in the comfort of their own homes, while developing rewarding patient relationships. She held positions as a case manager and director of nursing for a medicare/medicaid certified home health care agency. In addition, she brings diverse experience as a clinical documentation auditor and nurse-aide evaluator for Prometric testing center, Florida. Her passion for the well-being of people and her community extends beyond the care for her two children and family. Shaina enjoys cooking, trying different cuisines, and in her spare time, getting crafty with candle making.

With over 20 years of experience within the medical field, Melissa joined the Flourish in Place team to help find high-quality healthcare providers and to ensure our healthcare administration is in compliance with The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

Melissa obtained her Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license and Phlebotomy certification from the State of Florida. She also received an Administrative Assistant certification from Goodwin College.

With prior experience in caring for her grandmother at home, Melissa believes in the value and importance of providing quality care to seniors in need. We appreciate Melissa for bringing her positive attitude and wealth of knowledge to the Flourish in Place team.

During her free time, Melissa enjoys spending time with her family, going to the beach, and cooking. She also supports women of all ages through her chaplain and mentorship positions.

With nearly five years of caregiving experience, she is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our clients. Kirsten plays a crucial role in the Flourish family as a Care Coordinator. She schedules the care for her clients and stays in touch with both clients and caregivers to ensure cases are running smoothly. She also mentors new caregivers and steps in as a caregiver when needed to ensure continuity of care. Clients and their families value Kirsten for her compassionate approach, reliability, and dedication to providing high-quality care. Outside of work, Kirsten enjoys spending time with her family, diving into a good book, or binge-watching her favorite shows. She is excited about this new chapter in her career and looks forward to continuing to flourish with us!

is our other Client Care Coordinator. She and Kirsten split our roster of clients to provide personal assistance in scheduling, coaching, and counseling our caregivers and families. Lilliam has a strong background in staffing and scheduling, working for several different senior care agencies and physicians in the Orlando area. She has a passion for helping elderly clients, and she has a beautiful way with people. Lilliam is bilingual, which adds to Flourish's ability to serve the multicultural communities in Central Florida.
Jennifer has a huge heart for the senior community. She serves on the board of a non-profit, Neighbors Network, where they assist seniors with household tasks, rides, exercise, and more. She brings with her a strong drive and ambition to help grow Flourish in Place. She looks forward to building partnerships with healthcare companies, assisted livings, doctors, hospitals, and more.

Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys playing sports and spending time with her daughter, Lylah-Beth.

Sue earned her B.A. with a major in Speech & Hearing, minor in Psychology, from the University of Pittsburgh. She earned her M.Div. from Lancaster Theological Seminary and received additional formal training in counseling, holistic modalities, and multi-faith education. Ordained as a Presbyterian minister in 1980, Sue has counseled clients in churches, hospitals, and homes throughout the East Coast, specializing in mind-body-spirit education and support. She developed a unique private practice blending spiritual counseling with the nursing modality of Therapeutic Touch and Heart-Centered Therapy. After moving to Orlando, Sue served as Wellness Coordinator for an adult care company, serving the needs of people with dementia, traumatic brain injury, mental illness, and general geriatric issues. Florida Hospital engaged Sue to give presentations about its CREATION Health initiative. Since 2009, Sue has focused on seniors’ cognitive health issues. Sue has served for eight years now as Facilitator and Coordinator for the Brain Fitness Club. She co-founded and coordinates the Central Florida Lewy Body Support Group. Sue offers a wealth of experience, a genuine compassionate presence, openness to learning from clients, and joy in resourcing clients. She is dedicated to helping clients discover what brings vitality and “flourish” to life.