OUR TEAM
OWNER / CEO
Mary Winners, BSBA, MSG, CPG
FOUNDER & Certified Gerontologist
Mary has decades of experience in healthcare. While physicians and nurses provide medical recommendations, Mary understands the other side of health care-the confusing maze of health care options and unknowns. She has extensive knowledge in acute care hospitalization, Gero-psychiatric issues, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, hospice, assisted living and other senior care options. A noted speaker and adviser, Mary has provided expert services to a wide variety of seniors in every economic category. Her ability to accurately pinpoint and guide families as they deal with emotional life changing events gives Mary unparalleled insights.
In 2023, Mary was appointed Commissioner for Older Adults by The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
DENISE GARCIA
CLIENT SUCCESS LIAISON
Denise Garcia brings a wealth of experience in business operations, client relations and caregiving to her role as Client Success Liaison. With an Associates degree in Business and Psychology, she spent 20 years of experience as an AR Manager, Tax Associate, PR and HR Manager.
In 2020 Denise stepped away from her career to become a full-time caregiver to her mother. During that time, she sought support from About Senior Solutions and experienced firsthand the importance of compassionate geriatric care. In 2024, she was honored to join the team, turning her personal experience into a professional commitment to helping families navigate aging with dignity and support.
Denise’s greatest joy in life is being a mother to her wonderful grown sons. She values time spent with them, her family, close friends and her cats. Denise also loves cooking, baking, walks in nature, gardening, reading and knitting.
AMBER BOLANOS
OFFICE MANAGER
Amber Bolanos is an accomplished Human Resources professional with over 15 years of experience, specializing in the Non-Profit and Home Care industry. With a deep commitment to fostering positive workplace cultures, she has successfully navigated the complexities of HR management, ensuring both employee satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Balancing a thriving career with a busy home life, Amber is also a dedicated parent to four children under the age of 13. She brings the same passion and leadership skills from the workplace into her family life, nurturing a dynamic and supportive environment for her kids.
In her free time, Amber enjoys listening to mystery podcasts, solving unsolved crimes from her couch, and finding fun activities to do with her kids. She is always seeking ways to blend personal interests with family fun. With a focus on growth both professionally and personally she is excited about the future and the opportunities it holds working with About Senior Solutions.
CARE MANAGEMENT TEAM
ANALISA NICHOLSON
CARE MANAGER
Analisa Nicholson is a dedicated Care Manager with extensive experience working with community service clients, ranging from individuals experiencing homelessness to those in need of additional support. She excels at navigating the complex healthcare system, ensuring her clients and their contacts remain informed throughout the process.
Analisa's savvy approach and compassionate nature make her an invaluable asset to our team. In her spare time, she enjoys participating in an active softball league and spending quality time with her family.
CAMI BROWN
CARE MANAGER
Cami Brown is thrilled to join the team as a Life Enhancement Coach and Assistant Care Manager. Cami completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Gerontology from The University of Southern California. Her passion for helping others started at a young age, and led to her supporting older adults as they age. She trained as an End-of-Life Doula with the International End of Life Doula Association, and has supervised day programs supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and dementia. Her love of helping others doesn’t stop at people- she is known to pull over to help a loose dog and may tear up when watching Planet Earth. Cami also enjoys reading and music in her free time, and used to perform in musical theatre.
JENNA MCDANIEL
CARE MANAGER
Jenna holds a Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology and a Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis. She has worked with a diverse set of clients experiencing cognitive, developmental, or emotional challenges, and across various settings, including education, hospital systems, and memory care. Jenna has learned to turn deep empathy and careful observation into meaningful action, and believes that understanding someone's experience is the first step in supporting them well. Her holistic approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to each client's individual needs.
Outside of work, Jenna can be found tending her garden with her partner, playing with her young pup Jelly, and hitting the volleyball court with friends.
DEBRA BEIN
ASSISTANT CARE MANAGER
Debra brings a wealth of experience to her role, including extensive work in both facility and in-home care settings. She holds a Bachelor's degree in English and is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Gerontology, demonstrating her commitment to the field of senior care. Debra is passionate about providing attentive and personalized support, and she has already made a wonderful impression on many of our clients.
LAURA TODA, OTR/L, CAPS, CDP
CARE MANAGER
Laura is a dedicated healthcare professional who loves to help seniors thrive. She received her Master's of Occupational Therapy from California State University Dominguez Hills. Laura has experience working with people across the lifespan, from children to older adults. In addition to her degree, Laura is a Certified Aging in Place Specialist and loves making spaces safer and more accessible for all.
