About Us

At Grace Care Partners, we are a leading provider of Aging Life Care Management services in Naples, Florida.
Our experienced care managers serve as a compassionate, trusted extension of your family—dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life and ensuring they receive exceptional, personalized care whether at home, in a residential community, or during hospital stays.
Highly regarded by Naples physicians and elder care professionals, we maintain strong, collaborative partnerships built on a shared commitment to excellence.
You can rely on us to guide, coordinate, arrange, and oversee every aspect of care with your loved one’s well-being and dignity as our top priority—delivering proactive, tailored support that brings true peace of mind.

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Victoria Lichtenberger, MPS, CMC, BCC - Founder, Certified Care Manager & Life Coach

Victoria Lichtenberger founded Grace Care Partners formerly ElderSource in 1996. She leads her team of experienced care managers in helping seniors and their families manage the journey of aging in Naples, Florida.  Victoria received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and her Master’s degree in Professional Studies with a concentration in Geriatric Care Management.

Victoria is an Advanced Professional with the Aging Life Care Association™  and is a Certified Care Manager through the National Academy of Certified Care Managers. She is a Board Certified Coach through The Center for Credentialing and Education, Inc.

As an Aging Life Care Professional and life coach, Victoria is driven by her God-given passion to help equip and encourage individuals to flourish in every season of their lives by providing the guidance, counsel, and support they need.

Victoria is an active member of the Aging Life Care Association™, National Academy of Certified Care Managers and the Alzheimer’s Association.

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Joan Hauswald, BSN, RN, JD -Nurse Care Manager

Joan is a registered nurse licensed in the State of New York as well as an attorney admitted to the New York Bar.

Her professional journey started in service in the Emergency Room department as the lead/charge nurse where she learned to think on her feet and act decisively, while always keeping the best interests of the patient at the forefront, providing exceptional care for her patients mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health; as well as those of the patient’s loved ones. While she served in this highly important role she returned to school and  completed the JD program at Brooklyn law school and passed the New York bar. She continued to work at the same hospital with her new professional accomplishment as the Hospital’s Associate General Counsel.

Her emergency department experience taught her how best to handle the medical, mental, and emotional aspects of an illness or aging; the legal experience taught her the true meaning of advocacy and how to navigate the often-complex health care system. Joan’s knowledge and experience equip her to be an outstanding advocate and guide for older adults and their families.

 

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Cary Rodriguez, LPN, CDP - Nurse Care Manager

With over 15 years of experience as a nurse, Cary has developed a strong foundation in care management, coordination of care, and advocacy for patients. Her career has been dedicated to ensuring that individuals receive the highest quality of care while navigating the complexities of the healthcare system.  Cary is passionate about promoting patient well-being and empowering them through education and support. Throughout her journey, she has honed her skills in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans that address the unique needs of each patient. Cary’s commitment to advocacy drives her to be a voice for those who may not be able to speak for themselves, ensuring that their rights and preferences are respected in every aspect of their care.

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FAQ

How do I know it’s time for a Care Manager?

It’s time for a Care Manager when the person you are caring for:

  • Has multiple medical or psychological issues
  • Is unable to live safely in their current environment
  • Is not pleased with current care providers and requires advocacy
  • Is confused about their own financial and/or legal situation
  • Has limited or no family support

Or when the family:

  • Has just become involved with helping the individual and needs direction about available services
  • Is either “burned out” or confused about care solutions
  • Has limited time and/or expertise in dealing with the individual’s chronic care needs and does not live close by
  • Is at odds regarding care decisions
  • Needs education and/or direction in dealing with behaviors associated with dementia

What are the benefits of working with a Care Manager?

  • Personalized, compassionate service
  • Accessibility 
  • Continuity of care – communications are coordinated between family members, doctors and other professionals, and service providers.
  • Cost containment — inappropriate placements, duplication of services, and unnecessary hospitalizations are avoided.
  • Quality control – Aging Life Care services follow ALCA’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics
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Professional Membership

As members of The Aging Life Care Association, we are committed  to staying abreast of the ever-changing landscape of senior services and aging researcher.

 

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