Kensington Senior Living invites you to join us for Part II of our Care. Cure. Prevent. series—a special caregiver-focused roundtable dedicated to the heart of dementia care: the caregiving journey itself.
Join our special webinar screening, where our expert panel will dive deeper into the realities of supporting a loved one with dementia, offering practical tips, emotional insight, and valuable resources for caregivers at every stage. From managing daily routines and communication challenges to finding moments of connection and self-care, this discussion will provide tools to help you navigate the complexities of caregiving with confidence and compassion.
After the webinar, meet and greet in person with Moderator Susan Evans and guest speakers with Patricia Lee Ann Varalo, LCSW, MSW, CYW and Alyssa Ghiringhelli, MSW, ACSW. Gain firsthand advice from professionals and peers who understand the unique challenges caregivers face—and discover ways to ensure both you and your loved one continue to thrive.
MEET & GREET with Susan Evans is a Kensington Alumni Family Member whose father was a member of our Northern California Community for over 7 years. For the last 6 years Susan has worked with Kensington Senior Living as a Marketing Ambassador supporting with educational events & family resources.
MEET & GREET with Patricia Lee Ann Varalo, LCSW, MSW, CYW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in healthcare, senior care, oncology, and youth mental health. She currently practices in Senior Care and Home-Based Senior Care at Stanford Healthcare, where she provides caregiver education and support, facilitates the Stanford Dementia Caregiver Support Group, and serves on the Shared Leadership Council. Patricia earned her graduate and undergraduate degrees in Social Work from Carleton University and a diploma in Child and Youth Work from St. Lawrence College. Originally from Ottawa, Ontario, she is dedicated to promoting mental health awareness, supporting caregivers, and enhancing the well-being of others through compassionate, client-centered care.
MEET & GREET with Alyssa Ghiringhelli, MSW, ACSW
Alyssa Ghiringhelli is an Associate Clinical Social Worker at the Ray Dolby Brain Health Center in San Francisco, where she supports individuals and care partners navigating neurodegenerative diseases. She earned her Master’s in Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley, and completed internships in outpatient neurology and skilled nursing. Alyssa is passionate about enhancing quality of life and providing meaningful support to those living with dementia.
Veronica Romo is a social worker at the Cedars-Sinai Memory Clinic, where she works closely with individuals and families navigating the challenges of memory loss and dementia. With more than 10 years of experience supporting people through difficult times, she is passionate about helping caregivers feel prepared and supported. Her own personal experience with dementia shapes the empathy and understanding she brings to both her clinic and private practice work. She is dedicated to creating spaces where caregivers feel less alone and more connected to the resources they need.