In her spare time, Laura enjoys hiking near the beach or baking up a storm. Most of the time, Laura can be found spoiling Bonnie, her pit bull and self-declared lapdog, who’s blissfully unaware of her actual size.
Dr. Kaishauna Guidry, MD, HMDC
MEDICAL DIRECTOR • MOBILE CONCIERGE PHYSICIAN
Dr. Kaishauna Guidry, MD, HMDC is a California based mobile concierge physician. She was born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, attended Susan Miller Dorsey High School, then remained local to attend UCLA. Go Bruins! She has been married to her husband, Javelin Guidry, for 29 years. They have three young adult children, one granddaughter, and a rescued Shih-Tzu named Bella.
Dr. Guidry received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology, with a minor in Education Studies in 1997. She then taught elementary school in the Los Angeles Unified School District until starting a family with her college sweetheart. They settled in Long Beach, California with pre-Dr. Guidry caring for her family as a stay-at-home mom. After spending 14 years taking care of her children and community through church, youth sports organizations, PTA, etc., she decided to pursue a career in Medicine.
As an aptly termed “Non-traditional PreMed student” she attended Long Beach City College, where she worked as a Master Tutor of science courses, and student representative for the science professor hiring committee. She also took post-baccalaureate coursework at Cerritos College, where she served on the Dean’s Advisory Board and as President of the PreMed Club. Once accepted into medical school, she and her family moved to Texas for her matriculation to Texas A&M College of Medicine. There she served underserved patients at the student run clinic ‘Health for All.’ Dr. Guidry subsequently matched into the Loma Linda University Medical Center Categorical Internal Medicine Program, her family happily returned to California for her training. In residency she was selected by her peers to advocate for interns on the Program Improvement Committee. There she also enjoyed electives in palliative medicine, which sealed her trajectory towards providing end-of-life healthcare.
Today she serves patients and families in their homes with her private mobile concierge practice Mourning Dove Medical. In 2021 her inaugural podcast was released: “At The Heart of Healthcare with Dr. G” Episode 1 “What is Hospice?” Her empowering voice continued helping everyday people navigate the broken US Healthcare system, when on National Healthcare Decisions Day NHDD 2023 she released a newly branded podcast, “Dr. G at the Heart of Healthcare.” Dr. Guidry released her first book on Doctor’s Day 2023 entitled Dr. G’s H.O.S.P.I.C.E. Pocket Guide: The 7 Things Hospice Physicians Need to Know to be Ready for Work. It is being praised as a much needed educational tool for HPM fellows and also an amazing resource of introductory information for physicians serious about entering the field of hospice from other specialties. Her second book, The Real Deal About Hospice: Short Stories Highlighting the Advantages of Hospice Care for Patients and Families, was released on World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2023. This book was written to educate and empower EVERYONE.
Dr. Guidry is a strong Healthcare Advocate who is passionate about combating healthcare inequities across medical specialties and providing peace of mind in healthcare for those navigating the late stages of life. These values have been expressed on non-profit executive boards: FCI Caring, IDEAL for Healthcare, and The Association of Black Women Physicians ABWP. Outside of prioritizing family, her hobbies include: elite self-care, beach visits, fine dining, and football—Go LA Rams!
LAUREL FUQUA
RN, MSN Care Manager
With over 30 years of experience in healthcare and senior care, Laurel has dedicated her life to making a positive difference in the lives of older adults. From a young age, she knew she was meant to be a nurse. At just three years old, after receiving a nurse doll from her grandmother for Christmas, Laurel began "caring" for her childhood "patients" - a passion that would grow into a lifelong calling. Since earning her Master's degree in Nursing from the University of Evansville, IN., Laurel has become a trusted leader in senior care, diabetes management, and clinical operations. Laurel has earned certifications in the past in geriatric care management, diabetes care and education, and advanced illness care, showing her deep commitment to providing thoughtful and expert support tailored to individual needs.
Having held prominent leadership roles, including Chief Clinical Officer for elder care and diabetes organizations, CEO of a long-term acute care hospital, and Head of Clinical for medical technology companies, she has dedicated her career to transforming the way care is delivered. In these roles, she has introduced innovative solutions, high-quality care programs, and advanced technologies to improve the lives of individuals and their loved ones. In recognition of her work, she was honored as one of the 25 top women leaders in the medical technology field in 2021. She was also named the National Diabetes Educator of the Year early in her career.
