Meet Our Team

Ariel Rosenbaum, LCSW-S, C-ASWCM, TxCG
Geriatric Care Manager
Email: ariel@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Ariel knew early on that she enjoyed working with seniors and helping others. She received her undergraduate degree in Social Work from Georgia State University. While working on her degree she also received a Certificate in Gerontology. After graduating Ariel went to The University of Georgia where she earned her Masters of Social Work degree.

After beginning her Social Work career in Atlanta, Georgia, Ariel relocated to Austin. She began working for a hospice and home health company. In 2010, while still working as a hospice social worker, Ariel started Texas Family Services (TFS). TFS was founded to help families find housing options for seniors. Ariel had already toured and worked in many of the communities so it was a natural fit.

In 2013 Ariel expanded TFS to include Senior Services of Austin which specializes in Geriatric Care Management services. In 2013 Ariel’s grandfather’s illness found her helping to navigate the complexities of his care. The guidance she provided in managing long-term care insurance, private caregivers, and the medical professionals helped to alleviate family stress. Throughout this personal experience, Ariel recognized how important care management services are to seniors and their families.

Sara Tucker, LCSW-S, TxCG
Director of Care Management
Email: sara@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Sara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Supervisor who holds a bachelor’s degree in Latin American Studies from Tulane University. She also earned a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin, where she received specialized training in gerontology through the Gerontology Resources and the Aging Community in Education (GRACE) program. Sara’s experience includes providing care management for older adults and working with people and families impacted by a dementia diagnosis.

Dee Dee Diaz, LMSW
Geriatric Care Manager
Email: deedee@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Dee Dee received her bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies and a minor’s degree in gerontology from Colorado State University. She earned a Master’s of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin with specialized training in working with older adults through the Gerontology Resources and the Aging Community in Education (GRACE) program. Her experience includes providing admissions and social services within long-term care facilities, assisting with discharge planning in hospital settings, and providing services for individuals and families who are impacted by a cancer diagnosis.

Alyssa Ybarra, LMSW, TxCG
Care Manager
Email: alyssa@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Alyssa received her bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Texas at Austin. She earned a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Alyssa’s experience includes providing case management to families and individuals in long-term facilities, and providing individual and group support to those in long-term care

Amelia Card, LMSW
Care Manager
Email: amelia@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Erica Schmidt, LCSW-S
Director of Operations
Email: erica@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Erica is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Supervisor who holds a bachelor’s degree in Plan I Honors from The University of Texas at Austin. She also earned a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin, where she received specialized training in gerontology through the Gerontology Resources and the Aging Community in Education (GRACE) program. With experience in both outpatient and inpatient hospice care, as well as social services within a continuum of care senior living community, she is well-educated and well-resourced to support older adults in the Greater Austin area.

Nanci W Kahn, RN
Care Manager
Email: nanci@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Nanci received her RN degree from Harper College in Palatine, Illinois. She also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Indiana University. Her entire nursing career has focused on providing quality care to seniors and support to their family members. Her experience extends from hospitals, to skilled nursing facilities, to in home care. Her passion lies with providing comprehensive in-home assessment and care plan to identify the client’s needs working with the client, family members, care givers, and doctors.

Jennifer Frank, LMSW
Care Manager
Email: jennifer@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Jen Collins, RN
Care Manager
Email: jen@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Lisa Ponce, RN
Care Manager
Email: lisa@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Courtney Colston
MSW Clinical Intern
Email: courtney@seniorservicesofaustin.com

Courtney earned a bachelor’s degree at a small school in Northern California. She is now pursuing a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin as a part of the Gerontology Resources and the Aging Community in Education (GRACE) Program. Her background includes extensive work with older adults, particularly in the space of healthcare, fueling her commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors through compassionate care.