Lauren Kessler, LCSW
Meet Me
Dari Dedicated is powered by our team of Care Guides (caregiving experts) who help families manage the physical, emotional, and logistical needs of caring for a loved one who is aging or has special needs
When Dari Digital Assistant just isn’t enough, there’s Dari Dedicated. Dari Dedicated gives families access to dedicated Care Guides to work through more complex issues one-on-one
Examples of ways that our Care Guides can help include, but are not limited to:
Navigating medical needs and concerns, such as doctors appointments, physical therapy services, hospitalizations, transportation, etc.
Help understanding different senior care housing options and/or arranging home care
Locating community and government-based benefits, resources, and services for which you are eligible
Exploring and arranging meal delivery, medication delivery, durable medical equipment, age-appropriate exercise equipment, personal care products, and more
Helping families understand the intricacies of challenging health issues and what to expect as things progress
Providing emotional support through life's challenges and transitions, especially surrounding grief and loss
Click the plus sign to learn more about each of our Care Guides featured below!
Lauren Kessler, LCSW
Meet Me
Experience
12 years
Education
Master's from Loyola University Chicago
Specialties
Lauren was born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago. A mother of 2, she loves traveling, seeing live music (including her husband, who is a singer/songwriter), and spending quality time with her close friends, family, and new puppy, Harry.
Adriana Medina, MSW, LSW
Meet Me
Experience
3 years
Education
Master's from Dominican University
Specialties
Adriana was born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago. She enjoys reading, traveling, and spending quality time with her close-knit family, including her small dogs. She is an ongoing learner, embracing any opportunity to learn something new, especially by attending a cultural event or exploring a new place.
Melissa Vela, LCSW
Meet Me
Experience
5 years
Education
Master's from Loyola University Chicago
Specialties
Melissa was born and raised in Chicago, where she currently resides. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching shows and films, reading, going on nature walks, and traveling.
Ciara Smith, MSW
Meet Me
Experience
8 years
Education
Master's from Northeastern Illinois University
Specialties
Ciara was born and raised in Chicago, IL where she currently resides with her son. Ciara enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, listening to music, reading and writing.