Celebrating 20 years of serving the North Texas areaCelebrating 20 years of serving the North Texas area
We are registered nurses, social workers, certified care managers, and certified dementia practitioners. We come from oncology, ICU, hospice, health systems, national aging organizations, social work, long-term care and legal backgrounds and bring together decades of experience to address our clients’ care and support needs, each in a unique and individualized way.
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Angela is a master's trained nurse with over 50 years of experience. In 2006 she founded Caring with Grace in Dallas to share her passion, knowledge, and experience helping seniors, adults with disabilities, and their families navigate the challenges of aging.
Tina Lott is the Director of Care Management at Caring with Grace, bringing more than 30 years of experience in healthcare, care management, nonprofit leadership, and strategic program development. As the youngest member of a large family, Tina has personally guided parents, siblings, and extended family through Medicare, Medicaid, long-term care insurance, housing decisions, and the financial realities of aging, experience she now brings to every client family. She leads and mentors the Caring with Grace team across complex cases, helping older adults, adults with disabilities, and families navigate the health care system with clarity and confidence. Tina previously served four years as Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Association and owned and operated her own care management company for 14 years; she was also an early advocate for the person-centered care model in long-term care and developed both a “Care at Home” program and a “Home Technology” program for a large hospital system. Tina has been a member of the Aging Life Care Association® for more than 11 years, serves with its South Central Chapter, holds Care Management Certification, and is a longtime member of the Dallas Area Gerontological Society.
Beth Hohfeler is a Care Manager and licensed social worker with extensive experience in oncology and chronic illness across both medical and nonprofit settings. She earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a BA in Social Work from Baylor University. Beth is skilled in psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, and continuity-of-care planning, serving as an advocate for clients navigating today's complex medical system. She brings both professional and personal caregiving experience to her work, helping clients achieve the highest possible quality of life and independence for as long as possible. Beth is an advanced professional member of the Aging Life Care Association® and the Dallas Area Gerontological Society.
Kristina Skipper is a Care Manager and registered nurse with over 30 years of clinical experience, including acute care in the ICU, ER, and CCU. She earned her BSN from Columbia University School of Nursing in New York City and has worked with physicians, private clinics, and private-duty nursing, most recently within a geriatrics unit at a local medical center. Kristina's deep nursing background aligns closely with the needs of Caring with Grace clients. She is a professional member of the Aging Life Care Association® and the Dallas Area Gerontological Society.
Amy Schulte is a Care Manager and registered nurse with 20 years of clinical experience across ICU, ER, hospice, and skilled rehabilitation and long-term care settings. She earned her BSN from Baylor University School of Nursing and later managed a private care department of up to 60 staff for a nonprofit case management organization. Amy brings both professional expertise and personal caregiving experience to her work, helping clients achieve the highest possible quality of life and independence. She is a professional member of the Aging Life Care Association® and the Dallas Area Gerontological Society.
Jennifer Dooley is a Care Manager and Certified Dementia Practitioner with a nursing background rooted in military and international service. She earned a BA in Nursing from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota, and was commissioned into the United States Air Force, serving 10 years as an Air Force Nurse in Texas, Germany, and Idaho, including as charge nurse of a large outpatient clinic managing more than 6,000 patients a month. After the Air Force, Jennifer served as embassy nurse at the U.S. Embassy in Brazil. She is passionate about nutrition and wellness and volunteers with the Tarrant County Medical Reserve Corps. Jennifer is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, a member of the Aging Life Care Association®, and the Tarrant Area Gerontological Society.
Kristen Jackson is a Care Manager and registered nurse with nearly 20 years of experience, including post-surgical and inpatient rehabilitation nursing at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio and NYU Medical Center in New York City. A graduate of the University of the Incarnate Word, Kristen was drawn to geriatric nursing through her close bond with her grandmothers and their experiences with hospice and long-term care. She has served as Director of Nursing at skilled nursing facilities for more than seven years and holds certifications in Assisted Living and Legal Nurse Consulting, and continues to consult on legal cases and long-term/home care compliance. Kristen is active at St. Rita Catholic Community, bringing communion to the sick and homebound and educating on dementia and end-of-life care. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, a professional member of the Aging Life Care Association®, and a member of the Dallas Area Gerontological Society.
Jennifer Eakins is a Care Manager and Certified Dementia Practitioner with more than 20 years of health care experience, including working directly with Kenneth H. Cooper, M.D., founder of the renowned Cooper Aerobics Center in Dallas. There, she advocated for patients' health and wellness, supervised exercise physiologists, and coordinated preventive and primary care with physicians and other providers. Jennifer brings this depth of experience to her role as an Aging Life Care Manager®, advocating for and supporting clients and families through the journey of aging well. She earned a BA in Exercise Physiology from the University of Texas at Arlington and is an associate member of the Aging Life Care Association® and a member of the Dallas Area Gerontological Society.
