University of Wisconsin–Madison

People Type: CARE Steering Committee

Bodden Hoenisch, Jillian

Jillian Bodden Hoenisch, NP, is a nurse practitioner. She graduated with her nursing degree from Winona State University in 2015 and her DNP from UW–Madison School of Nursing in 2019.

Bradfield, Abigail

Abigail Bradfield is a PhD candidate with Dr. Kristen Pickett and the Sensory Motor Integration Lab within the department of Kinesiology in the Occupational Science Track.

Ceman, Bryn

Bryn Ceman, M.S., is the Caregiver Programs Specialist with the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR). With more than 20 years in aging and disability services, she provides statewide training and technical assistance to strengthen family caregiver programs and co-leads the Wisconsin Family & Caregiver Support Alliance.

Endicott, Sarah

Sarah Endicott, DNP, PMHNP-BC, GNP-BC is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner and geriatric nurse practitioner with experience caring for older adults with complex needs across care settings.

Kapalczynski, Casey

Casey Kapalczynski, MA,  is a dedicated long-term care advocate with over 15 years of experience supporting adults with disabilities and older adults across Wisconsin. She currently leads the Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) Program, a direct care workforce initiative, at UW-Green Bay.

Li, Jingxi

Jingxi Li, MSN, RN, is a PhD student at the University of Wisconsin—Madison, School of Nursing, with a focus on promoting the health and well-being of older adults.

McCoy, Kiarra

Kiarra McCoy is a Pre-Nursing student who is minoring in Nutritional Sciences and pursuing the Certificate in Aging Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She has worked as a CNA in long-term care since 2023, specializing in memory care.

Patrin, Christina

Christina Patrin, M.Ed. has dedicated 25 years to K12 education to support future healthcare professionals. She currently serves as the Health Science Education Consultant and Wisconsin HOSA State Advisor at the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

Wright, Deana

Deana Wright is Founder and Executive Director of The Wright Place, Inc. and Director of Older Adult Programs for MTZ Charitable Organization, developing culturally responsive programs for Black older adults. As a UW–Madison alumna, her background spans aging services, health equity, community engagement, research recruitment, and nearly 30 years in broadcast journalism.