Jennifer Pilz

About Jennifer Pilz

I am a certified care manager and aging life care professional with over 25 years of…

Experience

1. Elder Care Specialist and Caregiving Expert

   Sam

   Apr 2025 — Present

   At SAM, I partner with families who are navigating the complex and emotional journey of aging — often while raising children of their own. As a licensed physical therapist and Aging Life Care® professional with over 25 years of experience, I provide the calm, clarity, and clinical insight families need when caring for aging loved ones feels overwhelming.What sets my work apart is that I live this too. As part of the sandwich generation, I understand the real-life tug-of-war between parenting and caregiving — the fear of making the wrong decision, the stress of family dynamics, and the exhaustion that comes with doing it all. I bring that personal perspective into every interaction with the families I serve.At SAM, my focus includes:Personalized care consultations for families in transitionDementia education and coaching rooted in empathy and evidenceLong-term care planning that balances medical needs, values, and financesEmpowering adult children — especially women — to lead caregiving efforts without burning outWhether I’m helping families plan for a crisis or proactively map out future care, my approach is grounded in compassion, practical tools, and unwavering support. I believe no one should have to navigate elder care alone — and that the best decisions come when you\'re surrounded by trusted guidance.I’m proud to be part of a team that believes aging should never be faced alone — and that every family deserves thoughtful, personalized support.

Education

• University of Florida

  Graduate Certificate in Geriatric Care Management

  2014

• Babson College

  Certificate of entrepreneurship, Goldman Sachs 10,000 small business program

  2023

• Simmons University

  Master's degree, Physical Therapy/Therapist

  1997 — 1999

• Michigan State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Physiology, General

  1991 — 1995

Skills

• Medicare
• Physician Relations
• Home Care
• Healthcare Management
• Care Planning
• Health Education
• Acute Care
• Case Management
• Healthcare
• Elder Care
• Wellness
• Presentation Skills
• Hospitals
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Public Speaking
• Patient Advocacy
• Medicaid
• Care Coordination
• Rehabilitation