Marcie Leal is a Care Manager and registered nurse whose critical-care background includes years of experience in CCU and ICU settings, home health care, and school nursing. She earned a BS in Human Development and Family Studies from Texas Tech University and her nursing degree from Methodist Hospital School of Nursing. Marcie's commitment to nursing was shaped by her personal experience caring for her grandfather after a life-altering accident, which continues to drive her passion for improving clients' lives. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and an affiliate partner of the Aging Life Care Association®.
Stephanie Linder is a Care Manager and Certified Dementia Practitioner with over 25 years of experience as a speech-language pathologist, treating patients from young children through older adults. She earned a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and a Bachelor's degree in Communication Arts and Sciences, both from Baylor University. Stephanie spent much of her career in long-term care facilities across East Texas, most recently serving as Director of Rehabilitation at Buckner Baptist Village. Advocating for older adults is her passion, and she brings her whole heart to supporting clients as part of the Caring with Grace team. She is an affiliate partner of the Aging Life Care Association®.
Andrea Meller is a Care Manager and licensed social worker who combines a background in law with a passion for serving older adults. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington with a focus on aging, a Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Texas at Austin, and a BA in History from the University of Houston. Andrea practiced as a litigation attorney in San Antonio before relocating to the DFW area, later interning as a court visitor for the Tarrant County Probate Court. She specializes in needs assessments, adult guardianship evaluations, and coordinating resources for aging in place and continuing-care transitions. A longtime volunteer with Meals on Wheels and her local church, Andrea also visits homebound older adults and provides respite care for special-needs caregivers. She is an associate member of the Aging Life Care Association® and a member of the Tarrant Area Gerontological Society and Dallas Area Gerontological Society.
Susan Richards is a Care Manager and Certified Dementia Practitioner with over 17 years of healthcare experience spanning pediatrics to geriatrics. Before joining Caring with Grace, she supported patients in the concierge medicine program at Cooper Clinic, following training as a Medical Assistant and earning an Associate of Arts in Healthcare Administration. Her background in concierge care allows her to build individualized care plans centered on each client's priorities, guiding families through the challenges of aging, illness, and disability. Outside of work, Susan enjoys the outdoors and time with her husband and two adult daughters. She is an affiliate partner of the Aging Life Care Association® and a member of the North Texas Area Gerontological Society and the Dallas Area Gerontological Society.
Leslie McCabe brings warmth, patience, and a lifelong love of people to her role as a Thoughtful Engagement Specialist, where she provides personalized social enrichment for aging adults and meaningful support for their families. A Texas Christian University graduate with a Bachelor of Social Work, Leslie spent over a decade working in her children's school—first as a teaching assistant, then in the Office of Admission—experience that sharpened her gift for listening, problem-solving, and helping others feel valued.
After losing both her father and her father-in-law, Leslie discovered a deep, natural connection with aging adults and the families walking alongside them. She loves hearing life stories, honoring the wisdom and humor of older adults, and reminding them that their experiences still matter. For families seeking dementia support or navigating the challenges of caring for aging parents, Leslie offers compassionate, personalized engagement that brings connection, confidence, and joy.
Karen Cole is Director of Operations and Finance at Caring with Grace, a role she has held for more than 14 years overseeing the operations that keep the organization running smoothly for clients and families. Her responsibilities span human resources, compliance, billing and revenue cycle management, payroll, financial planning, and tax oversight. With more than 30 years of professional experience in information technology, project management, and financial systems, Karen brings precision and integrity to every aspect of the organization's finances and operations. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Information Systems and Quantitative Business Analysis from Baylor University. While families may not interact with Karen directly, her work behind the scenes, from accurate billing to seamless service coordination, allows the Caring with Grace care management team to focus fully on delivering compassionate care throughout Dallas and North Texas.
Melissa Higginbotham is the Intake Specialist and Director of Marketing at Caring with Grace, and often the first person families speak with when exploring care options for an aging or disabled loved one, or for themselves. She brings multi-industry business experience, personal experience as a family caregiver, and a BBA from Baylor University to every conversation. During an initial call, Melissa listens to your family's challenges, assesses existing support from family or friends, and helps determine whether a personalized care management plan is the right fit, explaining how a care manager can advocate for and improve outcomes throughout the care journey. To learn more or schedule a complimentary 30-minute consultation, call Melissa at 214-775-9969.
Our team maintains active memberships and credentials with the organizations that set the standards for our profession.
