American Eldercare ribbon cutting

Shown here are members of the Lehigh Acres Chamber of Commerce taking part in a ribbon cutting marking the new membership of American Eldercare, which is based in Fort Myers, but taking on more clients in Lehigh Acres. Those shown here are from left to right, Inke Baker, assistant Chamber director, Honorary Mayor Marylou Land, Yolanda Castillo, regional director of operations; Linda Loudin, provider relations specialist; Christine Bullock, executive director of American Eldercare; Elisabeth, a care manager supervisor; and Joseph Whalen, CEO and president of the Chamber. American Eldercare provides services for the elderly in the comfort of their home. You can get more information by calling them at 239-337-9292 or going online at: americaneldercare.com. They provide services such as skilled nursing care, home health aides, physical, occupational and speech-language therapies, personal care assistance, homemaking services, social work services, and care in other health areas. Their services are paid for by insurance and Medicare. Photo by Mel Toadvine