About Us
Our staff and caregivers take great pride in going above and beyond for the seniors and families they care for, providing a broad range of home care services to clients in 50+ townships in Connecticut.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide a broad range of services which promote independent living and help to maintain each client in his/her home environment as long as possible. Through these services, elder adults will be able to live their lives at the highest level of quality possible, maintain dignity, hold onto their assets, and stay healthier – both in mind and body.
- We are invested in setting higher standards when it comes to assisting seniors who choose to live and thrive at home.
- The highest standards were set a long time ago, when we cared for our own family. We understand what it feels like to want something better for your parents. We started this business because we couldn’t find the kind of care that was right for our grandfather. We felt that someone could do better. So we did.
- CT is our home and we are invested in our community for the long term - building more offices, investing in more employees, supporting more families. In fact, we are the largest family-owned in-home care provider in CT.
- We are highly recognized as Connecticut’s provider of choice, as well as for our award-winning services for both client & employee satisfaction and as a leader in the industry.
- All of our staff are screened, employed, insured, trained and supervised by Assisted Living Services, Inc.
- Our caregivers work more like care squads. Our Care Managers + Caregivers work together as a team to provide clients with the highest standards in care and peace of mind. We support our caregivers 24/7 plus provide unannounced visits to ensure authentic and consistent evaluations, care and client satisfaction.
- Our caregivers are highly trained and experienced. They are also highly giving and compassionate human beings, supporting seniors’ day to day needs, including feelings of independence, dignity and respect. We believe that a genuine desire to improve another person’s quality of life is as important as training and innovation.
- Our caregiver training is always ahead of the average provider. We believe going beyond standards sets higher standards for everyone. Like our employees. With training modules and ongoing support as well continued education throughout employment, our caregivers feel confident and empowered to go above and beyond for the people they care for and thrive in a career they love.
- Plan on in-home senior care that is customized just for you and your family.
- We begin by meeting with our seniors and their families. We listen. We to get to know you and gain a better understanding of how we can best support you on every level.
- We focus on caring for the whole person, enriching the lives of their clients physically, mentally, and emotionally.
- Our customized care process is designed to ensure the highest success in matching our clients with the right caregiver best suited to support their needs, from day one of care.
- We are here for you 24/7. Our on-call management team and staff are available 7 days a week, so when you call, you’ll have one or two people you always talk to, not just a random operator.
- Our caregivers are also highly giving and compassionate human beings. So it’s not uncommon when we hear that one of them has been mentioned in an obituary along with family and close friends. Many of our caregivers have worked with us for over 10 years or more. To us, they’re an extension of our family.
- The benefits of in-home senior care extend beyond seniors. We care for your whole family, too. It’s not just our seniors who feel more confident and independent with our support. It’s their daughters, sons, family, and friends who’ve been caring for them who are able to go about living their own life too.
Our History
Leadership Team
Ron D’Aquila
CEO & Co-Owner
Ron has 30 years of Community Health and Management experience. He is the former Director of Emergency Services at MidState Medical Center and also worked at Yale New Haven Hospital’s Trauma Center. Ron attended Quinnipiac University, and the University of Hartford where he attained a Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing. He’s the “go to” guy on questions related to funding sources, business operations, and home care trends.
Sharon D’Aquila
CFO & Co-Owner
Sharon has previous experience working at the Connecticut State Police, Veterans Memorial Medical Center, and the former Meriden Orthopedics Group. She is a graduate of Briarwood College. She founded Assisted Living Services, Inc. in 1996. In her role as owner she is very active in working with prospective and current clients to make sure they get the best services. She is very quick to make a visit to a private home or Assisted Living Community and she never hesitates to discuss and resolve problems. Sharon can relate well to the needs of caregivers because she was the primary caregiver for her grandfather who suffered from Alzheimers’ Disease. Sharon is very active in the local community, for example she serves on the Board of Directors for the Meriden Child Guidance Clinic, and is a member of the Connecticut Coalition on Aging.
Mario D’Aquila
COO & Co-Owner
Mario is the Chief Operating Officer for Assisted Living Services, Inc. , Senior Vice President of Assisted Living Technologies, Inc., and Managing Member of My Guardian Angel PRS, LLC. Mario has previous experience working in project management for mid/large construction companies in CT. He has a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Construction Management from Central Connecticut State University and has earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Southern Connecticut State University.
Mario is responsible for helping both Assisted Living Services, Inc. and all affiliated companies look for new ways to grow and to have a positive impact on each company’s long-term future. He has experience with business strategy, mergers & acquisitions, as well as company formation.
Nick D’Aquila
CIO & Co-Owner
Nick is the Chief Information Officer for Assisted Living Services, Inc. and Vice President of Assisted Living Technologies, Inc. Nick has a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Construction Management from Central Connecticut State University and has earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Central Connecticut State University. He utilizes information and technology as a driver for business success.
