Carmen’s career as a professional caregiver began over 40 years ago at age 15 when she trained to become a certified nurse’s aid in the local nursing home. She quickly fell in love with caring for others realizing her greatest gifts were those of love and kindness. She went on to receive a Master’s Degree and certificate as Family Nurse Practitioner with focus on spirituality and chronic illness. Her practice took her from the clinic to house calls successfully guiding families into the unknown territory of caregiving. Working hand in hand with family caregivers prepared her for the next phase of her career.