Our Team

Elder at Home is a team of specialized geriatric care professionals who have been helping Rhode Island families with quality long-term care solutions since 2002 . What sets us apart is the depth and breadth of our nursing experience in the management of every aspect of an aging adult’s care. Due to our focus on dementia and the impact it has on the caregivers and everyday functioning, Elder at Home has added to the team a Cognitive Specialist to assist with testing, education, family and facility coaching. Carmen’s dog, Nikki, also provides friendly visits, cheering up our clients with her fierce determination to enjoy life despite her disabilities.

Carmen Roy, RN, MPH, CMC
Founder & Director

A registered nurse for over 35 years, Carmen has extensive experience with older persons and the challenges they face. She has worked with elders in home care, adult day health centers... … Read more »

Sandy Coppolino, RN
Nurse Care Manager

Sandy graduated from Joseph Lawrence School of Nursing in New London, Connecticut. Sandy has been an RN for 50 years, with 33 years of serving as a community nurse... … Read more »

Michelle Tristani, MS, CCC-SLP
Cognitive and Dementia Specialist

Michelle is a graduate of Boston College and the University of Rhode Island with a Master’s degree in Communication-Cognitive Disorders-Speech... … Read more »

Eileen Lacombe
Office Manager

Eileen has been a member of the Elder at Home team since 2011. In addition to her expertise in bookkeeping, human resources, payroll and billing, she is there supporting... … Read more »

Nikki
Boston Terrier

Nikki is the Elder at Home mascot and provides friendly visits, smiles and inspiration to our clients. Nikki does not recognize herself as disabled and brings joy to all... … Read more »