How To Hire a Proper Caregiver

Melissa Morante is an owner of ComForCare Senior Services, a private-duty, non-medical home healthcare agency serving Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.

As a health and wellness aficionado, Melissa believes that a healthy lifestyle, including a diet rich in whole foods and regular exercise is the best medicine one can take. Melissa is a certified group fitness instructor with specialties in senior fitness and Parkinson’s exercise. She currently volunteers her time leading exercise classes in independent and assisted living facilities throughout the area.

Melissa currently sits on the board of directors for the American Parkinson Disease Association, helping bring education and support to those living with Parkinson’s Disease in South Florida. She facilitates five support groups throughout Palm Beach and Martin counties for those living with Parkinson’s and their caregivers. She also plays an instrumental role in planning the organization’s annual educational symposium.

As Chief Marketing Officer for ComForcare, Melissa continues to drive awareness for the company’s expertise in Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia care. In addition, Melissa leads the Parkinson’s training for ComForcare’s CNAs and HHAs.

Melissa resides in Wellington, with her husband, Joe, and their three children.