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As a Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Life Coach, and Certified Specialist in Exercise Therapy, Linda’s background includes working with the senior population within a physical therapy clinic, medical/geriatric massage center, and chiropractic wellness center.   Linda is certified in CPR & first aid.   She holds a dementia care course certificate from Johns Hopkins University through Coursera, providing her with specialized knowledge about the impact of dementia on individuals, caregivers, and communities.  As a Licensed Massage Therapist, she has been background checked and finger printed with the FDLE.  

She was a caregiver for her beloved husband that passed away in 2017 and a caregiver 

for her dear mother as well.  Presently, Linda offers in-home non-medical companion caregiving and personal care assistance for seniors in the Pinellas County area.  She assists clients with daily living activities and other tasks to promote independence, dignity, and quality of life.  Her excellent communication and interpersonal  skills together with the ability to work independently and as part of an inter-disciplinary team, make her an asset to the client care team program.  Linda conducts an initial consultation which includes:  completion of a client health history intake, interview with client/family members, clarification of the client's needs, recommendations regarding safety and wellness, and arrangement of the weekly schedule and payment arrangements. 

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts & Sciences from Bridgewater State University, and has completed extensive post-baccalaureate & graduate coursework in speech-language pathology, anatomy & physiology, neurological pathology, and diagnostics & assessment at the University of South Florida.  Linda's educational background and work experience enhances her ability to better understand and support individuals with neurological conditions including ALS, MS, and Parkinson's disease.  Lastly, beyond her formal education, she has been studying nutrition and healthy meal planning and preparation for over 30 years. 

Linda Ellis, Companion Caregiver and Personal Care Assistant

Phone:  727.580.0128      (text or voicemail)

Email:   lindaelliswellness@gmail.com

MA  30688