Carla Payne, MA, CMC

After being a caretaker for her father, Carla Payne began volunteering as an Ombudsman for seniors living in nursing homes. She wanted to help families who were struggling to help their aging parent or loved one.

Carla earned a certificate in Gerontology and discovered the Aging Life Care Association (formerly the National Association of Geriatric Care Managers) and found her calling. In 2010, she co-founded Brandywine Elder Care Management, LLC, assisting families navigating the chaotic and stressful maze of elder care. In 2013, she completed her National Certification in Care Management from the National Association of Certified Care Managers. In January 2018, Carla opened Aging Care Matters, LLC. Her agency helps families in Wake County, NC navigate the ins and outs of elder care.