Care Collaborative

About us

Meet the people guiding your family’s care

Care, led by people who’ve been at the bedside.

Care Collaborative was founded by a nurse and an occupational therapist who saw the same thing again and again: families doing their best to coordinate care with no one to guide them. We built the partner we wished those families had.

Liz Stokes and Nancy Murphy, co-founders of Care Collaborative, sitting on a park bench in Philadelphia

Our mission

To help older adults live well, at home, for as long as possible

We combine clinical expertise with genuine advocacy. That means understanding the whole picture, honoring what each person wants for their life, and making sure the care around them actually works together.

We deliberately offer a softer, more human approach: sophisticated and capable, never cold or clinical.

What guides us

  • Advocacy. We work for you and your loved one, first and always.
  • Independence. We protect dignity and choice at every stage.
  • Continuity. One steady point of contact, from the first call onward.
  • Partnership. With families, physicians, and the wider care team.
  • Compassion. Because this is personal, and we treat it that way.

The team

Who you’ll work with

Liz Stokes, occupational therapist and co-founder of Care Collaborative

Liz Stokes, OT

Co-founder · Occupational Therapist

For nearly two decades, I’ve dedicated my career to helping people regain independence, rebuild confidence, and continue living life to the fullest. Much of my career has been spent in acute rehabilitation, where I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals and families through some of life’s most challenging transitions.

Whether navigating recovery after a stroke, injury, or surgery, or adjusting to a life-changing diagnosis, I understand how overwhelming these experiences can be. I also know how meaningful it is to have someone in your corner who listens, understands your priorities, and sees the whole person, not just the challenges they face.

My goal is for every client and family to feel heard, empowered, and supported, not only during times of change, but throughout the journey of aging and maintaining independence. I consider it a privilege to help families make informed decisions, navigate transitions, and find greater peace of mind in the care of someone they love.

Outside of work, I enjoy life in the Philadelphia area with my husband and our two active boys. You’ll often find me cheering from the sidelines at a local baseball field or basketball court, spending time with family, or enjoying an active lifestyle. I believe that staying engaged in the things we love is an important part of living well, and that belief carries into the way I support every client and family I serve.

Nancy Murphy, registered nurse and co-founder of Care Collaborative

Nancy Murphy, RN

Co-founder · Registered Nurse · Care Navigator

Nancy is a registered nurse and co-founder of Care Collaborative. She leads clinical oversight and care coordination, translating complex medical information into clear next steps and making sure every provider involved is working from the same plan.

We’d love to hear your story

Every family is different. Start with a conversation and we’ll take it from there.

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