Resources
Navigating healthcare options should never feel overwhelming or isolating. As an independent Registered Nurse serving Rochester, Monroe County, Wayne County, and the broader Upstate NY region, I have curated this directory of trusted local healthcare resources, integrative medicine specialists, caregiver support networks, and community wellness programs. Whether you are seeking specialized physical therapy, eldercare guidance, or holistic health solutions, these vetted local partners are here to empower your health journey and support your loved ones.
Stram Center for Integrative Medicine
The Stram Center for Integrative Medicine (Delmar, NY) is a practice that combines conventional and complementary therapies. Their team of medical doctors and licensed practitioners focuses on investigating the root cause of illness to address conditions like chronic illness, Lyme disease, pain management, and cancer support.
Physical Therapy
Restore Neurodynamics - John Salvas, PT, DPT
John Salvas offers concierge DPT services in the comfort of your home. Dr John Salvas is a Physical Therapist known for his outstanding work in the Rochester, NY area. He provides high-quality, comprehensive, compassionate care. Dr Salvas' specialties include general strength & conditioning, spine mobilization, manual therapy, neck & back pain, neurologic rehab, post-operative rehab, sports injury rehab & prevention, ergonomic assessments, home office modifications & installation, home safety evaluations, and durable medical equipment recommendation & installation. He sees clients of all age ranges, but specializes in adult care.
Impact Performance, LLC - Jessica Hainsworth, PT, DPT (Link Coming Soon)
Impact Performance is a physical therapy practice that specializes in serving equestrian riders. Dr Hainsworth is a Physical Therapist and experienced equestrian, known for providing exquisite equine-based therapy for her clients, seamlessly blending both of her passions to help them reach their health goals.
Occupational Therapy
Calm'n'Core with Patricia M Buyck Occupational Therapist, PLLC
Calm N Core is a health and wellness studio founded by Patty Buyck in the Sodus, NY area, specializing in fitness and stability programs. The business focuses on providing core strengthening and functional movement training, notably to support the aging population and promote long-term stability and health. Patty also rents rooms to private health providers in the local area. Please reach out for more details.
Rehab2Home with Taber Starowicz, OTR/L
Founded by New York–licensed Occupational Therapist Taber Starowicz, Rehab2Home provides specialized OT services across all stages of life, backed by 13 years of clinical experience. Her practice offers empathetic pelvic floor and nervous system therapy to help clients heal from pelvic dysfunction, post-procedural recovery, and fertility-related trauma. Additionally, Taber guides older adults through aging-in-place and care transitions, while delivering pediatric OT focused on sensory regulation, motor skills, and school success.
Personal Training
Fia Fitness with Brittany Sofia, CPT
Brittany Fia, CPT (Fia Fitness), is a certified personal trainer with over ten years of experience in the fitness industry. Fia Fitness is based in New York and focuses on helping clients achieve fitness goals, with a notable history of helping over 100 clients lose weight. Her approach is encouraging and personable, and she aims to motivate clients to push past perceived limitations.
Health Coaching
Everyday Wellness with Chelsea
Everyday Wellness with Chelsea Priddy is a personalized coaching program focused on holistic, food-based weight loss and long-term maintenance. Chelsea Priddy, an experienced coach, provides structured plans using common grocery store items and emphasizing whole foods. Services typically include custom weight loss plans, one-on-one coaching calls, and group support for accountability and lasting success.
Geriatric and Caregiver Support and Resources
(Upstate NY)
Lifespan | Greater Rochester Region
Lifespan of Greater Rochester is a trusted regional non-profit dedicated to helping older adults and caregivers successfully navigate the challenges of aging. Serving Monroe and surrounding counties, Lifespan offers more than 30 specialized programs, including care coordination, caregiver respite, financial guidance, transportation assistance, and wellness navigation. Their team works directly with families to lower caregiver stress, prevent elder abuse, and connect individuals with vital community resources. Ultimately, Lifespan empowers seniors to maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life at home.
