Stephanie Barniskis, Sarasota County Senior Living Advisor

Stephanie Barniskis brings over 15 years of diverse healthcare experience to Senior Consulting Advisors. After earning a B.S. in Business Administration from College of Charleston, she discovered her true passion lies in empowering and supporting others. This led her to pursue a career as a Physical Therapist Assistant, where she spent a decade working with the geriatric population to enhance their quality of life following a life-threatening illness or injury.

Stephanie was part-owner of an outpatient physical therapy clinic, where she transitioned into healthcare sales, successfully tripling the size of the business. She later went into sales and marketing for pharmaceuticals and home health care. Stephanie’s friendly demeanor and commitment to quality client care make her a valued asset, ensuring that every client feels supported and empowered in their journey to better health.

Stephanie has extensive expertise navigating the healthcare system and takes great pride in assisting individuals in securing the best possible support and resources. She has seen how overwhelming the healthcare system can be through the eyes of her patients as well as her aging parents. It is her mission to assist seniors in navigating this constantly evolving healthcare landscape.

In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys spending quality time with her husband and 2 children. She is up for any adventure, big or small and loves learning new things and hearing others’ stories. She volunteers with several organizations that support underprivileged seniors and provide resources to underserved communities. Stephanie is excited to help seniors find the services and options that best meet their needs.