About Leighton

My 15 year background in social work and service in my own family and church gave me numerous opportunities to understand and address the needs of children and caregivers, including the most senior members of a household. Growing up, I spent time watching TV and speaking with my grandparents about life. I would also help out around the house and yard. This type of engagement transferred over to my interaction with seniors in the church. I currently help some of them to navigate technology. Many of the children I served as a social worker lived with their grandparent(s) who did their best to manage the household with little help from other family members. Understanding how overwhelmed they became at times, I often tried to provide some relief by staying in contact, being responsive, listening to their concerns, and advocating on their behalf, especially when there was a misunderstanding.