Meet the Team

Michael Fliegler

He began his career many years ago in the New York City textile industry. While his career flourished, his aging mother began having difficulties living alone at home. She was not eating properly, isolated herself from her family and friends, and quit taking her vital medications. Michael’s mother was ultimately diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease. Eventually Michael found a live-in caregiver to reside with his mother so that she could remain in the comfort of her own home, which is where she wanted to be. The caregiver revitalized his mother and enriched what was to be the last few months of her life. Her last days were wonderful days. Michael had such a positive experience with the live-in caregiver and truly felt that she had made a difference in his mother’s life. He wanted other families to have the same experience. Therefore, once his mother passed, Michael began to look into and explore the possibility of opening his own home care franchise. Four years later Michael’s franchise is going strong, and he has made a difference in the lives of many families living throughout Monmouth, Ocean, Hudson, Bergen, Passaic, and Sussex counties.

Alisa DeSantis

Alisa DeSantis has served as the manager/coordinator for Home Care Assistance of Monmouth and Ocean Counties for almost four years. Alisa holds a B.A. in both Psychology and Health Education from the University of Maryland, College Park. She served as a research associate and project supervisor for over 10 years with Mathematica Policy Research in Princeton, NJ, which is one of the leading, most respected, and highly noted companies in the industry. She has been published in several groundbreaking social policy research projects as she was an integral part of their overall success.

Alisa views her position at Home Care Assistance as “an adventure” and “a calling”, which enable her to help others during what is typically a very stressful time. She believes that client care, respect, and satisfaction are paramount, as well as being there and offering ongoing support to both clients and their caregivers. Alisa believes that proper placement involves active listening and strong interpersonal skills, both of which she excels. By matching client needs with caregiver skills and personalities Alisa ensures the best possible care to all of the clients that Home Care Assistance serves.

Pamela Romano

She serves the clients of Home Care Assistance as the RN Home Health Care Evaluator. Pamela completes the initial and ongoing nursing assessments for all clients. In addition to holding a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Pace University in New York City and being a Certified Midwife, she has an array of experience. Pamela has worked extensively with older adults through her positions with Jersey Shore Geriatrics, Sunrise Assisted Living, Gateway Care Center, and Victory Memorial Hospital.

Pamela resides in Central New Jersey with her family. She is the proud mother of five beautiful children and one grandchild. When she is not working or enjoying the company of her family, she delights in horseback riding.

 Anne Pagnoni, New Jersey Regional Marketing Director

Anne oversees marketing efforts for all Home Care Assistance offices in NJ. Throughout her career she has worked to improve the lives of older adults through her employment within the senior living industry. Anne has extensive experience in independent and assisted living as well as Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Anne is actively involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth County and serves as the chairperson of the Alzheimer’s Association Greater NJ Chapter Southern Regional Memory Walk Committee.