Care Team

Tina Tavares, CHHA

Certified Caregiver

Tina Tavares completed her education and training to become a Certified Nurse Assistant in 2003. She is currently working on the renewal of this status. Her career has included a variety of roles with Long Term Care facilities and in-home care environments. She has been serving clients with DRB Elder Care since July of 2022.

In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and being with her family and friends. Tina resides in Gloucester, MA with her husband and dog, Pixie.

Billi-Jo Todd, CNA|CHHA

Certified Caregiver 

Billi-Jo Todd graduated at the top of her class and successfully passed the Certified Nurse Assistant competency exam in 2003. She has held key roles with Long Term Care facilities, Acute Care and Rehabilitative hospitals and has been with DRB Elder Care since September 2022.

Billi-Jo grew up and still lives in Gloucester, MA.  She loves spending time with family and friends. She is passionate about photography and enjoys being outside with her dog, Sophie.

Dawn Smith, CNA|CHHA

Certified Caregiver

Dawn Smith completed her education and testing to become a CNA in 2006. Since then, she has been utilizing her expertise and skills as a caregiver working in LTC facilities, doing individual home care for families and now as the Lead CNA for DRB Elder Care.

Her work ethic and ability to deliver compassionate care to elders sets her apart from others. Dawn’s heart is truly filled with love, and she instinctively knows how to manage an in-home care environment.

She grew up in Western MA and relocated to Gloucester in 2013 to be closer to her mother. She takes pleasure in being with her children and grandchildren, relaxing around a campfire, and many other outdoor activities.

Natalie Romanyk, CNA|CHHA

Certified Caregiver

Natalie Romanyk became a CNA in 2019 while working in supportive services for a local home care agency. She quickly embraced the responsibilities as a home health aide and took advanced training in Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Natalie is now on the certified care team at DRB Elder Care.

She excels at following a Care Plan and delivering a high level of care to the clients’ she serves. Her reliability is one of her finest qualities. Natalie enjoys working with people and has become a valued member of our team.

Her favorite pastime is watching movies, especially Al Pacino flicks, and she’s an avid follower of numerous sports. She loves to spend time with her fiancée and has become an enthusiastic animal person.