Alzheimer's Association | Rochester & Finger Lakes Region Chapter
The Alzheimer's Association Rochester & Finger Lakes Region Chapter provides comprehensive guidance, support, and education for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Families can access a free 24/7 Helpline, one-on-one care consultations, educational workshops, and peer support groups tailored to every stage of memory loss. Additionally, the chapter offers early-stage social engagement programs and community outreach to empower local families so no one faces a dementia diagnosis alone.
Community Resources
(Upstate NY)
Center for Disability Rights (CDR)
The Center for Disability Rights (CDR) is a non-profit, community-based organization in Rochester, NY, and a national leader in the Independent Living movement. CDR is run by and for people with disabilities, and its mission is to work for the full integration, independence, and civil rights of all people with disabilities. They provide a range of supportive services, including Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Services (CDPAS), skills training, peer counseling, and systems advocacy.
The Monroe and Wayne County Offices for the Aging (including Wayne County's Department of Aging and Youth) are the designated Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) responsible for planning, coordinating, and advocating for services for residents age 60 and over and their caregivers. They serve as a vital link to long-term services and support, providing unbiased information, counseling (such as Medicare/HIICAP), home-delivered and congregate meals, transportation assistance, legal services, and caregiver support programs. Their mission is to help older adults maintain independence and enhance their quality of life.
Geriatric Day Programs
(Rochester, NY)
St. Ann's Adult Day Programs (part of St. Ann's Community) offer structured daytime programs that provide crucial respite for caregivers while ensuring a safe, engaging, and supervised environment for their loved ones. These programs offer both Social (activities, meals, socialization) and Medical models, which include skilled nursing care, health monitoring, and access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
The Jewish Home Adult Day Health Care (part of Jewish Senior Life) is one of the most extensive medical adult day programs in the greater Rochester area. It serves older adults with physical, psychosocial, and memory needs and provides essential services such as skilled nursing, medication assistance, physical and occupational therapy, personal care, and social activities. The program offers daytime and evening sessions to provide respite for family caregivers while helping members remain active and independent in the community.
NYS Resources
ElderONE | Rochester Regional Health (PACE Program)
ElderONE provides comprehensive day center care designed to help older adults maintain their independence and safely remain in their own homes for as long as possible. Their specialized PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers offer a collaborative, all-in-one environment combining on-site medical care, physical rehabilitation, personal hygiene assistance, and nutritional counseling. Participants also benefit from coordinated transportation, daily meals, and robust recreational therapies—including interactive movement technologies—that foster social, cognitive, and physical well-being.
HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) | NYS OTDA
The New York State Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program that helps income-eligible New Yorkers manage their home heating, utility, and cooling expenses. The program provides regular seasonal heating grants, emergency energy assistance to prevent utility disconnects, and funding for heating equipment repair or replacement. Additionally, HEAP offers a summer cooling assistance component to help qualified households acquire air conditioners or fans. Benefits are available to both renters and homeowners depending on income, household size, and primary heating source.
NY Connects | NYS Long-Term Care Guidance & Directory
NY Connects is New York State's trusted point of entry for free, unbiased information on long-term services and supports. Serving individuals of all ages—including older adults, children and adults with disabilities, and family caregivers—the program helps clients navigate community resources to remain independent at home. Specialists provide personalized options counseling and direct referrals for in-home care, transportation, home-delivered meals, respite care, and health insurance navigation. Locally operated through county offices, NY Connects simplifies the process of finding and accessing essential long-term care solutions.
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) | NYS Food Assistance
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly financial benefits to help eligible New Yorkers stretch their food budgets and access nutritious food. Issued on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, these funds can be used like a debit card at participating grocery stores, supermarkets, and local farmers' markets. SNAP serves low-income individuals, working families, seniors, and people with disabilities to reduce food insecurity and support long-term health. Eligibility is determined by household size and income guidelines set by state and federal standards.
Health Insurance Navigation
Dessis Insurance Agency specializes in guiding individuals through the complex process of choosing the right Medicare plan. Their mission is centered on education, providing clients with objective knowledge to make confident decisions about their Medicare and related health coverage options. They serve as a comprehensive resource for plan information, prescription savings, and general health support.