Expert Nurse Consulting & Regional Support

Regulatory Compliance. Quality Improvement. Collaborative Partnerships. Clinical Support. Workforce Readiness.

Assisted Living. Memory Care. Skilled Nursing.

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Cynthia McDaniel
Cynthia McDaniel, Founder, CEO
John McDaniel
John McDaniel, Founder, CFO

A Note from Our Founders


Elderwise was built on decades of experience, a deep respect for those who provide care, and a belief that every older adult deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, purpose, and connection.

For more than thirty years, Cynthia has helped advance community-based care through consulting, education, leadership, and regulatory development. Her experience has provided a unique perspective on what it takes for organizations to thrive and for older adults to receive exceptional care.

The most important lessons, however, did not come from regulations, classrooms, or boardrooms. They came from the people providing care every day.

Over the years, we have seen remarkable caregivers, visionary leaders, and dedicated teams accomplish extraordinary things. We have learned that exceptional care and service are not determined by the size of an organization, but by the commitment, compassion, and expertise of the people behind it.

That belief became the foundation of Elderwise.

We created Elderwise to bring practical expertise, trusted guidance, and genuine partnership to providers and organizations navigating the complexities of senior living and long-term care. Whether through consulting, interim leadership, education, clinical support, or operational guidance, our purpose remains the same: strengthening organizations so they can provide exceptional care and services.

We are honored to support the organizations, leaders, and caregivers who make that commitment a reality every day.

Thank you for the work you do and for the trust you place in us. We are grateful to be part of your journey.

Cynthia McDaniel MSN RN FGNLA
John McDaniel BSME RCFA

Founders, Elderwise Inc.

What We Do


Elderwise delivers practical, evidence-based support across five core services, working side by side with your team to strengthen operations, compliance, and care.

Elderwise Quality & Compliance Partners

Regulatory compliance, risk management, mock surveys, and quality improvement

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Elderwise Leadership Solutions

Interim nurse and administrator coverage

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Elderwise Academy

Training, competency, and certification

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Elderwise Management

Third-party operations and management

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Elderwise Care Management

Care navigation, care management, advocacy, and monitoring

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What Our Clients Are Saying


Why Elderwise

The Leading Experts in Senior Care Consulting & Education

Our multidisciplinary team brings a wealth of clinical and operational knowledge, fostering environments where residents and the teams who serve them can truly thrive.

Combined Expertise

Combined Expertise

Clinical, operational, and regulatory experience spanning more than a hundred years across our team.

Commitment to Excellence

Commitment to Excellence

Evidence-based solutions tailored to your unique community needs.

Customized Consulting

Customized Consulting

Specialized programs designed for sustainable workforce development.

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A consultant partnership designed for Long-term success


Find out how our strategic consulting can support your organization. We go beyond simple compliance; we work alongside you as authentic partners to identify vulnerabilities and implement sustainable change.