Who's Who at Silverado Senior Living - Escondido

Escondido Information

1500 Borden Rd.
Escondido, CA 92026
760-737-7900
FAX 760-737-8184

 

Daizel Gasperian - Administrator

Growing up, Daizel was surrounded with family members working in various healthcare professions. So it was natural for her to follow with family tradition. Daizel initially attended the University of California in Irvine as a pre-med student, but soon fell in love with Business Administration. Graduating with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Business Administration, she entered USC’s Masters in Business Administration program. Still passionate about working in the healthcare industry, she completed the masters program with an emphasis in healthcare administration.

She began her career working as a Marketing Director for a skilled nursing facility and soon was accepted into an Administrator in Training Program. Daizel’s training emphasized quality assurance involving every aspect of operations in different types of long-term care settings. She obtained her Nursing Home Administrator license in 1997.

Daizel has come full-circle and is passionate about her career. She joined Silverado Senior Living – Escondido in November 2004 is proud to be part of the Silverado family.

E-Mail: dgasperian@silveradosenior.com

 

 

Joe Ramsdell, MD - Medical Director

A professional with boundless energy and a true commitment to his calling, Joe Ramsdell, MD has enjoyed a distinguished career with the University of California at San Diego. He currently serves as Director of the UCSD Comprehensive Geriatric Program; Director of the UCSD Clinical Trials Center; Professor of Medicine at UCSD and Division Head of General Internal Medicine/Geriatrics. Dr. Ramsdell also serves as Director of UCSD Home Care. He has authored and co-authored over 75 publications in the field of geriatric and pulmonary medicine and is a reviewer for over a dozen professional journals and associations, including the American Federation of Clinical Research, Journals of Gerontology and the New York State Journal of Medicine, among others.
As a member of the San Diego community, Dr. Ramsdell has also generously offered his time and expertise to a variety area services and programs. He serves on boards and advisory committees for numerous organizations that serve the health and well-being of San Diego’s population, with a particular focus for the elderly.

 

 

Marcia Kravetz , RN - Director of Health Services

Marcia received her RN in 1985 from the  Graduate School of Nursing at the University of Alberta Hospital in Canada. She worked in both hospital and skilled nursing settings before joining the Silverado team in 1999, and since 1996 has also been called upon to provide her services as a nurse consultant to various pharmaceutical and medical services companies. 

One of our more talented singers, Marcia has recorded with the Handell choir, and has made a number of radio advertisements. She loves outdoor sports, especially skiing, roller blading and swimming. 

Marcia manages all nursing activities at Silverado Senior Living-Escondido.

E-mail: MKravetz @SilveradoSenior.com

 

 

Matthew Parcasio- Director of Resident and Family Services

As an aspiring leader in the field of aging, Matthew understands that communication, teamwork, and valuing differences are essential in providing quality care and service. He inspires others to want to get involved on concerns and issues facing our elderly in the community.

Matthew graduated at San Diego State University with a B.A. degree in Gerontology and was awarded an M.A. degree in the same field at San Francisco State University. Matthew started his professional career by doing numerous volunteer works in long term care administration to further his knowledge and experience. He developed his expertise by associating himself with other health care organizations and applying his social work skills. Matthew’s altruism is exemplified by his patience, compassion and sensitivity to the needs of other people.

Matthew provides support to Silverado residents and resident’s families.

Matthew’s other passion is Golf.

E-mail: Parcasio@SilveradoSenior.com

 
 
 

 

Pat Thompson - Director of Program Services

Pat has directed activities for the frail elderly and individuals experiencing Alzheimer’s disease for 16 years. In 1992, the facility in which Pat coordinated activities was selected as California’s “Facility of the Year” by the White House Conference on Aging. In 1987 and 1997, she was awarded the “Better Life Award from the San Diego Health Care Association. 

E-mail: PThompson@SilveradoSenior.com