Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Carmo Ribeiro. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Carmo , thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Crazy stuff happening is almost as certain as death and taxes – it’s technically “unexpected” but something unexpected happening is to be expected and so can you share a crazy story with our readers

We have been helping a lady for few years and close to her 100th birthday we found out she was one of the Rosie the Riveter during the war. We connected with a local Rosie the Riveter chapter, and we were able to plan a party for this lady in front of her house during the pandemic. We showed up with signs, balloon’s and we have some ladies dressed like Rosie. We sang and clap together. It was a special moment to see her face waving to us like a queen from her front window. Unforgettable!

Carmo , love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

At Seniors Helping Seniors® SE MI – , we have a passion for meeting the needs of seniors in a way that provides both dignity and a sense of camaraderie. Carmo Ribeiro Ph.D firmly believe we can do that through serving seniors in our community, .

Compassion and caring are the driving forces behind Seniors Helping Seniors® services of Eastern Washtenaw and Western Wayne Counties. “We want to know the seniors in our community are being well-cared for by compassionate, caring, loving, understanding, and joyful people,” said Carmo. “By matching seniors who truly want to help with seniors who need assistance, we are confident in the care that is being provided.”

The peer-to-peer care offered by Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home services allows seniors the opportunity to give back to their community. Often, long- lasting relationships are formed with the seniors for whom they care. At the same time, seniors who need a little help receive that care from someone whom they can trust and with whom they feel comfortable. Family members are able to spend quality time with their loved ones, knowing that their day-to-day needs are being met in a compassionate, caring and loving way.

Carmo is originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil and moved to Michigan 25 years ago as part of a job transfer opportunity. He earned his PhD in Technology Management from Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, had a long career in corporations and now is full time dedicated in helping Seniors in SE MI. Carmo is an active member of Grace. “I feel so blessed to be part of something that brings people together in such a loving way,” said Carmo. “Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home care allows us to give back, expand our circle of friends, provide care and support for those who need us and serve the senior community as a whole.”

Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?

I had acquired this business with a partner more than 10 years ago. The partner decided to departure after three years. I kept the business open providing limited service while I was working full time in a corporation. Now I am working full time on the business and the business growing continuously. When you believe in what you preach is easy to keep going.

How’d you build such a strong reputation within your market?

I believe the relationship built with our clients and family members has been paramount to build our reputation. In this type of business, we gain trust with time and word of mouth.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://seniorcarewestland.com/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/senior-helping-seniors-se-mi/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true

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