Daphne grew up in East Africa and Canada where she received a BA in psychology. She received her nursing diploma in Toronto and worked in the acute care setting for many years. She relocated to Washington to be closer to her family and continued to work in acute care. Daphne went back to school to earn her Master of Nursing from the Catholic University of America in 1993. Daphne is a member of the Virginia Nurses Association and the Home Healthcare Nurses Association. With over 20 years of experience interfacing with the healthcare system, Daphne is passionate about using her nursing skills to advocate on behalf of every client. Her work experience includes:
• Assistant coordinator of a unit in Geriatrics
• Home care
• Adult day care
• Leader of an Alzheimer’s support group
Daphne believes working as part of an interdisciplinary team is the key to success. She enjoys communicating with elderly adults and their families, especially in times of crisis, and is known for meeting challenges head-on with intelligence and grace.
This is who you want in your corner during a crisis; She is the calm in the storm.
Daphne is married, has four children and a dog. In her spare time, Daphne enjoys gardening, cooking, knitting, exercising, and traveling.