Now living in the beautiful Coachella Valley, Laurel finds joy in nature, creative projects, writing, and spending time with her daughter in San Diego. At home, she can often be found playing with her two beloved dogs, whose antics never fail to bring a smile to her face. Whether she’s working with seniors, supporting families, or collaborating with fellow healthcare professionals, her mission is to help others live healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives.
LIFE ENHANCEMENT TEAM
Rebecca Briotte MA, CTRS
LIFE ENHANCEMENT, SHAPE UP PROGRAM SUPERVISOR
Rebecca developed the only Activity Leader Seminar with a Therapeutic Paradigm in Southern California approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). It was at that time she coined her business motto, “Activities are Medicine!” Her passion and enthusiasm for educating the Activity and Life Enrichment profession have impacted hundreds of professionals in California.
Over the years she has provided countless training, workshops, and online classes in areas that span the following: Activity Leadership, Therapeutic Programs, Client-Centered Interventions, Team-Building, Effective group leadership and so much more
ANN REGAN
LIFE ENHANCEMENT COACH
Since retiring from her career as a Sales Professional, Ann has been able to devote her time to pursuing her many interests, particularly her love for animals, the outdoors, and nature.
She spends her free time volunteering at the local nature center, hiking with her family and dog, and riding her horse on the local trails. Ann has also been actively involved in the community as a volunteer, providing animal-assisted therapy to children at local hospitals, where she has seen the healing power animals can offer.
As a Life Enhancement Coach, Ann is excited to share her enthusiasm and life experiences with clients on their journey to better health and wellness.
She is dedicated to being a positive support system for her clients and helping them achieve their goals.
“Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have.” Margaret Mead
SHANNON BURCH
LIFE ENHANCEMENT COACH
Shannon Burch brings a unique blend of entrepreneurial spirit and heartfelt compassion to her role as a Life Enhancement Coach. As a former business owner of a women's fitness studio, she understands the importance of fostering well-being and building strong connections. Shannon's dedication extends beyond her professional life; she also provides care for her own mother, demonstrating her commitment to nurturing and support. Her clients eagerly anticipate her weekly visits, a testament to the positive impact she makes in their lives.

JOHN DIONISIO
LIFE ENHANCEMENT COACH
John Dionisio is a dedicated life enhancement coach at About Senior Solutions, specializing in improving the well-being and quality of life for seniors. With an educational background, John holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Gerontology from the University of Southern California. Currently, he is pursuing a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the same institution.
Throughout his academic journey, John has gained invaluable experience working across various age groups. He has served as a rehabilitation intern at an orthopedic outpatient clinic, where he contributed to the recovery and rehabilitation of individuals. Additionally, he played a pivotal role as a key player intern at Home Instead, collaborating closely with case managers and caregivers to provide comprehensive support to seniors. Furthermore, John has worked as a behavioral therapist, lending his expertise to children with special needs.
Beyond his professional pursuits, John has a vibrant range of interests. He finds joy in playing the tenor saxophone, showcasing his artistic talent in acting, and honing his skills in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. These diverse passions reflect his commitment to personal growth and holistic well-being.
Looking forward, John is determined to realize his entrepreneurial vision of establishing his own physical therapy outpatient clinic. Through this venture, he aspires to create a nurturing environment that fosters healing and promotes overall wellness. With his compassionate nature, extensive knowledge, and diverse experiences, John is poised to make a significant impact in physical therapy and beyond.
“I find joy in cultivating nurturing moments of purpose and happiness. Each interaction adds to a profound sense of purpose in their well-lived lives, achieved through invigorating exercises and heartwarming activities.”
EVITA VALERO
LIFE ENHANCEMENT COACH
With over 24 years dedicated to serving others, Evita is an energetic and compassionate Life Enhancement Coach. Her extensive background includes 12 years as a flight attendant and another 12 years in a retirement community. This is where her heart found a special place for the elderly, especially those living with dementia, and she finds it incredibly rewarding to make a real difference in their lives.
Beyond her professional life, Evita loves music and a passionate dancer. She's a dedicated student at a traditional hula school, a practice that reflects her belief in the power of cultural connection and rhythm to uplift the spirit and enhance well-being. This unique blend of experience allows Evita to connect with her clients on a profound level, guiding them to find their own personal rhythm and purpose.

