MEET THE COUNCIL MEMBERS

BESS LINDAHL

President, Housing & Care Advisor- Care and Keeping, LLC.

Bess has spent most of her life supporting and caring for seniors. She owns Care and Keeping as a housing and care advisor helping seniors and their families through the process of moving to a care community. Learn more...

KATIE CHERMAN

Vice-Chair, Broker, Senior Real Estate Specialist

Katie is a licensed Realtor and Certified Senior Real Estate Specialist based in Portland, Oregon - her hometown and favorite place to be! She understands that buying or selling a home is not just a transaction but a significant life transition. With a particular passion for supporting the senior community, Katie is dedicated to providing exceptional service during these pivotal moments. Her approach combines clear communication, effective project management, and comprehensive education, ensuring her clients feel informed, empowered, and central to every decision. Learn more...

JAMIE LEVIN

Treasurer, Social Engagement Specialist- Conversation & Company, LLC.

As an aging specialist and former psychotherapist, Jamie Levin has been helping older adults navigate periods of transition, loss, and loneliness for over 10 years. She is deeply committed to working with the elderly. Learn more...

MELISSA SWIONTEK

Secretary - Aging Life Care Manager®- Passionate Healthcare Advocacy & Wellness, LLC and Occupational Therapist

Melissa is passionate about helping seniors age in place, prevent falls, and live their best life. As a care manager for seniors, she focuses on helping adult children and spouses identify the optimal care needs for their loved ones. Learn more...

WHITNEY ZEIGLER

Certified Professional Organizer© & Rightsizing Coach- Big Rocks Organizing, LLC

Whitney and her amazing team specialize in assisting older adults through life transitions and thriving in their homes. They specialize in rightsizing/downsizing, home organizing, packing/unpacking, move management, and estate clearouts. Learn more...

SUZANNE ROWE

Guardian & Fiduciary Specialist- Summit Fiduciary Services, LLC.

Suzanne is a champion for seniors. In 2019 Suzanne began her professional fiduciary business. As a former paralegal and assistant to the Public Guardian Offices in Illinois where she was able to combine her passion for the law with advocating for seniors and the disabled. Learn more...

NORA KING

Medicare Plan Specialist- Nora King Insurance, LLC.

Nora is a local agent/broker based in Hillsboro, Oregon. She began offering Medicare plans over 25 years ago and is licensed in Oregon, Washington, and California. Her area of expertise is helping people navigate the complexities of Medicare and Medicare Plans. Learn more...

JENNIFER TRUNDY

Elder Law Attorney- Rose Elder Law, LLC

Jennifer earned degrees from the University of Oregon and Willamette University College of Law. Her mission in the practice of law is to honor, educate, and protect her client's rights through her focus on estate planning, long-term care planning, and Medicaid qualification. Learn more...

DR. ALIA ALHUMAID

Private Geriatric Medicine Consultative Practice- Evergreen Geriatrics, LLC

Alia Alhumaid, MD, founded Evergreen Geriatrics, LLC, a private geriatric medicine practice in Lake Oswego, OR. At Evergreen Geriatrics, Dr. Alhumaid strives to provide patients with the high-quality, comprehensive, holistic care that is necessary to promote optimal and healthy aging! Learn more...

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MARYANN GIUNTA

End-of-Life Doula- Evening Star End-of-Life Doula Services, LLC

The unexpected terminal diagnosis of her father, resulting in his death at home 15 months later, offered Maryann the opportunity to utilize her therapeutic skills beyond the “curative” realm of the medical world. Being bedside for her loved one during active dying, she discovered her ability to be present during end-of-life transition. Learn more...