Aging Life Care Charleston team members earn prestigious certifications

Aging Life Care Charleston announced that two additional team members have recently earned the Care Manager Certified (CMC) credential from The National Academy of Certified Care Managers.

As Aging Life Care Professionals, both Karen Nichols and Elizabeth McDermott provide guidance and advocacy for families who are caring for older relatives. With a specialized focus on issues related to aging, they assist clients with the challenges of aging, such as finding appropriate housing, in-home care, referrals to medical providers or elder law attorneys, as well as the advocacy and support that provides families peace of mind.

“This achievement reflects our team’s commitment to providing exceptional support and compassionate care for our clients and their families,” said Margaret Kunes, Owner & Aging Life Care Professional, Aging Life Care Charleston.

The Care Manager Certified (CMC) credential from The National Academy of Certified Care Managers demonstrates meeting rigorous education, experience and supervision requirements to qualify for the exam. In order to maintain certification, CMCs are required to participate in continuing education and professional development. With the addition of Karen and Elizabeth’s recent credentialing, all Aging Life Care Charleston care managers are CMC certified.

Karen Nichols joined Aging Life Care Charleston in 2022 and brings over 25 years of experience in senior care, having served in various leadership capacities. Her extensive work at both the state and national levels in advancing person-centered care has earned her recognition as a respected speaker, advocate, advisor, and educator. Karen is also a certified independent consultant and trainer through Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care. She also is MoCA certified, which is the most sensitive test available for detecting cognitive impairment, measuring executive functions and multiple cognitive domains.

Elizabeth McDermott joined Aging Life Care Charleston in 2023 and has over two decades of expertise in healthcare. She works with families to provide a highly personalized approach with a passion in end-of-life care, post stroke care and hospital discharge planning. Elizabeth is certified in Dementia Dialogues and certified Alzheimer’s Association group facilitator.

About Aging Life Care Charleston

Aging Life Care Charleston (ALCC) was founded in 2014 and is a multidisciplinary care management team helping seniors and their families manage the journey of aging. ALCC uses a holistic, client-centered approach to caring for older adults. ALCC serves seniors across the Greater Charleston area including Moncks Corner, Goose Creek, Summerville, West Ashley, Johns Island, James Island and Mount Pleasant. Their services range from fully involved, comprehensive care management to a one-time resource consultation.