Blue Ridge Independence at Home’s interdisciplinary team seamlessly blends expertise, compassion, and dedication to ensure that each individual receives the preventative, primary, acute, and long-term health and personal care services they need. From clinicians to therapists, personal care aides to care coordinators, every member of our team plays a crucial role in delivering unparalleled care. Together we prioritize the health, happiness, and independence of those we serve. Join us in getting to know the passionate individuals behind our exemplary services.
Julie Landrio, MD, HMDC
Medical Director
Dr. Landrio oversees the comprehensive medical care of our participants, ensuring the highest quality of care and coordinating with other healthcare professionals in the interdisciplinary team and providers in our extensive care network.
Nicole Champney, BSN, RN
Director of Clinical Services
Nicole manages the clinical staff and ensures that patient care meets established standards, addressing any clinical concerns or challenges that arise.
Ruth Wenzel, MSN, FNP-BC, CDCES
NURSE PRACTITIONER
Ruth provides primary and specialty healthcare services to participants, managing acute and chronic conditions in close collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care.
Gina Shaw, RN
Registered Nurse
Gina coordinates and delivers personalized care to PACE participants, monitoring health status, administering medications, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support optimal health outcomes.
Jessica Connell, CNA
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jessica provides essential hands-on care to participants, assisting with daily activities and ensuring their safety and comfort.
Nicole Capizzo, CNA
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nicole provides essential hands-on care to participants, assisting with daily activities and ensuring their safety and comfort.
Jacqueline Brown, MSW
Social Worker
Jacqueline addresses the social and emotional needs of participants, offering counseling, resources, and support to both individuals and their families.
Ethan Calkins, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Ethan focuses on helping participants restore and maintain mobility and physical function through therapeutic exercises, interventions, and education.
Lauren Williams
Registered Dietitian
Lauren guides participants on nutrition and dietary needs, creating individualized meal plans to optimize health and address specific medical conditions.
Denise Wilkerson
Registered Dietitian
Denise guides participants on nutrition and dietary needs, creating individualized meal plans to optimize health and address specific medical conditions.
Christina Lyaskovskiy, MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Christina assists participants in achieving independence in daily living activities, optimizing their functional capabilities and adapting to their environments.
Angela Schroeder
Recreational Therapist
Angela designs and implements therapeutic recreational programs to enhance participants’ physical, social, and emotional well-being.
Troy Dean
Transportation Manager
Troy ensures that participants have safe and reliable transportation to and from the Blue Ridge Independence at Home PACE Center, medical appointments, and other necessary destinations.
Aaron Rodriguez
DRIVER
Aaron transports participants safely and reliably to and from the Blue Ridge Independence at Home PACE Center for medical appointments and social activities, while providing courteous and compassionate assistance as needed.
Dustin Smith
DRIVER
Dustin transports participants safely and reliably to and from the Blue Ridge Independence at Home PACE Center for medical appointments and social activities, while providing courteous and compassionate assistance as needed.
Paige Baker
Driver Escort
Paige assists participants during transportation by providing support with boarding and exiting vehicles, ensuring their comfort and safety, and offering companionship and assistance during trips to appointments and activities.
Ginger McDaniel
Center Manager
Ginger oversees the day-to-day operations of the Blue Ridge Independence at PACE Center, ensuring a smooth flow of activities, maintaining facility standards, and fostering a welcoming environment for participants.
Landa Naugle
SCHEDULER
Landa coordinates and schedules transportation and appointments for participants, including medical, therapeutic, and social activities, communicating with participants and their families.
Ben Weber
Director of Access
Ben leads the charge in promoting our services within the community. With a keen focus on outreach and engagement, he cultivates relationships and partnerships to ensure that eligible members of our community benefit from our offerings. His dedication to connecting people with the resources they need drives our mission forward, enriching lives, and fostering healthier communities.
Amanda Butler, RN
Enrollment Coordinator
Amanda oversees the enrollment process for PACE participants, guiding them through eligibility requirements and ensuring a seamless transition into the program while collaborating with team members to meet enrollment targets.
Kara Jenkins
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Kara leads the HR department for Blue Ridge Independence at Home, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and more. She also drives initiatives to enhance organizational culture, performance, and quality improvement.