With more than a decade of experience working under the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders and as a geriatric social services professional, Cesar Silverio has found happiness advocating to help elders age in place and in-community. He has collaborated with many local agencies and the Department of Social Services to help more than 500 elders remain where they want to live.  

When the pandemic began, Cesar helped seniors access food and other goods during one of the most challenging times. In his previous role as a Director of Business Development, he helped his organization by going out into the field to help grieving seniors. Using protective equipment, he conducted assessments and went to patients’ homes when many social workers could not go out due to state regulations during the pandemic. His passion for elder care has allowed him to continue to provide wellness in the community and beyond. 

Here at The Towers, Cesar is a powerful force and uses positive attitudes, empathy, and tireless energy to encourage people around him to succeed. Cesar has a Master of Business and Public Policy and a Bachelor’s in Social Work and Sociology. He specializes in Geriatric Social Services and is responsible for working alongside the Social Services professionals and Resident Services Coordinators at The Towers.

Cesar is inspired daily by his faith. He is a youth pastor with his wife at the Church of the Nazarene in Bridgeport, where they serve with Tip of the Spear Ministry, a youth group of over 60 youngsters.

Michelle O’Brien assists new residents during their first few months at The Towers to acclimate to their new home and community. She started working at The Towers in July of 2006. She loves getting to know the residents and their families through their stories. Michelle graduated from Southern Connecticut State University in 2001 with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. She is the Board President of a Not for Profit Theater in Wallingford. She lives in North Haven with her husband, Dan, a High School English Teacher, and their teenage daughter, Morgan.

Dean Tinari has been working as the Healthy Living Program Coordinator at The Towers since November of 2018. He is responsible for the creation and management of many of the programs offered at The Towers. He also works in conjunction with the therapy team to coordinate referrals. Dean wears many hats at The Towers as the residents can attest. He has two decades of experience creating safe and effective exercise programs for people of all ages and fitness levels. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science and the Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist Certification distinction through the National Strength & Conditioning Association. He enjoys having a positive impact on the lives of seniors in all areas of wellness. Dean lives in Branford with this wife.