Our Team

Leadership Team

Joanne Pantuso

Owner and Visionary

After a successful 30-year career in the tech industry, including 16 years as an executive at Salesforce, Joanne turned her innovative spirit and leadership expertise to revolutionizing senior care.

Her experience in cultivating strong company cultures and leading “future of work” initiatives now drives the “future of senior care” at AmberCare.

Jamie Pantuso

Design and Development Lead

Jamie brings over 35 years of experience as a LEED-certified, custom General Contractor to AmberCare, with a distinguished portfolio of projects across Silicon Valley, San Francisco, and Napa Valley. His expertise in high-end construction and design, honed through a career in luxury residential and commercial projects, ensures that AmberCare properties meet the highest standards of quality, sustainability, and functionality. Jamie’s commitment to creating beautiful, purpose-driven spaces enhances the comfort and well-being of each resident, setting a new standard for senior living environments.

Kathryn Cook

Licensed Vocational Nurse/Administrator

Kathryn brings over 20 years of specialized experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Geriatrics, bringing unparalleled expertise and compassion to her work with seniors. Since 2007, she has also served as an RCFE Administrator, where her deep knowledge of care standards and commitment to excellence have made her a trusted leader. As a certified provider for staff training in residential care, mandated by the California Department of Social Services, Kathryn ensures that AmberCare’s caregivers meet the highest levels of professionalism and quality, empowering them to deliver outstanding, compassionate care every day.

Our Care Team

Our caregivers are the cornerstone of the AmberCare experience. We carefully select individuals who not only have the necessary skills and experience but also possess:

  • A genuine passion for senior care.
  • A warm and compassionate demeanor.
  • A commitment to ongoing learning and improvement.
  • The ability to bring joy and light into the lives of our residents and clients.

Welcome, from all of us!

We invite you to experience the difference that truly personalized, luxury senior care can make in your life or the life of those you care about most.