About Healthspan Partners
Guiding a Better Dementia Experience
Healthspan Partners is proud to be among a select group of providers chosen by Medicare to offer the comprehensive GUIDE dementia care program. Our mission is simple: improve the quality of life for people living with dementia and support the caregivers who stand beside them.
The GUIDE program delivers medically managed care coordination, personalized care planning, caregiver support, and respite services, all at no cost to Medicare beneficiaries. We serve individuals with diagnosed or suspected dementia and the unpaid caregivers, such as family and friends, who support them every day.
Meet the Team
Get to know the passionate professionals behind our work. Our team brings together diverse skills, shared values, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results. Together, we strive to create meaningful experiences and lasting impact for our clients and community.
Adam Perry, MD
President/Founder
Adam Perry, MD is a fellowship-trained geriatrician and founder of Healthspan Partners of SWFL, a novel dementia care practice administering the Medicare GUIDE program. His career is dedicated to the design and dissemination of new models of care that enhance quality of life for older adults with complex care needs. He is a member of both the Milken Alliance to Improve Dementia Care and the West Health Center of Excellence for Telehealth and Aging. Previously he was a Fellow with the John A. Hartford Foundation Health and Aging Policy Program and Core Faculty with the Geriatric Emergency Department Collaborative. He has published multiple manuscripts across medical specialties and presents regularly to state and national conferences on emerging models of care for older adults with dementia and/or complex care needs. He is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine with post-graduate training at University of Pennsylvania Lancaster General Health and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
Deann Marasco
Director of Care Navigation and HUB Administrator-Tampa
Deann Marasco, Director of Operations and Development and HUB Administrator at Healthspan Partners of SWFL, brings extensive experience in healthcare advocacy and strategic program development. With a background in Gerontology from the University of South Florida, she has held leadership roles in large health systems, Westcoast Brace & Limb, USF Health, and most recently, more than sevens years at the Alzheimer’s Association.
Her volunteer work with the Florida National Guard’s Family Readiness Group earned her the Florida Commendation Medal for sustained meritorious performance.
At Healthspan Partners of SWFL, Deann will lead efforts with partnership organizations to improve outcomes for those living with dementia and supporting the care ecosystem.
Patricia Angelucci, GNP-BC, ADNP
Adult-Geriatric Nurse Practictioner
Patricia Angelucci is an Adult–Geriatric Nurse Practitioner dedicated to improving the quality of life for older adults and supporting the families who care for them. She is driven by a deep passion to serve seniors with empathy, compassion, and respect, recognizing the unique medical, emotional, and social needs that often accompany aging.Board-certified in geriatrics, Patricia brings specialized expertise in geriatric medicine and the complex health challenges faced by older adults. Her clinical focus includes palliative medicine, hospice care, chronic care management, and dementia care. Through this work, she helps patients and their loved ones navigate difficult medical decisions while maintaining dignity, comfort, and quality of life.Patricia is committed to a patient-centered approach that values clear communication, thoughtful care planning, and collaboration with families and healthcare teams. Her goal is to ensure that every patient receives compassionate, individualized care that honors both their medical needs and personal values.
Nicole D-Amico-Shaal MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-C
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Nicole D-Amico-Shaal, MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-C, is an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She specializes in supporting older adults and their families as they navigate complex medical conditions, helping them understand treatment options, manage symptoms, and maintain the highest possible quality of life.
Nicole is known for her thoughtful, collaborative approach and her commitment to building strong relationships with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. She believes the best care begins with listening closely to patients’ goals and ensuring care plans reflect their individual values and needs.
With a strong clinical foundation in nursing and advanced practice, Nicole is passionate about patient advocacy and providing high-quality, evidence-based care that emphasizes dignity, comfort, and respect throughout every stage of health.
Laurel Powers, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Laurel Powers, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience in hospital-based care management and care coordination for adults with complex medical and social needs. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of South Florida and her Master of Social Work from the University of Central Florida. Since 2008, She has specialized in hospital social work across orthopedics, neurology, trauma, and complex discharge planning, with a strong focus on supporting aging adults and their families through challenging healthcare transitions. She became licensed in 2014 and also provides clinical supervision to social workers pursuing licensure. Her work centers on helping families navigate care decisions, preparing caregivers for the responsibilities ahead, and ensuring safe, coordinated transitions across care settings. She is deeply committed to communication, collaboration, and continuity of care to improve outcomes for older adults.
Stephanie Kemp, LCSW, LMSW
Director of Operations and Growth, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Stephanie Kemp, LCSW, LMSW is an operations leader and clinical social worker with extensive experience supporting multidisciplinary teams across behavioral health and senior living. At Healthspan Partners, she leads organizational operations, workflow development, and growth initiatives that strengthen delivery of the Medicare GUIDE dementia care model.
Stephanie’s background includes executive roles in telebehavioral health and assisted living, where she advanced care quality, improved staffing models, and built scalable systems to support clinicians and care teams. She holds a Master of Social Work from Grand Valley State University and clinical licensure in both Florida and Michigan.