Meet Our Team
Ari Grinspan, CEO and Co-founder
Ari Grinspan, CEO, and co-founder of WeCare HCC, boasts over 20 years experience playing an unparalleled role as the visionary, manager, and growth driver at the helm of our company. His focus on innovation and excellence leads WeCare towards our goal of exceptional long-term care and client-first service. Ari’s leadership is built on strong personal relationships with his team, maintaining close involvement with our staff to encourage their strengths and allow junior employees to fulfill their potential. With a B.A. in Business Management and Finance from CUNY Brooklyn, Ari brings a blend of experience and education to his role, having partnered with Gedaliah in 2017 to raise quality standards for care on a national level.
Gedaliah Wielgus, CFO & Co-Founder
Gedaliah Wielgus, CFO and co-founder of WeCare HCC, drives our robust fiscal health with a strategic, performance-based approach gleaned from a decade of experience. His fine-tuned approach to financial decision-making accounts for critical details in building profitable facility operations. Gedaliah’s hands-on experience, sharp business acumen, and effective leadership skills drive our success forward, maintaining a positive work culture and supporting employee development. With a B.S. in Accounting from Touro College (Cum Laude) and CPA accreditation in the State of New York, Gedaliah transitioned from public accounting to the role of controller at a major insurance brokerage company before partnering with Ari in 2017 to launch WeCare, solidifying his commitment to raising quality standards in the industry.
Joseph Pashley
Joseph Pashley is a seasoned healthcare professional with a distinguished career spanning 25 years. Beginning as a case manager and admissions specialist, Joseph has ascended the ranks to his current role as the Vice President of Operations at WeCare Healthcare Centers. With an unwavering commitment to enhancing the quality of care for the geriatric population, Joseph has become a respected leader in the industry.
Michelle Rosado
A graduate of the Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai Beth Israel in NYC, Michelle is an experienced Director Of Nursing with a demonstrated history of working within the healthcare industry to achieve Quality Care Improvements and improved fiscal sustainability for Post Acute Care Facilities. Motivated and dynamic, Michell brings a passion for Post Acute Care innovation and a skillset in Nursing Management, Education, PDPM, CMI, CMS 5 Star Rating System, Infection Control, and Medicare/Medicaid Reimbursement. She has a proven ability to achieve efficiency and lead clinical team operations in navigating State/Federal Inspections to reduce deficiencies. Experienced in implementing large-scale clinical process improvement initiatives, Michell is passionate about Long Term Care Advocacy
Brittany Lowell
Corporate Director of Finance, WeCare Centers
Brittany Lowell, a native of the Adirondacks region in New York State, brings a wealth of financial expertise to her role as the Corporate Director of Finance at WeCare Centers. A proud alumna of SUNY Oneonta, Brittany holds a Bachelor of Science in English, showcasing her diverse and well-rounded skill set.With over a decade of experience as a Finance Coordinator and Manager in the Business Office of skilled nursing facilities, Brittany has honed her skills in financial management and operational oversight. Her passion lies in steering the business office to achieve profitable long-term growth for WeCare Centers.
Jennifer Gascon
Jennifer (Jen) Gascon is the Corporate Director of Informatics, Case Management and Medical Records Divisions of WeCare. Jen boasts 21 years of experience in hospital-based medical record leadership and information technology, coupled with 8 years in long-term care services. Throughout her extensive healthcare journey, Jen has established a diverse EHR knowledge base, successfully building and implementing database copies while creating efficient training techniques. Her commitment to healthcare has enriched her roles, positioning her as a strong leader. Jen holds an AAS in Medical/Legal Assistant and is a Certified Pharmacy Technician.
Chris Laymon
VP of Mint Purchasing
Chris Laymon is a seasoned professional in the healthcare industry. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in business administration from SUNY Oswego, his journey in healthcare spans over a decade. He’s navigated through various facets of healthcare, leaving his mark in departments such as Dietary, Housekeeping, Human Resources, Payroll, and Purchasing. This diverse experience has not only honed his skills but has given him a holistic understanding of the healthcare ecosystem. Currently serving as the Corporate Purchaser at WeCare Healthcare Centers, he orchestrates procurement operations with precision. His role involves strategic sourcing, supplier management, and ensuring cost-effective procurement practices. Proudly hailing from Herkimer, NY, his roots ground him, and his small-town upbringing instilled values of hard work and community.
Estee Lermer
Corporate Human Resources and Payroll Director
Estee Lermer carries an array of expertise to her role as Corporate Human Resources and Payroll Director. A graduate of Touro Graduate School of Business, she proudly carries an MBA in HR Management and has years of experience working in the Long Term Care industry. Vibrant and motivated, Estee enjoys all the HR world has to offer, including Employee Relations, Workers Comp, Leaves of Absence, Payroll manners, Onboarding, Labor and more. She is passionate about leading HR teams to be successful, giving all team members the proper skills to create an environment where employees enjoy coming to work. Estee enjoys researching new employee initiatives and trends to constantly improve our HR networks and is devoted to executing various payroll strategies to meet the expectations of both management and employees.
Claudia Giammarino
VP of Quality and Clinical Compliance
Claudia Giammarino is a dedicated professional with a passion for improving clinical and operational services. Claudia plays a pivotal role in overseeing rehabilitation services, Minimum Data Set (MDS) compliance, and case management. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Care Administration from St. John’s University and a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Columbia University, Claudia possesses a unique blend of administrative acumen and health care operations expertise.
Throughout her career, Claudia has demonstrated a commitment to excellence, innovation and leadership. Before joining WeCare, Claudia practiced as a clinical Speech-Pathologist, specializing in tracheostomized/ventilator dependent patients and dysphagia. She has also graduated into administrative roles for rehabilitation and clinical reimbursement. In these roles Claudia has focused and implemented quality improvement initiatives, optimized operational workflows, and ensured regulatory compliance. Her strategic vision has consistently led to enhanced patient outcomes and increased efficiency within healthcare organizations.
