​•    Bachelors Degree in Communication Studies, UNCW

With 10 years experience as an International Adoption Program Manager, Nikki brings a unique background to Assistance for Life Care Management.  Her involvement in over 700 child placements gave her invaluable experience guiding families through important life transitions.  She understands the importance of handling time sensitive and emotionally charged information with calm and compassionate professionalism.  Nikki is eager to see Assistance for Life Care Management reach the many people in need of care throughout eastern North Carolina.  With her support and customer service skills, we are sure our care managers will be positioned to excel.

•    Masters degree in Rehabilitation Sciences, Occupational Therapy, Medical University of South Carolina
•    Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Washington University in St. Louis
 

A licensed Occupational Therapist since 2005, Noa has experience working in an inpatient rehabilitation setting for 5 years and home health therapy for 8 years. In both of these areas Noa gained experience working with interdisciplinary teams, client discharge planning, and home safety evaluations. She has always been a proponent of communication between clients, caregivers and the medical team. In the home health setting, Noa found that therapy and medical recommendations were often made but not followed through in the long term. When Noa found out about Assistance for Life Care Management Services she knew she wanted to be a part of it. Being able to advocate and guide people while ensuring they live as independently and safely as possible was a natural next step in her career. 

•    Bachelor's Degree from American International College

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Jane brings more than 20 years of experience in human services, advocacy, and care coordination, with a career devoted to guiding individuals and families through complex life transitions. After beginning her work in the Massachusetts Department of Corrections, where she developed strong skills in counseling, crisis management, and structured support, she discovered her passion for serving older adults and their families. As a Geriatric Support Services Coordinator and Supervisor in managed care, Jane has conducted comprehensive in-home assessments, developed individualized care plans, coordinated medical and community resources, and advocated for clients during times of change and uncertainty. Known for her calm presence, practical problem-solving, and deep compassion, she is committed to helping older adults remain safe, respected, and as independent as possible while ensuring families feel informed, supported, and confident in the care their loved ones receive. 

•    Masters Degree in Gerontology, UNCW

•    Geriatric Care Management Graduate Certificate, University of Florida
 

Andrew Zeldin founded Assistance for Life Care Management in January, 2013 as he was finishing his Masters Degree in Gerontology at UNCW.  Andrew's experience as a teenager included a time when his grandmother, Edith, lived at the family home. Andrew observed his parents managing her care, and those experiences helped shape his views on the way all members of society should be looked after.  Andrew's goal in founding Assistance for Life Care Management was to help older adults and their families navigate the myriad of issues related to aging.  Whether it be transitioning from one living environment to another, or one state of health and well-being to another, Assistance for Life aims to guide clients through difficult decisions in a professional and personal way.