February 22, 2010 – WEST HARTFORD, CT – Companions for Living, a West-Hartford based agency that provides home care services for seniors and people with disabilities, has announced significant business changes. Elaine Reid has been appointed to the newly created position of Director, Business Development. Companions for Living has also moved its corporate offices to 1216 Farmington Avenue, Suite 202 in West Hartford, and announced plans to expand its services beyond Greater Hartford.
Elaine Reid’s new role with Companions for Living will include expanding its marketplace to serve the New Haven area. Elaine has a diverse professional background, having worked in the local business community and overseas for more than 15 years. Prior to joining Companions for Living, Elaine was sales and marketing manager for Datahal, LLC of Canton, CT. She previously managed the export trade group of HSBC Equator in sub-Saharan Africa. Her experience includes customer service, problem solving, marketing, compliance, sales, project management and human resources.
Elaine brings to her work with seniors and disabled individuals the personal experience of having two family members who struggled with debilitating illnesses, which instilled in her a passion for creating change within the healthcare system. She firmly believes in helping families, so that their loved ones may lead engaged and vital lives. A native of Suffield and current resident of West Hartford, Elaine serves on the Board of Directors and the Ambassador Committee for the West Hartford Chamber of Commerce. She is a graduate of Capitol Community College, presently is pursuing a degree in business administration from the University of Hartford, and received certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Companions for Living helps people remain in their own homes, safely and independently, while exploring interests and hobbies that support a healthy and vital lifestyle. Caregivers provide companion, housekeeping and shopping services. Additionally, through its Re-NEWSM process, Companions for Living encourages and engages clients in a wide variety of activities designed to keep them active and involved in their community. On quarterly evaluation surveys, Companions for Living clients and family members have rated their caregivers with a 4.8 out of a possible 5 in "excellence in quality of life improvement." For more information, visit www.companionsforliving.com.
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