John E. Brose, PhD, LP, LMFT, LADC

Named Minnesota 2020 Gerontologist of the Year by the Minnesota

Gerontological Society, and recipient of the Minnesota Psychological

Association Lifetime Achievement Award for Leadership in Minnesota

Psychology, Dr. John E. Brose, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, is the owner and

Clinic Director of Associated Clinic of Psychology (ACP). Under his leadership, ACP

has become the leading community and clinic based mental health organization

in the Twin Cities. Dr. Brose oversees more than 300 clinicians who provide

behavioral health and psychiatry services to various clinical populations in seven

outpatient clinics, over 200 nursing homes, and many group homes, assisted

living, and memory care facilities.

Throughout his 45-year career, Dr. Brose has predominantly focused on the

interaction between medical and psychological issues. He is a pioneer and leading

national authority on aging and behavioral health issues and lectures locally and

nationally, in addition to his full-time clinical work.

Dr. Brose serves as a consultant to several long-term care organizations in

Minnesota and nationwide. He has treated thousands of older adults and trained

many of the staff members who choose to work with them. Dr. Brose has been

recognized for his contributions with the “Outstanding Contributor of Geriatric

Clinical Services,” “Outstanding Contributor to Healthcare,” and “Optum Health

Certificate of Excellence.”

In addition to his professional career, Dr. Brose is an avid sailor, equestrian, and

plays guitar in various local rock bands.

Desiree’ Rhoda, MSW, LSW, CALA

Elder Care Coordinator 

Desiree’ has over 17 years of experience as a Medical Elder Care Social Worker in several capacities. She has extensive knowledge in long term care, Sub-Acute rehab, Assisted Living, in-home care, and Hospice care. Desiree’ was the Director of Social Work in an LTC facility where she served as a patient and family advocate and assisted with education and coordination of needs related to discharge planning.  

Most recently, she worked as a Transitional Care Social Worker on a Trauma unit in the hospital assisting patients and families with transitioning to LTACH, Acute, Sub-Acute rehab or home with recommended services.  

Desiree’ graduated from Stockton University with a Bachelor of Science in Social work and a certificate in Gerontology. She also attended Stockton University where she acquired a Master of Science in Social Work with a specialization in Leadership and Management. Desiree’ achieved her LSW and is licensed to be an Assisted Living Administrator.  

Her free time is spent with her husband and their two children. They enjoy camping, fishing, and going down the shore. You can also find her in the stands watching her son play Football and her daughter Cheer!! Go Braves!! 

Desiree’ has over 17 years of experience as a Medical Elder Care Social Worker in several capacities. She has extensive knowledge in long term care, Sub-Acute rehab, Assisted Living, In-home care, and Hospice care. Desiree’ has served as a patient and family advocate and assisted with education and coordination of needs related to discharge planning.  Most recently, she worked as a Transitional Care Social Worker on a Trauma unit in the hospital assisting patients and families with transitioning to LTACH, Acute, Sub-Acute rehab or home with recommended services in addition to her Care Coordinator role.  

Dr. Bush is a licensed clinical psychologist within the Department of Psychiatry at Cooper University Hospital. She specializes in chronic trauma and emotion dysregulation treatments, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Prolonged exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. As a member of the Cooper Hospital and Health System, Dr. Bush provides direct specialty patient care for health-related mental health distress: treating chronic pain, sustained recovery from body-altering medical interventions, and end-of-life meaning making. Dr. Bush’s previous experience has been in training and supervision within community mental health, serving low-income communities, communities of color, and suburban LGBTQ+ communities.

David A. Lipschutz, Co-Director, Law & Policy/Attorney  - joined the Center for Medicare Advocacy in June 2010. Mr. Lipschutz engages in public policy issues surrounding Medicare and related coverage as they impact Medicare beneficiaries. This work includes federal administrative and legislative advocacy, collaboration with other consumer advocates to address systemic issues, and monitoring, analyzing and commenting on current Medicare-related policy developments. He is also a contributing author to the Center’s Medicare Handbook. Mr. Lipschutz came to the Center after 5 years as a staff attorney at California Health Advocates (CHA), a nonprofit organization that provides advocacy and education for California Medicare beneficiaries. Before joining CHA, Mr. Lipschutz worked as a staff attorney at the Center for Health Care Rights, a non-profit agency that provides direct services to Medicare beneficiaries in Los Angeles County. From 2003 to 2010, Mr. Lipschutz co-authored a chapter on Medicare in California’s Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) publication California Elder Law, Resources, Benefits, and Planning.

Mr. Lipschutz is an attorney licensed in California and Connecticut, and earned his B.A. degree from University of California, Santa Cruz in 1993 and his J.D. degree from University of California, Davis in 1999. His law practice is limited to federal Medicare law; he is admitted in California and Connecticut Only.

Chana Hershkop is a licensed pharmacist specializing in precision medicine and geriatrics. Chana is a graduate of Long Island University School of Pharmacy and she is licensed in 4 states, PA, NY, NJ and DE. With 20 years of experience working with the aging population, she now helps individuals optimize their medications and lifestyle using DNA testing to personalize care and help them be the healthiest version of themselves. 

Nancy brings over 20 years of executive experience, including leadership roles at the Center City District, where she managed major public space projects like Dilworth Park and the Rail Park. She has also held key positions with the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Fairmount Park Commission, and Lower Merion Township. Nancy holds degrees from George Washington University and the University of Pennsylvania. She serves on several local, state, and international boards related to parks and horticulture. A founder of the Philadelphia Outward Bound School, she is also an Honorary Member of the American Society of Landscape Architects.

First elected in 2012, Representative Mary Jo Daley serves Pennsylvania’s 148th Legislative District with a strong focus on community service, social justice, and the environment. She leads efforts to protect women’s rights, promote non-discrimination, and ensure equitable public school funding. Daley chairs the House Tourism & Economic & Recreational Development Committee, serves on the House Rules Committee, and co-chairs both the Women’s Health and Irish American Caucuses. Her public service began with 20 years on Narberth Borough Council, including 10 as president, experience she credits with shaping her commitment to responsive, effective local and state government. 

Mary has her BA in Psychology and Sociology from St. Norbert College, a Masters in Social Work and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management from UW-Milwaukee.  Mary’s passion for working with older adults spans 30 years as a Social Worker in nursing homes, assisted living and in-home care.  Mary currently owns and operates Embrace with over 60 employees providing care management and caregiving services.  Mary is Co-Founder and President of Dementia Innovations, a non-profit organization.  Dementia Innovations, with Mary as project lead, is designing and building a dementia village.  Mary has been an adjunct professor at UW-Milwaukee and conducts training and presentations on a wide topic of aging related issues.