2nd Family

04/24/2026

Some of the hardest moments in caregiving aren’t about what to do…
They’re about what to say. What happens when a parent refuses help — even when you know they need it?

Join us for the next session of The Family Room, where we’ll be having one of the most important (and often avoided) conversations:

Navigating Difficult Conversations with a Parent Who Refuses Help
🗓 Thursday, May 7th
🕐 1:00 PM
💻 Virtual webinar
👉 Register: https://lnkd.in/dwX6mhKq

We’re also honored to include a real-life perspective — featuring a testimony from a client’s daughter, Kelly James, sharing her family’s experience.

Whether you’re a family caregiver or a professional supporting older adults, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Register today and consider sharing this with someone who may need it.
You are not alone in this journey. 💚

03/16/2026

Last week, we hosted our latest webinar in The Family Room series:

“How to Know When It’s Time for Home Care.”

During the session, Priscilla and Summer walked through some of the real-world signs families often notice when a loved one may need additional support at home — including emotional, physical, and safety indicators, as well as the changes that can signal it may be time to start exploring home care. They also discussed practical ways families can begin what is often a difficult conversation about bringing help into the home.

These are topics we see families struggle with every day, and it was incredibly meaningful to be able to share guidance and perspective through this webinar series.

If you weren’t able to attend — or would like to share the session with a colleague, client, or family member — you can request access to the recorded webinar by completing this short form:

👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdkTdQWrX8W8DZ2auW13oN8WrpSG6rH90Gd-OIRlBDobazqg/viewform?fbclid=IwVERDUAQlKnlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeq8A-jlGSkH8NcyqYfLplo420Fjut3F3Kyq4GRlMb17nNDqIfvCUEVhD8gAg_aem_Gh-6gvRglBjekF_P5-DeSQ

Thank you to everyone who continues to support The Family Room. We look forward to continuing these conversations each month.

We are sorry we missed you during our live broadcast- you can request access to the webinar of your choice below! Please provide your contact information to have the recorded webinar shared with you via email.

12/18/2025

🎅✨ Looks like we all made the nice list this year!

Santa stopped by our morning meeting with the COGS - Coalition of Geriatric Services, and it couldn’t have been a better way to celebrate the season and the impact this group continues to make.

Together, we were proud to support the Howard County Department of Aging Project Holiday initiative with a meaningful donation to contribute to the mission of spreading cheer & gifts to elderly adults in Howard County. Additionally, we were able to contribute to the Howard Community College CNA program, helping provide scholarships for those pursuing a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

We also had the pleasure of writing Christmas cards to the residents of Residences at Vantage Point in Columbia, who need to hear how loved & supported they are during the holiday season🙏🏼

Grateful to be part of a community that shows up, gives back, and makes a difference — clearly earning our spot on Santa’s nice list. 🎄🌟

12/12/2025

🌟 A wonderful night at the Baltimore County Provider Council Holiday party!

We’re proud to have our General Manager, Summer Sugalski, representing 2nd Family at this year’s Baltimore County Provider Council celebration at Hightopps Backstage Grille. It’s been a strong year of partnership, advocacy, and growth within the provider community, and we’re grateful for every opportunity to support the families we serve.

Here’s to collaboration, connection, and an even stronger 2026 together! 🎄✨

12/11/2025

🎄🍪 Holiday Cookie Swap Recap! 🍪🎄

Yesterday, we kicked off the holiday season with a little sugar, a lot of laughter, and some wonderful team bonding at the 2nd Family office during our first-ever Holiday Cookie Swap & Team Building Event!

We were thrilled to have Cynthia from HomeCall LHC Group Inc. and Ashley from GuideWell Patient Advocates join us in person as we celebrated a year of collaboration, partnership, and shared commitment to serving seniors across Maryland. Lindsay from Stella Maris Inc., Lisa Cross with Marquis Health Consulting Services, and Manny with Enchanted Medical Supplies were all there in spirit- though missed!💙

The cookie decorating fun was made extra sweet thanks to the beautiful cookie kits from Kupcakes & Co., which brought out everyone’s creativity—and holiday spirit! 🎨✨

Events like this remind us how special it is to work alongside such dedicated partners. Here’s to continued connection, teamwork, and many more celebrations together as grows into 2026!

12/04/2025

What a wonderful evening celebrating our annual 2nd Family Holiday Party at Ruth’s Chris! ✨

It was great to gather together, share a delicious meal, and look back on an incredible 2025. Thank you to our entire team for your hard work, dedication, and the heart you bring to our mission every single day. Because of you, this year was a success.

A special highlight of the night was presenting a 5-Year Service Award to Pamela Gibson, one of our exceptional Certified Nursing Assistants on the caregiver team. Her compassion, reliability, and commitment have made a lasting impact on the families we serve — and on all of us.

We’re grateful for everything we’ve accomplished together this year and excited for the growth and opportunities ahead in 2026.

Here are a few moments from last night’s celebration! 📸✨

11/21/2025

🏥✨ Introducing the Final Pillar of CareTeamSix: Skilled Nursing with Marquis Health Consulting Services! ✨🏥

We’re excited to officially welcome Marquis Health Consulting Services as the sixth and final pillar of CareTeamSix, completing our collaborative network dedicated to delivering comprehensive, coordinated senior care across Maryland.

