A BRIDGE FOR INDEPENDENCE LLC
SARASOTA, FLORIDA

A Bridge For Independence, LLC is a Florida-based company specializing in providing essential support services to individuals with mental illness or physical disabilities. Founded by Kimberly Stanford, an experienced Registered Nurse with over 18 years in healthcare, the organization focuses on delivering elite caregiving and exceptional service, underpinned by her extensive nursing background across various care environments such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living, nutritional centers, and home health care settings. Kimberly Stanford brings significant expertise from her tenure as Regional Manager at some of the largest national healthcare companies in the USA, overseeing financial, sales, and operational responsibilities. Her experience also includes founding home care businesses, consulting with agencies on survey compliance, supervising psychiatric nursing for the mentally and physically handicapped across multiple states, where she holds recognition as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP). Additionally, her qualifications extend to Alzheimer's training and instructing in CPR and first aid. Beyond healthcare management, Kimberly has over 12 years of experience managing personal properties, with investments in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Florida. This reflects her understanding and commitment to overseeing property maintenance and client care comprehensively. As a current Sarasota resident, she actively manages professional properties while also embracing entrepreneurship in real estate investment. A Bridge For Independence was founded on April 20, 2008, and has successfully operated for six years by April 20, 2014, with Kimberly attributing its success to employing compassionate and well-experienced caregivers. In a notable expansion, the company affiliated with Croton Manor Assisted Living Facility in November 2016, marking its growth within the local area. A Bridge For Independence is distinctively known for being the sole service provider offering specialized mental care services around Sarasota. The organization not only focuses on expanding its territories but also emphasizes a holistic approach to care, ensuring that clients' needs are met in a variety of settings including homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or during hospital stays. With Kimberly at the helm as Manager, A Bridge For Independence continues to commit to enhancing lives and supporting communities by facilitating independence for those requiring special care.