About Us
As our population rapidly grows older, preventing injuries, preserving independence and maintaining emotional well-being are core pillars of healthy aging. Part of the Family, LLC, was established to provide exceptional personalized services and assistance to seniors, family members, and caregivers in the Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, SC, communities who may find themselves needing a little extra help and support.
At Part of the Family, we understand the changes and challenges that are part of aging. Whether you are walking through the dementia journey or finding it harder to complete daily tasks, we act in the best interest of each client so that they may live their best life possible.
Meet Our Team
Founder & CEO
Libby Gilden
Libby founded Part of the Family from a personal desire to fill an important need in our community: dementia care support, along with quality, non-medical personalized services that are specifically tailored to the many complex health conditions that accompany aging.
With nearly a decade of experience, Libby has worked with seniors, family members, and their caregivers who are directly affected by dementia. She believes all individuals, no matter their age or abilities, should live the life they want filled with dignity, purpose and meaning. Libby is passionate about creating meaningful moments for seniors as well as empowering and educating those caring for them.
Libby holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Name of College University? She is a member of the Aging Life Care Association, a Certified Care Manager (CMC), and a Certified Dementia Practitioner.
Community Engagement Coordinator
Denise Benner
Denise is our community representative, relationship builder and events coordinator. She's knowledgable, personable, and most of all, caring.
Denise understands the value of social connection. She is a familiar guest at elder care communities. Hosting arts and crafts projects that not only spread joy but promote emotional expression and build cognitive health.
Care Coordinator
Alexa Young
A native of Greenville, SC, Alexa has resided on Hilton Head Island for over twenty years during that time has worked as an in-home caregiver and for adult care facilities for over five years.
Alexa has a compassionate and empathetic approach caregiving. She is adept at helping them manage their diverse medical conditions and is proficient in organizing and administering medications. She is organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. She
Alexa is a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
