About Us
Carolynn Eipel - Founder
Virginia Caruana - Director of Administration
Steve Pike - Business Administration
Carolynn has been devoted to senior health care for the past thirty years and has enjoyed the benefit of knowing her primary role is to help older adults have a better quality of life. Every person has a unique story and situation, and every situation requires a customized solution. At CareFirst we do everything to make sure this is recog
Carolynn has been devoted to senior health care for the past thirty years and has enjoyed the benefit of knowing her primary role is to help older adults have a better quality of life. Every person has a unique story and situation, and every situation requires a customized solution. At CareFirst we do everything to make sure this is recognized. Carolynn oversees the day to day operations of CareFirst.
Steve Pike - Business Administration
Virginia Caruana - Director of Administration
Steve Pike - Business Administration
Steve has a passion for seniors and in providing resources that guide families and caregivers in helping their loved ones age in place. Steve has been in the senior care industry for twenty years with a background in assisted living and homecare. In his current role at CareFirst, he provides support in business planning, marketing, human resources and daily operations to our Long Island offices.
Virginia Caruana - Director of Administration
Virginia Caruana - Director of Administration
Virginia Caruana - Director of Administration
Virginia is an experienced Director of Administration who joined our team to support our office functions. She is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of our administrative operations, from human resources and finance to office management.
Katherine Dubicki - Director of Recruitment
Katherine Dubicki - Director of Recruitment
Virginia Caruana - Director of Administration
Katherine's role is to develop and apply overall strategies and programs to recruit, hire, onboard, and train employees. She also works with our employees to ensure they are satisfied and feel supported. She works with our Director of Operations to troubleshoot any issues that arise and need to be addressed urgently. Katherine is passi
Katherine's role is to develop and apply overall strategies and programs to recruit, hire, onboard, and train employees. She also works with our employees to ensure they are satisfied and feel supported. She works with our Director of Operations to troubleshoot any issues that arise and need to be addressed urgently. Katherine is passionate about senior care, our clients and our employees. She also keeps us laughing in the office with her sense of humor!
Judith Rivera - Director of Client Services
Katherine Dubicki - Director of Recruitment
Judith Rivera - Director of Client Services
As a Director of Community Relations, Judith meets with potential clients and their families, getting to know what healthcare challenges they are facing, then assists them to design a plan that is suited to their current situation and preferences. She acts as a liaison with discharge planners and social workers with local hospitals and r
As a Director of Community Relations, Judith meets with potential clients and their families, getting to know what healthcare challenges they are facing, then assists them to design a plan that is suited to their current situation and preferences. She acts as a liaison with discharge planners and social workers with local hospitals and rehabs to ensure a smooth discharge home.
Judith is also involved on a local level with networking and giving back to the community in various volunteer roles.
Judith is a trusted advocate in all she does!
Janice Simon, RN - Geriatric Care Manager
Katherine Dubicki - Director of Recruitment
Judith Rivera - Director of Client Services
With more than 40 years of nursing experience, Janice brings unmatched expertise, compassion, and dedication to her role as our Registered Nurse and Geriatric Care Manager. A Long Islander at heart, Janice has spent her career caring for individuals and families across every stage of aging, always with warmth, dignity, and respect.
Janice
With more than 40 years of nursing experience, Janice brings unmatched expertise, compassion, and dedication to her role as our Registered Nurse and Geriatric Care Manager. A Long Islander at heart, Janice has spent her career caring for individuals and families across every stage of aging, always with warmth, dignity, and respect.
Janice combines deep clinical knowledge with an extraordinary ability to connect personally with those she serves. Her calm presence, attentive listening, and genuine kindness immediately put families at ease. She is a tireless advocate for her clients, ensuring they receive the highest level of care and resources while navigating complex healthcare decisions with confidence.
Simply put, Janice is the kind of person you never forget—an exceptional nurse, a passionate advocate, and one of the most remarkable individuals you will ever meet.