Tom Daly
Regional Director/General Manager/Director of Quality Assurance
Tom has worked at Assisted Living Services since 2004. He previously worked at Gaylord Hospital almost 15 years and has a BA Degree in Biology from Wooster College and a Masters of Science Degree in Exercise Physiology from Springfield College.
As Regional Director/General Manager Tom oversees and manages the Cheshire branch which includes direct management of daily operations, maintaining quality service delivery and employee supervision. As General Manager Tom plays a key role in growth strategy, planning and policy development, as well as the overall financial performance and company culture. As Director of Quality Assurance to help assure quality of services throughout the organization.
Julie Cruz
Director of The Adult Family Living Program/Director of Education.
Julie Cruz is a registered nurse and a Certified Senior Advisor. Licensed in CT. She is the director of the Adult Family Living Program and The Education/Staff Development Department for Assisted Living Home Care Services in Cheshire. Her nursing experience spans for over 30+ years with the last decade dedicated to geriatric care. Julie has extensive experience in home care, serving as an Executive Director, RN Clinical Supervisor, Staff Development Nurse, RN Clinical Liaison, and RN Case Manager. In the senior living industry, Julie is experienced as a Director of Health and Wellness, Regional Director of Clinical Specialists and RN Designee which helps her to enable clients to make informed decisions on independent living, assisted living or memory care. When not devoting her time to helping seniors and their families, Julie spends time raising her two 9-month-old kittens- Mia and Gia in her home in North Branford. Julie enjoys time with family and friends and volunteering as she believes that service to others is the ultimate gift one can give.
Lynne Talbot
Director of Marketing and Community Outreach
In her role at Assisted Living Services, Inc., Lynne works to promote the very best in Home Care Services for all service lines and programs. She has worked for Assisted Living Services since 2005 and leads our Marketing team, overseeing all marketing, promotional and social media initiatives for the Company. Lynne also collaborates closely with our SEO and Web team to ensure the effectiveness of all web-based initiatives. She frequently meets with prospective clients to arrange for services as well as current clients and affiliated professionals.
Lynne has previous experience in Business Management with Assisted Living Communities in addition to working as a Senior Administrator with The City of Waterbury, Dept of Public Health. She has a B.A. in Marketing from Central CT. State University. Lynne is also a Certified Dementia Care Practitioner, CDP.
Amy L. Cormier
Human Resources Director
Amy has more than 20 years of Human Resources experience. Her career in Human Resources began when she was in High School while working for the Hartford Insurance Group. In addition, she held the position of Human Resources Manager for two Post-Secondary Vocational Schools.
Amy attained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications with a Concentration in Public Relations from Central Connecticut State University. She is responsible for managing the Employee Life Cycle, (i.e., Recruit, Onboard, Develop, Retain and Offboard) the Payroll and administering Employee Benefits. She enjoys building and maintaining good relationships with all whom she comes in contact with, whether it be a potential candidate, an employee or a customer. As the Human Resources Director, she plays a key role in developing, reinforcing and changing the culture of the organization.
Terri Ducharme
Regional Director
Terri Ducharme brings over 24 years of compassionate, hands-on experience in home care to her role as Regional Director of the Eastern Region, based in our Putnam office. With a nursing career dedicated to serving individuals from birth to over 100 years of age, Terri has developed a deep understanding of the diverse and evolving needs of our clients and their families.
In her leadership role, Terri oversees branch operations and the teams within her assigned region. Her responsibilities include driving growth strategies, contributing to company policy development, supporting long-term planning efforts, and nurturing a strong, values-driven company culture. Her dual background in Early Childhood Education and Nursing uniquely positions her to offer well-rounded insight and guidance across all age groups.
Terri is also passionate about community outreach and provides in-person consultations to ensure that individuals receive the care and support they need to age in place with dignity and comfort.
John O’Brian
Regional Director
John serves as the Regional Director for the Westport branch. John provides the oversight to the operations of the branch, ensuring that clients and caregivers are supported for a seamless experience. John’s focus in his role includes quality assurance for clients, and ensuring our caregivers have the support needed to provide exemplary service to our clients. Previously, John served as a Memory Care Director and Home Care Director both in the state and private sectors and specializes in Dementia Care and is currently finishing his PhD in Organizational Management. John currently lives in Waterbury with his wife Megan and his daughter Mia.
Andrew Sylvester
Controller
Andrew comes to Assisted Living Services with more than 25 years of Finance and Accounting experience under the Health Care umbrella while holding titles at the Executive and Director level. He holds degrees from Mitchell College and Merrimack College.
In his role as Controller, Andrew is responsible for all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecast preparation, financial risk management as well as the development and implementation of internal control policies and procedures.
Member Organizations & Awards
* Our company is a credentialed provider with the CT Homecare Program for Elders. This program is administered through the Department of Social Services for seniors who are eligible for the state Medicaid program.
