Our highly dedicated, caring team has a wealth of knowledge, skill, talent, and
special interests that we use creatively to enhance our clients’ quality of life.
 Anne B. Pagano, Senior Clinical Supervisor,
is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, a member of the National Association of Certified Social Workers, ACSW, a Certified Geriatric Care Manager, C-ASWCM, through the National Association of Social Workers, and a Board Certified Diplomat, BCD, through the American Board of Examiners. Anne obtained her Master’s degree in Social Work from Simmons College School of Social Work and a post- Master’s certificate in Gerontology from the Hunter-Brookdale Center on Aging in New York, NY.
Sherwood Associates, Inc. benefits from Anne’s more than 25 years of social work experience in direct service, supervision and administration in hospitals and nursing homes. At Sherwood Associates, Inc., Anne works directly with clients and families, and intervenes in complex situations. She provides clinical supervision for our care managers through case review and the development of comprehensive intervention strategies. Anne has been an adjunct professor in Field Work with the Fordham University School of Social Services and is currently the Program Coordinator for the Andrus Scholars Program through Fordham’s Ravazzin Center on Aging. She serves as the Field Work Supervisor for graduate students interning with Sherwood Associates, Inc.
| |  Abby Kaplan, Administrator/ Geriatric Care Manager,
has a psychology background and a Masters degree in Health Care Administration, MHCA, from George Washington University. This Fall semester, she will be completing the Certificate in Aging Program from the Brookdale Center for Healthy Aging and Longevity. She is a member of the National Association and NYS Chapter of Professional Geriatric Care Managers. Abby brings to Sherwood Associates, Inc. 20 years of extensive experience as a health care administrator and business manager in various New York State operated facilities and as director of a meals on wheels program in a large senior center.
At Sherwood Associates, Inc., Abby serves in a dual capacity as administrator and geriatric care manager with one role informing the other. Her direct work with clients and families impacts her role as administrator, providing insight that lends itself to a humanistic and client-centered approach in carrying out the policies and management of Sherwood Associates, Inc. Likewise, her administrative experience is invaluable in negotiating systems, overcoming barriers, and assisting clients with inevitable bureaucratic requirements.
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 | Rita McGlynn, Special Projects Manager,
worked for 10 years at General Motors and at the Human Resources Department of a Pharmaceutical Company for another 4 years, where she honed her planning and organizational skills. In addition, her life experiences with her own five children and six grandchildren have provided continuous opportunity for managing multiple complex tasks efficiently and effectively. She brings a practical and sensitive approach to assisting families with coordinating relocations or apartment clean outs. |
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 | Vanessa Kerchner, Social Work Intern,
is a second year graduate student in the Hunter College Master of Social Work Program. She is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of the State University of New York at Albany, majoring in Psychology with minors in Sociology and Education. She has previously provided social work services to the elderly and other age groups in hospital and community outreach programs. Vanessa recently married and resides in Westchester. We are looking forward to her joining the staff full time on completion of her graduate studies in May 2009. |
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 | Monica Rahaman, Office Manager,
brings to Sherwood Associates, Inc.10 years of banking experience. She has studied finance and accounting at the college level and will be pursuing completion of her degree. While previously working for Sherwood Associates, Inc. from 1999-2004, she was trained by our founding Office Manager. Monica relocated with her family to Florida and recently returned to New York City. We have had the good fortune of welcoming her back to Sherwood Associates. She oversees our internal fiscal operations and supervises the administrative assistants. She may well be the first person to greet you by phone to Sherwood Associates, Inc. Monica keeps a close eye on clients’ House Hold Cash accounts and Retainers and enjoys lending a helping hand to our clients and their families.
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 | Eve Flynn, Secretary,
is “the face of Sherwood Associates, Inc.”, and is responsible for our clearly written communications. Eve attended the North Jersey Secretarial School and has continued to expand her knowledge with computers. While raising her family, she volunteered as a teacher of English as a Second Language. She has had a long standing interest in the performing arts, and a son who is an actor. Her 14 years with Sherwood Associates, Inc. have provided a calm and steady foundation in the office and her specialized interests and knowledge of the Arts continues behind the scenes to enrich the lives of our clients.
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 | Edith Pollack, Payroll Coordinator,
started college with a major in Art. After a brief foray into business school, she worked in publishing for several years. Eventually, she became an Administrative Assistant at the Jewish Home and Hospital for the Aged, where she had 22 years of increasing responsibility. Edith brings a wealth of experience to Sherwood Associates, Inc., where her specialty is managing our clients’ payrolls; however, she remains an accomplished artist. |
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| Deborah Costa, Administrative Assistant
is a graduate of the reputable Our Lady of Victory Academy. The Academy’s standards of leadership and volunteer work lead her to pursue a career in nursing. She is currently in her second year at the College of Mount Saint Vincent. Deborah has worked in business as well as had experience as a friendly visitor in a hospital setting. Deborah brings to Sherwood Associates, Inc., discipline, organizational and computer skills from the fast paced business world. Her work in the service sector coupled with natural people skills make her an excellent friendly visitor for the homebound whom at times she assists with locating documentation for Benefit and Entitlement Applications.
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 | Nicole Ernst, Administrative Assistant,
is a graduate of the highly competitive Preston High School and is currently in her second year at the College of Mount Saint Vincent where she is studying nursing. She has had experience working in an internal medicine and radiology offices and brings Sherwood Associates, Inc. exceptional computer skills, which keeps our computers running, and our office more efficiently organized. She also assists clients with the often overwhelming task of insurance reimbursement.
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