Stephanie Anne Dolan
Gerontologist
Janetville,ON
Summary
Experienced Geriatric Assessor and gerontology with over a decade of dedicated services in geriatric and mental health support. Expert in interdisciplinary team leadership, client-centered care planning, and health record management, ensuring enhanced patient satisfaction and care quality. Skilled in addressing complex care needs and fostering strong client and family relationships. Strong BSO skills and behavioral management, development and implementation of behavioral strategies and solutions. Certified in cognitive screening, and comprehensive cognitive assessments with 10 years of working with geriatricians. Proactive healthcare professional with a strong ability to adapt to new challenges and environments. Problem-solving skills and known for high productivity in patient care coordination, medical terminology comprehension, ultimately enhancing patient experiences and improving satisfaction rates.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Geriatric Assessor and Client Support
GAIN Geriatrics Assessment Intervention Network
City Of Kawartha Lakes, ON
01.2014 - Current
- Evaluate physical, mental, emotional, and social health using tools like the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) in an interdisciplinary team, with clients, and families to create personalized care plans.
- 10 years of working effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including geriatricians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and client support.
- Led interdisciplinary teams in developing comprehensive care plans that improved patient outcomes.
- Created and implemented BSO training and education for clients and their families.
- Case management and facilitate access to community resources, medical services, and support programs. Community navigation to help families get linked to the right community supports, such as the Alzheimer's Society, Community Paramedic program, HCCSS, local retirement homes, Community Care, and local lawyers to help with POA. I sat on the Elder Abuse Network and worked alongside the Elder Advocate for five years, helping clients and families with abuse, and maintaining close working relationships with the Ross Memorial Hospital GEM nurse and ARM Team, coordinating care plans and attending discharge
- Assess functional abilities, including mobility, activities of daily living (ADLs), and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) meetings.
- Identify cognitive impairments, depression, or anxiety using standardized screening tools. experienced in using SMMSE, MoCA, SLUMS, Trails, FAB, BNAR, and GDS.
- Monitor and update care plans as needs evolve.
- Assist with transitions between care settings, such as from hospital to home or assisted living.
- Educate older adults and their families about aging-related conditions and resources.
- Advocate for patient rights and access to necessary services.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of assessments and care plans.
- Ability to build trust and rapport with older adults, often in emotionally sensitive situations.
- Strong understanding of gerontology, chronic illnesses, cognitive decline, and social determinants of health.
- Ability to identify challenges and propose practical, person-centered solutions.
- Use of electronic health records (EHR), assessment tools, and communication platforms.
Recreationist Coordinator
Adelaide Retirement Place
Lindsay, Ontario
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Create recreation-based programs for complex continuing care patients, and coordinate program development and implementation.
- Experience in recreation therapy through retirement homes, adult day programs, and VON.
- Designed and implemented innovative recreation programs tailored to patient interests, enhancing engagement and well-being.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Identified the needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Recreation Clerk
City of Oshawa
Durham, Ontario
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Played a key role in expanding community recreation programs, increasing participation by 20%.
- Administrative support in maintaining records of program participants, facility bookings, and administrative data.
- Handled correspondence such as emails, phone calls, and inquiries from the public.
- Prepare schedules for recreation programs, staff, and facility use.
- Extensive experience in customer service.
- Handle bookings and reservations for spaces like gyms, pools, or community halls.
- Financial transactions and process payments for memberships, rentals, and programs.
- Maintain accurate financial records, and handle cash or digital payments.
