Core Team
Pankaj Mehrotra
Founder – Elderly Care India, Eldery Care Advisor, Senior Living Consultant. Post management graduate having 31 years’ experience in NGO Management, Project Management across the NGO, Telecom, and Hospitality sectors. Have been in consulting role for Senior Living (Retirement Homes, Assisted Living, Old Age Homes) from the past 19 years. Involved with Aged Care / Old Age Care services, National Standards and Policies.
Dr. Dipankar Debnath
Senior Consultant in Geriatric Medicine and Diabetes Care & Family Medicine at Kolkata. Founder & CEO of 60 Plus Clinic, Founder & Secretary of Institute of Geriatric Care & Research Kolkata, Life member of Indian Medical Association, Indian Association of General Physicians of IMA & Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine. Committee member of Snehodia, Senior Living Facility at New Town of WBHIDCO.
Ajay Sharma
Co-founder Epic Content & Rover Camps. Content & Social Media Consulting. A strong advocate for Social Care and need for equality. Ajay has developed and designed the website for Elderly Care India
Dr. Mrigna Nagraj
Dr. Mrigna Nagraj is the Founder of 50 Plus Assist, a leading Home and Assisted Home Care organization specializing in Dementia Care, Intellectual Companionship, Healthcare, and Home Management. She completed her Bachelor’s degree from India, and her Master’s from Brazil. She is also a Senior Eldercare Specialist trained by the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre at the University of Tasmania (UTAS). Her passion and commitment to the cause of Ageing is truly exceptional which is reflected in the ethos, ethics, and service delivery excellence embraced by her entire team. Dr. Mrigna has been a founding team member of several eldercare service organizations, where she not only led by example but also contributed in developing essential standards, guidelines, and supporting research initiatives.
Parag Agarwal
Ex Microsoft Product Expert & Engineer. Co-founder of Darring Health. DrRing health is a health care service that provides continuous monitoring and management of healthcare needs for family members and seniors in the comfort of their own homes.
Arpit Singla
Researcher & Strategist in developing design-led product and services. Arpit is a professional Researcher & Strategist in developing design-led Products and Services, who has been working dedicatedly and passionately on helping Elderly Care India further refine our website and other strategic processes. Arpit is a business analyst who is involved in driving innovation and transforming user experiences across Telecom, Retail, Insurance, Healthcare industries. He is an alumnus of Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra (BITS, Mesra) a leading institute of international standing and is also a Master of Design, Strategic Foresight and Innovation from OCAD University, Canada.
Senior Knowledge Supporters
| Name | Profession & Profile | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Adil Firoze | Independent Consultant with a vast, enriching experience of over three decades in the hydrocarbon sector in Engineering Design and Project Management. | Delhi |
| Ankur Gupta | Pioneer and veteran Senior Living and Eldercare advocate. Joint Managing Director of Ashiana Housing Limited. pioneer in bringing the retirement resort concept (branded as ‘Utsav’) to India | Delhi |
| Ann (Nancy) Rhodes | Book Author, Public Speaker Caregiver Success, A You Tube platform for Caregivers Medical and practical tips to reduce unnecessary ER trips | USA |
| Bala Sriram | Senior Speech Language Pathologist who was also involved with setting up several State of the Art Audiology and Speech Language Pathology departments at a Global level. | USA |
| Chetna Kapoor | Veteran educationist who served in senior positions in the Health Insurance and Print Media sectors. Seasoned and passionate Digital and Off-line media professional with expertise in content writing, website management and marketing. | India |
| Daniela Russo | Daniela Russo is a Gerontologist, Neuropsychopedagogue Specialist. Daniela wears multiple hats, she is a Senior Aged Care Advocate, Speaker, Author and an expert in Dementia Care. She is the Founder of 'Whispers of Love' which is an initiative to restore connection, dignity, and meaning in Dementia Care. She has many academic accolades in her knowledge bank. She hold a Post Graduate in Gerontology, Cognitive Disorders in Adults, Diploma in Mental Health and Addictions, Certificate courses in Differential Diagnosis of Dementia, Neuro Nutrition, Psycomotor, Neurobiology and many more. | Australia |
