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About Golden Steps

We are a cooperative of well-trained home companions that walk alongside men and women in their Golden Age. We handle their daily non-medical tasks and help them to get around step-by-step, keeping them safe and caring for them as if they were family.

Since we are worker-owned, we seek to provide high quality service at an affordable price to allow those we serve to lead safer and happier lives at home, giving them the comfort of knowing that they are not alone and their loved ones the peace-of-mind that they are in good hands.

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Meet the Members

All members have completed a 12-week training that included the following:

They have instituted a training committee that assesses for new learning needs within the cooperative and plans for monthly workshops, trainings, and seminars.

Developmental stages of late life

Anti-Oppression and Cultural Competency
Topics related to Depression among the elderly
How to detect signs of Alzheimer’s disease
Elder abuse prevention and intervention
Activities and Exercises that can be utilized to stimulate an elder person’s physical, emotional, cognitive and mental condition.
Skill building training on effective and positive communication between companion, elder client, family members and other caretakers.

References:

Each member has 3 references available upon request.
Members have received a physical examination.

Lilian Hernandez

My name is Lilian Hernandez and I became a Golden steps member in 2022. Working as a caregiver has given me the chance to give to the community and be there for those who need me the most. I have learned so much ever since I started working at Golden steps and I am eager to learn more and more each day.

I am committed, caring and hard working. In the near future I see myself being more involved in the community by being part of different groups/committees so I can keep educating myself. I want to continue to make a difference in someone’s life.

Angelina Cazares

My name is Angelina Cazares, I have been a member of Golden Steps since 2013.

I enjoy working with seniors because I learn a lot from them, each client has given me a unique learning experience. I feel that this type of work is very humanitarian and I enjoy doing it.

In about 5 years I see this cooperative with more mimbras and more clients.

Anallely Corona

Entered in 2022 at Golden Steps. I like and satisfy my HHA (Home Health Aide) Profession.

Since it has given me the opportunity to evolve as a human and professional being, in addition to being a support tool for older adults and for all human beings who require my help and care. Providing dignified attention and improving their Quality of Live with the maximum respect, affection and empathy. I see myself in the future with discipline and perseverance owning my own business, in addition to continuing to work in the field of Health and Medicine as a Professional Specialized in Physical Therapy and Biomagnetic Medicine.

Mercedes Rodriguez

I became a Golden Steps member in 2013. What I like most about my job is being able to help older adults to remain independent and improve living conditions during their aging stage.

My commitment is to continue preparing myself professionally to offer a better quality of service. In the future I see myself working for the community and offering help in the social area.

Joanna Morales

I am originally from Panama City and have lived in New York City for many years. I have been a member of the Golden Steps cooperative since 2016. I enjoy my job as a caregiver because I am a very compassionate person and the fact that I am able to help someone makes me very happy. In my free time I like to listen to music, travel and visit new places.

As a woman entrepreneur, I feel fortunate to be part of a group of empowered women who, with lots of effort and commitment, formed part of a business together.

Noemi Ramirez

I am Mexican and I belong to the Golden Steps cooperative since 2018 and this has given me the opportunity to be able to walk next to someone in the sunset of his life and to be able to prepare myself to give the best of me, I like to think that I can help someone to have a quiet and safe life.

I love plants, reading, walking, and I love puppies. In the future, I see myself preparing myself to continue giving good service.

Claudia Leon

I joined the Great Team of Golden Steps in 2016. I am a caregiver, and I feel wonderfully doing this labor because a caregiver transmits daily love, company, moral support, comprehension, understanding, affection, physical help, and other positive qualities to those who are living their golden age, and this is the precise stage of our lives that we need sympathy of our congeners.

All these qualities that we can give impulse me the constant wish to improve my attention and cared for the person(s) I accompany and together walk through of way of this age of life.

Ingris Salazar

I am a Guatemalan immigrant and a proud member of Golden Steps since July 2024. I am passionate about caring for others and supporting their well-being, which inspired me to earn certifications in HHA, Alzheimer’s care, dementia, and nutrition.

I believe caregiving is more than just a job—it’s an act of love, respect, and dedication. As part of this cooperative family, I am committed to providing quality care with a human touch, leaving a lasting mark of hope in the lives of those I serve.

Miriam Joya

I love working with seniors because I helped my grandmother a lot when I was little. Later, I had the opportunity to care for my friend for 10 years who had dementia.