Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
Timeline

Joni Caperelli

Self-employeed
Rehoboth Beach,DE
1
Certification
28
years of professional experience

I am a dedicated professional with a 25-year history of serving our senior communities, as well as an experienced, compassionate caregiver. As a Certified Dementia Practitioner, I am continually seeking to enrich the lives of those afflicted with memory issues.

I am equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, patience, excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn.

Work History

Agency Director

8 Months
FirstLight HomeCare | 01.2026 - Current

Please note: Although I was hired as the Agency Director in January 2026, FirstLight Home Care is currently awaiting licensure from the State of DE.

Private Duty Caregiver

11 Years
Self-employeed | 09.2015 - Current
  • Provide personalized care and support for daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Develop trusting relationships with clients' families through open communication channels and regular updates on progress or concerns.
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans based on client needs and preferences.
  • Prepare nutritious meals
  • Plan activities for enhanced cognitive function.
  • Assist clients with daily living activities such as grooming, bathing, dressing, and feeding for increased comfort and independence.

Reflections Memory Care Program Coordinator

3 Years 11 Months
Brandywine Living Seaside Pointe | 08.2021 - 07.2025
  • Coordinated resident activities, enhancing engagement and resident participation.
  • Developed and implemented monthly calendar.
  • Facilitated communication and excellent relationships with families/loved ones,
  • Increased resident participation by tailoring program content to meet diverse community needs.
  • Scheduled entertainment, volunteers, outings and art programs.
  • Directed and supervised assistants to assure daily programming was followed.
  • Drove the Brandywine Bus regularly, using Q-straints.
  • Ordered all supplies needed for meaningful programming.

Dementia Coordinator

1 Year
Atlantic Shores Nursing and Rehab | 08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provided daily recreational, therapeutic and 1:1 activity planning for all residents in the Memory Care Unit.
  • Performed daily charting of all participation, including 1:1 documentation that supported the care plans.

Care Manager

1 Year 3 Months
Jewish Family Services of Lancaster | 11.2017 - 02.2019
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive assessments for diverse client populations, ensuring tailored support services.
  • Completed home visits and scheduling.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted care plans in response to changing needs, improving overall satisfaction.

Assistant Director

18 Years 3 Months
By Your Side Home Care | 02.1999 - 05.2017
  • Oversaw all operations of a large home care company covering two counties, including home visits and scheduling of more than 100 clients and 150 caregivers.
  • Provided excellent customer service and support to families.
  • Interviewed and screened potential caregivers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania | Shippensburg, PA

Skills

Customer relations
Organization
Problem solving
Team player

Certification

Certified Dementia Practitioner

Timeline

Agency Director

FirstLight HomeCare
01.2026 - CurrentRead More

Reflections Memory Care Program Coordinator

Brandywine Living Seaside Pointe
08.2021 - 07.2025Read More

Dementia Coordinator

Atlantic Shores Nursing and Rehab
08.2020 - 08.2021Read More

Care Manager

Jewish Family Services of Lancaster
11.2017 - 02.2019Read More

Private Duty Caregiver

Self-employeed
09.2015 - CurrentRead More

Assistant Director

By Your Side Home Care
02.1999 - 05.2017Read More

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science from Management
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Joni Caperelli