We are your professional advocate in times of crisis.
Our team of a nurse and social worker use their expertise, skill, and knowledge to assess and support the needs of each client.
Michelle Burchick, RN, Co-Owner
Michelle has been a Registered Nurse for over 35 years, experienced in a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, home health, skilled nursing facilities, and as a wellness nurse in retirement communities. She specializes in geriatric care management with an emphasis on integrating traditional medical treatment with a holistic approach. Michelle is a member of Aging Life Care Association (ALCA).
Mary Petrizzo, LMSW, Co-Owner
Mary received her Masters in Social Work from The Catholic University of America and is licensed through the MD Board of SW Examiners. Mary has worked in geriatrics for over 30 years. Her experience includes work on both a national and local level. Mary has experience in hospital, home health, hospice/palliative care and adult daycare. Mary is a member of Aging Life Care Association (ALCA).
Jodi Pasternak, RN, MSN, CCM
Jodi earned a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree from Marymount University. She is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Jodi has dedicated her 30 year career to helping seniors and their families. Jodi takes a holistic approach to problem-solving by understanding that many factors impact one's life, including physical, emotional, social, and financial factors. Jodi is a member of the Aging Life Care Association (ALCA).
Beth Davis, LBSW
Beth received her Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Frostburg State University and is licensed through the MD Board of SW examiners. Beth has over 20 years experience in hospital and community healthcare. Beth is knowledgeable about home health care, private duty care, hospice care and Senior Living Facilities in Montgomery County. Beth is a member of Aging Life Care Association (ALCA).
Annemarie Mazzuca, LCSW-C
Annamarie has worked in the field of Social Work for over 25 years in a variety of settings, which include acute hospital settings and independent clinical practice. She holds a BA in Psychology and a minor in Social Work from Sienna college, and her Masters in Social Work from the University of Chicago.
Kathryn Difrancesco, MS, RN, BSN, CHPN
Kathy has her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and earned her Masters of Palliative Care at UMBC. Kathy has an exceptional career in Nursing in Montgomery County, MD serving as Clinical Manager of Montgomery Hospice and Clinical Supervisor with Holy Cross Hospice. She holds a certification in Care Management and Hospice and Palliative Care.
What Our Clients Are Saying
“Mary treats my mother like her own family member and is always willing to go the extra mile. I don’t know what I would have done without her. I give Mary my complete endorsement. She is a true professional and much, much more.”
“Michelle has the utmost integrity, compassion, and wisdom anyone could hope to find in such a situation. We are forever grateful for the gift she has given our family.”
“To Jodi and the Compassionate Care team - Thank you for all your help and support while Jill was in the hospital. It made a difficult time so much easier. Your company is aptly named. We felt that Jodi was very caring and had Jill’s welfare as a top priority. It is hard to put in words how important that was.”