Recreation Assistant
York Support Services
01.2008 - 12.2009
Education
Gerontology Bachelor Degree -
Laurentian University
Laurentian University 09.2020 - Current
Recreation and Leisure Services Diploma -
Fleming College
01.2009
Skills
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Client-centered care planning
- Volunteer coordination
- ECG tool completion
- Cognitive test interpretation
- Case management
- EMR proficiency and super user
- Social isolation strategies and client relationship building
- Mental health support
- Collateral assessment
- Medication management
- Community resource and knowledge
- Client relationship building
- Psychiatric assessment services
- Mental health navigation
- Group facilitation
- Community awareness programs
- Recreation program implementation
- Client care plan development
- Municipality correspondence
- Activity program facilitation
- Public relations
- Independent work in multidisciplinary teams
- Service gap identification
- Discharge planning support
- Problem-solving skills
- MS Office proficient
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Leadership
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Excellent communication
- Organization
References
Available Upon Request
Professional development training and certifications
- Certified to administer MoCA 2024/12/27
- PAC Consultant, 09/17, Woodstock, Ontario
- Hospice & Palliative Care Certificate, 09/17, Lindsay, Ontario
- Geriatric Assessment Training Program, Mc Master University, 09/14, Burlington, Ontario
- Mental Health First Aid Canada, 09/14, Peterborough, Ontario
- P.I.E.C.E.S Consult Group, 09/14, Peterborough, Ontario
- U-First, 09/14, Peterborough, Ontario
- Montessori, 09/14, Peterborough, Ontario
- Non Violent Crisis Intervention, Crisis Prevention Institute, 09/09, Collingwood, Ontario
- Dual Diagnosis Seminar, York Support Services, 09/09, Newmarket, Ontario
- Person Centered Planning Seminar, York Support Services, 09/09, Newmarket, Ontario
- Trauma Training Seminar, York Support Services, 09/09, Newmarket, Ontario
- CPR / First Aid – Level C (Valid), St. John’s Ambulance, 09/08, Peterborough, Ontario
Certification
- PAC Dementia Consultant
- Hospice & Palliative Care
- Geriatric Assessment Training Program
- Mental Health First Aid Canada
- P.I.E.C.E.S
- U-First
- Non Violent Crises Intervention
- Dual Diagnosis Seminar
- Person Centered Planning Seminar
- Trauma Training Seminar
- CPR
Relevantskills
My experience that is over 10 years in the gerontology field, I have extensive knowledge in evaluating the health, functional abilities, and social needs of older adults to develop care plans that enhance their quality of life and support ageing in place. This role is essential in healthcare, social services, and community programs focused on the elderly.
References
References available upon request.
Personal Information
Title: Elder Life Specialist
Contact
Janetville, ON L0B1K0
Education
Peterborough, Ontario,true,Sudbarry, Ontario
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionFlexible work hoursTeam Building / Company RetreatsQuote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
love my family, playing golf and reading a great book.
I enjoy spending time with my two children and traveling with them, and experiencing new adventures. I love playing a good game of golf and learning, I read lots of research and love a good true storey.
Timeline
Gerontology Bachelor Degree -
Laurentian University
09.2020 - Current
Geriatric Assessor and Client Support
GAIN Geriatrics Assessment Intervention Network
01.2014 - Current
Recreationist Coordinator
Adelaide Retirement Place
01.2014 - 12.2014
Recreation Clerk
City of Oshawa
01.2009 - 12.2010
Recreation Assistant
York Support Services
01.2008 - 12.2009
- PAC Dementia Consultant
- Hospice & Palliative Care
- Geriatric Assessment Training Program
- Mental Health First Aid Canada
- P.I.E.C.E.S
- U-First
- Non Violent Crises Intervention
- Dual Diagnosis Seminar
- Person Centered Planning Seminar
- Trauma Training Seminar
- CPR
Recreation and Leisure Services Diploma -
Fleming College
Similar Profiles
Stephanie DolanStephanie Dolan
NA at GAIN Geriatrics Assessment Intervention NetworkNA at GAIN Geriatrics Assessment Intervention Network
JODY RITTER, OTJODY RITTER, OT
School-Based Occupational Therapist at Assessment Intervention Management (AIM)School-Based Occupational Therapist at Assessment Intervention Management (AIM)
Ana AcostaAna Acosta
Bilingual Educational Diagnostician at Assessment Intervention Managament (AIM)Bilingual Educational Diagnostician at Assessment Intervention Managament (AIM)