Marquis proudly supports six skilled nursing facilities throughout the state, each offering a warm, welcoming environment where residents receive compassionate care and cutting-edge rehabilitation services. Their highly skilled nurses, therapists, and care teams provide:
✔️ Short-term & long-term skilled nursing care
✔️ 24/7 medical supervision
✔️ Physical, occupational & speech therapy
✔️ Pain management & post-acute recovery
✔️ Person-centered support for physical, social & emotional wellbeing

Their core values—Excellence, Respect & Passion—shine through in every interaction.

✨ A Unique Advantage: The Urgent SNF™ Program
Marquis offers a forward-thinking solution for individuals who may not meet acute hospital admission criteria but still require skilled oversight or supervised rehabilitation. The Urgent SNF™ program ensures patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time—supporting stability, recovery, and a smoother care continuum.

With Marquis now joining 2nd Family, Enchanted Medical Supplies, HomeCall, GuideWell Patient Advocates, and Stella Maris, our CareTeamSix network is officially complete.

Together, we are transforming how seniors receive care—through expertise, connection, and unwavering compassion. 💙

09/24/2025

It was so nice to be back together with the COGS network today at HeartLands Senior Living at Ellicott City after our summer break! 💙

There’s nothing better than catching up, sharing laughs, and connecting with people who are just as passionate about supporting seniors and their families as I am. A special highlight was seeing our former 2nd Family caregiver, now Geriatric Care Management Associate with Stanton Aging Solutions, Sabrina Amaral —so proud to see her thriving in this field! 🌟

Always grateful for this wonderful community and the friendships that come with it. Excited for what’s ahead this fall!

08/27/2025

💡Join our CareTeamSix partner, Ashley DiMaggio with GuideWell Patient Advocates LLC for a FREE insightful webinar where she will share practical tips to avoid common mistakes, understand rights, plan for safe recovery, and know when to ask for help!

📅 Thursday, September 18th
⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 Virtual via Google Meet
➡️Register here: https://lnkd.in/eBZkU86W

This session is designed for older adults and family caregivers who may be navigating hospital discharges and care transitions, but open to all!

🚨 Free Webinar for Families & Caregivers 🚨

5 Mistakes Families Make During Hospital Discharge — and How to Avoid Them
📅 Thursday, September 18th
⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 Virtual (Google Meet)

Hospital discharge can feel overwhelming — and sometimes rushed. In this free session, I’ll share practical tips to help families avoid costly mistakes, understand their rights, and plan for a safe recovery at home.

👉 Register here: https://www.guidewellpatientadvocates.com/webinar
Seats are limited — save your spot today.

08/21/2025

🌟 Meet Our Hospice Partner: Stella Maris🌟
We are honored to welcome Stella Maris to CareTeamSix as the leader of our Hospice Care pillar. For decades, Stella Maris has been a trusted name in compassionate care, offering inpatient and home hospice services throughout Baltimore County and central Maryland.

Hospice care is about comfort, dignity, and support — not just for patients, but for their families too. Stella Maris provides:

✅ Expert clinical care & symptom management

✅ Emotional, spiritual, and counseling support

✅ 24/7 compassionate assistance in-home or in their state-of-the-art inpatient hospice unit

They also offer palliative care services earlier in the care journey to improve quality of life, ease symptoms, and provide holistic support for both patients and families.

💙 Their mission: Like the Sisters of Mercy before them, Stella Maris witnesses God’s healing love for all people, providing excellent clinical and residential services within a community of compassionate care.

🌟 Their vision: A place where dignity, comfort, and holistic care guide every decision, and every individual—patients and team members alike—feels valued and supported.

Together, Stella Maris, 2nd Family, and the rest of CareTeamSix are committed to ensuring seniors and families in our community receive the compassionate care they deserve—at every stage of life. ❤️

08/14/2025

🧭💙 Meet Our Partner for Geriatric Care Management: Ashley DiMaggio, MSN, RN, ALCM owner of Guidewell Patient Advocates LLC💙🧭

We’re excited to welcome Ashley DiMaggio, owner of GuideWell Patient Advocates as the Geriatric Care Manager pillar of CareTeamSix!

Ashley’s mission is clear: to help seniors and their families navigate the complexities of healthcare and senior services with confidence, clarity, and compassion.

From personalized care management to expert patient advocacy, Ashley ensures that no detail is overlooked when it comes to your health journey:

📋 In-depth assessments & medication management + administration

🔗 Coordination of medical appointments & community resources

🔍 Ongoing monitoring to keep care on track

🗣 Support during medical visits & understanding treatment options

📑 Second opinion facilitation & insurance guidance

👵 Aging life care planning & family education

Whether in-person or virtually, Ashley offers seniors and families the guidance, resources, and reassurance they need to make the best decisions for their future.

Book a FREE 15 minute consultation with Ashley today! https://calendly.com/ashleyd-guidewellpatientadvocates/15min?month=2025-08

Together, GuideWell, 2nd Family, and the rest of CareTeamSix are creating a seamless network of trusted professionals to deliver the highest level of coordinated care for seniors in our community.