| Debra Ruh | Ceo & Founder, Ruh Global IMPACT. Chairwoman of the Board, Billion Strong - Global community of persons with lived experiences of disabilities | USA |
| Dmitry Shibanov | CEO and Managing Director, SMPLS INNOVATION | Australia |
| Dr. (Chef) K Thiru | Founding Dean, School of Hospitality, Mahindra University. Ex-Principal of Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA). Award winning and a we'll known personality in the Food & Beverage industry and Hospitality education | Manipal |
| Dr. Ashu Shukla | Ex. IG Police CRPF, Academician | Lucknow |
| Dr. Eboni Green | Co-Founder, Caregiver Support Services | USA |
| Dr. Shalya Anand | Dental surgeon with over 30 years of clinical experience, complemented by advanced training from Europe in health economics, management, and healthy ageing. | Netherlands |
| Dr. SN Misra | Tropical Infectious Disease and Public Health Expert | Gurugram |
| Himanshu Rath | Founder Agewell Foundation. Veteran Eldercare Advocate | Delhi |
| Jim Biggs | CDO, Momentum Senior Living; Part Time Lecturer, University of Southern California | USA |
| Karen Murdock | Dementia Care Advocate, Founder Voiced Memories™, Founder Cogimetry™ | Canada |
| Kate Pilkington | CEO of Riverpath Care. Specialized Home Care organisation in United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Lori (Moeschter) La Bey | Founder of Alzheimer's Speaks, Co-founder of Dementia Map | USA |
| Meri Luarasi Gaumond | Executive Director, Ann Silverman Community Health Clinic (USA), Dementia Trainer, Coach, and Author. Recognized healthcare leader, dementia care specialist, and author, known for her compassionate leadership, patient advocacy, and innovative dementia training. | USA |
| Narayanaswamy Sridhar | Entrepreneur involved with retirement communities. Software professional | Coimbatore |
| Nicole Will | Aged Care Thought Leader, Podcast Host | USA |
| Rajiv Vijay Nabar | Ex. IRS officer of the 1986 Batch. He retired as Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax | Surat |
| Renu Jha | Founder of Ethic-Ally GRC Advisors. Renu is a Chartered Accountant and Forensic Auditor with over 24 years of global experience in Ethics, Compliance, Investigations, Corporate Governance and Internal Audit. Of those, 22 years were in-house with top-tier multinational companies. | Delhi |
| Sheena Cunnington | Sheena is the Founder of Ballard Coaching and Training which offers Training and Consultancy to the Residential and Home Care Sectors. Sheena is a Msc in Dementia Care from Trinity College, Dublin. She is also a Content Contributor with Quality Compliance Systems. | Ireland |
| Thena Johnstone | Aged Care Expert. Legacy Planning - Arc Of Life | Australia |
| Wayne Freeman Chong | Wayne is a leading International Voice in the Eldercare sector. PhD in Geropsychology from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. He wears many hats including being a Social Scientist, Keynote Speaker, Board Member. | Singapore |
Knowledge Supporters
| Name | Profession & Profile | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Aarathi Shenoy | Healthcare professional at National Commission for Allied & Healthcare Professions (NHASMS-G). Certified NIMHANS Well-being Volunteer and an experienced Emotional Support and Palliative Care counselor. | Bengaluru |
| Amarendra Gokhale | Senior Banking IT Consultant and an Elder Care Advocate | Pune |
| Anu Savio Thelly | Palliative Care Nurse (Nurse Consultant, Dept of Palliative Medicine, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Pondicherry). | Puducherry |
| Anushree Shukla | Design Expert who is extremely passionate about Senior Citizens Care | Mumbai |
| Avtar Singh Cheema | Founder/CEO Palliative Peace | Chandigarh |
| Dipika Vaid | Dipika is a Physical Therapy specialist with expertise in initiating and managing various therapy programs including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy. | USA |
| Dr. Akshat Khandekar | MBBS DNB MNAMS, Family and Geriatric Medicine | Bhopal |
| Dr. Ali Mohammadi | Senior medical doctor with over 15 years of experience of working extensively in healthcare settings in Iran. CEO/President of Canadian LifeCare Learning | Canada |
| Dr. Amit Chaudhery | Business executive, author, publisher and naturalist, independent practitioner | Gurugram |
