In this episode, we sit down with Tamara Prosper, a passionate advocate for elder care and a seasoned nursing home administrator. Tamara shares her journey into healthcare, her deep love for working with the elderly, and the immense challenges that come with managing long-term care facilities.

From the struggles with funding and staffing to the complexities of patient rights and regulatory compliance, Tamara gives us an inside look at the realities of working in nursing homes. She also emphasizes the often-overlooked role of Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) and their impact on patient care, as well as the vital importance of documentation to prevent critical situations like "immediate jeopardy."

Tamara discusses her vision for an ideal care model, one that fosters a home-like environment for seniors, reduces staff turnover, and improves patient care. She also stresses the importance of treating healthcare staff with kindness to improve both their well-being and patient satisfaction.

Links & Resources

• Connect with Tamara on LinkedIn
• Website/Blog
• Tamara's Email

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Welcome to the very first episode of Home Care 2.0! In today’s conversation, host Negin Seyedghasemi sits down with registered nurse and founder of Careful Lives, Vanessa Chambers. With over a decade of real-world experience, Vanessa is revolutionizing home care through a concierge model that centers patients, families, and dignity.

From Nurse to CEO

Vanessa opens up about her unexpected journey from bedside care to business ownership—how her father’s entrepreneurial spirit influenced her decision and how long it took before she felt comfortable calling herself a CEO.

What Is Concierge Nursing?

She explains how Careful Lives offers a highly personalized alternative to traditional home health agencies—providing private-duty nursing, cognitive therapy, and even culturally sensitive hair care—all tailored to individual needs.

A Business Built on Relationships

Vanessa shares how her deep network of trusted nurses and doctors supports patients with consistent care and strong continuity, something often missing in agency models.

The Power of Advocacy

Personal family experiences with cancer inspired Vanessa to champion stronger patient advocacy. She now empowers families to navigate care confidently and compassionately.

Challenges in the System

From unclear pricing to limitations around insurance, Vanessa walks through the systemic barriers facing concierge nurses and what she'd fix with a magic wand—starting with insurance accessibility for non-agency models.

Empowering Teams

Vanessa shares how she builds a heart-centered team—choosing people for their passion first, then helping them grow into roles they never imagined for themselves.

Trends in Home Care

We discuss AI in healthcare, the rise of virtual services, and why nurses—because of their humanity—are irreplaceable even as tech evolves.

Vanessa’s passion is undeniable. Her approach to holistic, empowering care reminds us what’s possible when nurses lead with heart and vision. Tune in to hear how Careful Lives is setting a new standard for home care.

Links & Resources

• Care For Lives
• Connect with Vanessa Chambers on LinkedIn
• Call or text: +1 (347) 594-4101

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