Care Dimensions Executive and Leadership Team

Patricia Ahern, the Chief Executive Officer at Care Dimensions, directs the organization's strategic vision and overall operational framework. Ahern guides the non-profit provider's mission to deliver comprehensive hospice and palliative care to adults and children across Eastern Massachusetts. This leadership involves ensuring the highest standards of care are met in homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and the organization's two inpatient hospice facilities. Patricia Ahern's executive oversight extends to fostering key relationships with community stakeholders and healthcare partners, solidifying Care Dimensions' position as a leading provider in advanced illness care. The focus remains on expanding access to quality end-of-life services and supporting families through difficult transitions.

Stephanie Patel, the President & Chief Executive Officer at Care Dimensions, spearheads the organization's strategic direction and executive leadership. Patel drives the mission of providing essential hospice, palliative care, grief support, and teaching programs to individuals and families facing advanced illnesses throughout Eastern Massachusetts. This role involves overseeing all facets of the non-profit's operations, ensuring seamless delivery of care in diverse settings including patient residences, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and dedicated inpatient hospice houses. Stephanie Patel's leadership ensures Care Dimensions maintains its commitment to compassionate, high-quality care, fostering innovation in advanced illness management and supporting the well-being of both patients and their loved ones.

Phillip Cibelli, the Chief Financial Officer at Care Dimensions, manages the organization's financial health and strategic fiscal planning. Cibelli oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation, ensuring the sustainability of Care Dimensions' non-profit mission. This critical role supports the delivery of comprehensive hospice and palliative care services to adults and children across Eastern Massachusetts. Phillip Cibelli's financial acumen is vital for maintaining operational efficiency across various care settings, from patient homes to inpatient facilities, and for supporting the organization's teaching and grief support programs. The CFO's guidance ensures financial integrity and enables Care Dimensions to continue its vital work in advanced illness care.

Judith Cranney, the Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at Care Dimensions, directs the day-to-day operational execution of the organization's hospice and palliative care services. Cranney ensures the efficient and effective delivery of care across all settings, including patient homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and the organization's inpatient hospice houses in Lincoln and Danvers. This leadership role is central to maintaining the high standards of compassionate care provided to adults and children with advanced illnesses throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Judith Cranney's operational expertise supports the integration of comprehensive services, including grief support and teaching programs, reinforcing Care Dimensions' commitment to community-based advanced illness care.

Kristen Schaefer, the Vice President, Associate Chief Medical Officer, Director of Fellowship Education at Care Dimensions, provides critical medical leadership and directs educational initiatives. Schaefer oversees the clinical quality and medical direction for hospice and palliative care services, ensuring patient-centered care for adults and children across Eastern Massachusetts. This multifaceted role includes guiding the fellowship education program, fostering the development of future medical professionals in advanced illness care. Kristen Schaefer's medical expertise is integral to maintaining the highest standards of care in homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and inpatient hospice settings, upholding Care Dimensions' mission of compassionate support.