| Dr. Amoghsiddhi Bhandarkar | Palliative Care Physician, Geriatrc Care, End of Life Care & Health & Wellness Trainer | Pune |
| Dr. Anand Ambali | Consultant Geriatrician, professor department of Geriatric Medicine | Bijapur |
| Dr. Preeti S Jeevannavar | Seasoned Healthcare professional with over two decades of experience spanning clinical practice, healthcare operations, health technology, insurance, and startups. | Bengaluru |
| Dr. Prem Narshiman | Chief Consultant Geriatric at Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre. Founding Member Asian Geriatric Oncology Society | Mumbai |
| Dr. Rifat Falak | Masters Degree & Family Dentistry with expertise in Aged Care | UAE |
| Dr. Sagar Mohan Pathre | Clinical and Healthcare operations, Physiotherapist, Rehabilitation Expert | Mumbai |
| Dr. Sinjan Ghosh | Neurologist, Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology | Kolkata |
| Gaurav Malaviya | Director & Businesss Head, Bose Corporation India | Gurugram |
| Gitika Godara | Experienced leader with exemplary silks in Hospitality management and Senior Care. A veteran in Food and Nutrition Management | Canada |
| Harika Sachdev | Grief Support & Caregiver Coach, Elder Care Advocate | Delhi |
| Harshad Deshpande | Associate Founder, MadhurBhav Senior Care and Assisted Living | Pune |
| James Kinuthia | Chief Executive Officer, Sir James Care Homes. Leading Care Home/ Assisted Living service provider in Kenya | Kenya |
| Kripanjali Tellis-Nayak | Founder – Kare Nursing Services, Author – Mai and I. Registered Nurse, Nurse Tutor, Home Care Nurse, Health Educator, Senior Living Consultant. PhD Scholar (Management – Gerontology), Srinivas University, Mangalore | Mangaluru |
| Mike Chaudhary | CEO Alarm Guard/Senior Protection / Solar Guard Energy | Canada |
| Namita Dublish | Co-founder & Managing Trustee, Aan Charitable Trust. Passionate Social Development advocate who has been spearheading positive change. Master's in Social Work and an active member of FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) besides being a recipient of many Awards. | Gurugram |
| P Sockalingam | CEO and Founder of Aarra Communities, a full service Senior Living company | Bengaluru |
| Partha Chakraborty | Veteran Life Insurance professional who has ventured into Technical Serivices | Kolkata |
| Pavithra Reddy | COO of VayahVikas. Elder Care | Bengaluru |
| Philip James | Leading Training Professional with extensive Hospitality experience | Delhi |
| Prache Verma | Senior training professional who has worked with multiple leadership international organisations. | Delhi |
| Prajosh Balakrishnan | Veteran Senior Living advocate and an expert in Retirement Communities operations. | Coimbatore |
| Prasad Bhide | Social Entrepreneur. Founder & CEO, Aaji Care Home Health Services | Mumbai |
| Rajeev Baid | Advertising and Marketing Veteran & Advisor to NGO and startup | Delhi |
| Rajeev Thapar | Senior professional across various leadership roles and multiple industries. He has worked across diverse sectors like EdTech, Health & Social Care, Senior Living, Aged Care | Ludhiana |
| Saurabh Bhagat | CEO - SHEOWS, Founder - SHEOWS Cares Foundation USA | Gurugram |
| Sherrell D Mims-Baker | Founder & CEO of Global Caregivers Network LLC & Global Caregiver Speakers | USA |
| Shouvik Nandy | Founder, Physiotherapist | New Zealand |
| Shruti Kapoor | Gold Medalist Optometrist from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) with a special interest concerning the Eye Care needs of Older People. | Mumbai |
| Shweta Sharma | Heads Geriatric care residential homes of HCAH India, Management of Aged care home, Advocate for mental health, Senior living professional, Ex-founder of Senior Care Genie | Gurugram |
| Srinivasa Rao | Seasoned EHS Professional, passionate in inculcating /sensitizing /campaigning towards Eldercare demands especially in construction and education sectors | Hyderabad |
| SubbaRao Devulapalli | Information Technology & Eldercare Consultant. 30+experience in Healthcare Functions | Hyderabad |
| Sushant Chandra | Entrepreneur, Insurance Sector Veteran | Delhi |
| Vinay Patel | MD, KRG Health care (award winning elderly care facilities in UK) & PredicAire (holistic care management software powered by AI) | United Kingdom |
| Vivek Mehra | Veteran Insurance Advocate, a Start-up Consultant and also the National Secretary - Strategy and Planning, Consumer Rights Organisation. | Gurugram |