Erin DiCarlo
Founder | President

Erin DiCarlo founded Dovetail Companies in 2017 with a mission to help older adults make an overwhelming process, a more seamless one.

Some of her fondest childhood memories revolve around spending time with her grandparents, Nanny, and Da. It’s not that they were your stereotypical Hallmark grandparents, to the contrary. Da was a WWII veteran and he carried the scars physically and emotionally of veterans of that era. Nanny was kind, compassionate, and a dutiful wife and mother. What they did have and lived was a solid sense of family and the priority it takes over all else.

Together, they brought solace and peace. They helped to anchor and guide Erin, which would unwittingly launch her into her career.

Lauren Watts
Co-Owner | Vice President

Lauren Watts joined Erin as Co-Owner and Vice President in April 2018. Erin and Lauren share the same vision; to positively shift the way we view and support aging in America. 

Together they are building a community of experts to support older adults, and their families, during the planning and execution phases of a major life transition. Their approach is simple, individualized, and incredibly unique.

Lauren started her career in senior living working for a large New England-based provider, where she worked closely with residents moving from their home to community. Having worked with hundreds of older adults and witnessing the oftentimes overwhelming process, Lauren is committed to ensuring our clients have a positive experience and seamless transition. 

Joe Scott
Director of Move Management

After moving his mother to an assisted living community several years ago, Joe was motivated to retire early from a long career in financial services and pursue a calling to help clients with life-changing transitions. 

Joe brings move management experience from WayForth and Home Transition Resource in addition to a combined 30 years at Putnam Investments, State Street Corporation, and SS&C Technologies. This experience blends to provide a holistic, pragmatic approach to the transition process.

As a NASSM Certified Senior/Specialty Move Manager (SMM-C), Joe approaches each client’s move as if it were his mom’s. He recognizes that each client requires a tailored approach and has their own various emotions and feelings about the important transition to a new home.

Joe is a lifelong resident of Boston’s north shore and has volunteered for many years as a Money Manager with Elder Services of Merrimack Valley and North Shore and as part of The Beverly SeniorCare Inc.’s STAY Pet Services Program.

Clare Wishart
Assistant Director, Move Management

A native of the United Kingdom, Clare joined Dovetail Companies as a Project Manager with many years of experience in the service industries and people management.

Before starting a family, Clare held a managerial position with the largest UK supermarket chain, Safeway. During her time raising her three sons, she was a teacher's aide, focusing on children with learning difficulties. Clare later joined Generations on the Move in central Massachusetts where she discovered her passion for helping seniors during a transformational stage of their lives. When her husband’s job required relocation to eastern Massachusetts, Clare joined WayForth as a Project Manager prior to joining the Dovetail team.

Outside of work Clare loves to hike, bike, cook, knit, sew, and entertain her family and friends at homes in Reading, MA or on Cape Cod.

Juli Ford
Director of Home Sales & Community Liaison

Juli is a lifelong resident of the South Shore of Massachusetts. She grew up in Quincy and spent her childhood summers at her family cottage in Plymouth. Growing up in the bungalow her great-grandparents built-in 1929 sparked her passion for houses and the richness of family stories told through our homes.

When Juli's Dad passed in 2011, she learned firsthand how challenging the monumental task of sorting through a lifetime of memories can be (yes, there were 45 years of tax returns in the attic!).

As a Certified Senior Advisor®, REALTOR®, Seniors Real Estate Specialist®, and Seller Representative Specialist, Juli is honored to work with our clients and their families to support them through both the practical and emotional aspects of selling the long-time home. 

Before joining Dovetail, Juli worked in the nonprofit housing field for more than 20 years where she worked with organizations specializing in homebuyer and homeowner education, and residential real estate development.

Today, she lives with her husband, Rod, their two college students, their whippet, Louie, and Juli’s mom, Jane, in their multi-generational home in Pembroke, MA. 

Melissa Harris
Executive Assistant | Social Media Coordinator 

Melissa is a wife, mother to two little girls, and a highly spoiled Labrador, Toews. Melissa loves dogs and has been nicknamed “the dog-whisperer”. Often told she has a “special gift” when it comes to animals, she is an active volunteer with a local animal rescue—personally, fostering and training over 22 dogs.

Having a passion for Project Management she is currently working on completing her Project Management Certification, virtually through the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. A certified personal trainer and practiced yogi, she is also fluent in both English and French graduating with a bi-lingual diploma.

When the position of executive assistant opened at Dovetail Companies, she jumped at the opportunity. “What attracted me to want to work at Dovetail Companies is the way Erin and Lauren run their business. They are brilliant businesswomen; astonishingly genuine, attentive and incredibly kind-hearted, treating every client as if they are their own family. They are the types of women I want my daughters to look up to and that’s the kind of company I want to work alongside.”

Susan Ros
Training and Development Manager

For the past 11 years, Susan worked in the senior move management industry.  Eight of those years were spent assisting with the growth of a company (HTR) from the start-up phase to an acquisition (WayForth). 

She loves working with clients, but her true passion is helping coworkers behind the scenes, with training or working on special projects, to keep a company organized and headed in a positive direction. 

Outside of work, Susan volunteers with the Trauma Intervention Program of Merrimack Valley and Project Home Again.  She enjoys helping others by reducing their stress or making them feel even a little better on their toughest days. Her hobbies include: golfing, pickleball, and exercising.

Katie Shinnick
Finance Director 

A community connection brought Katie, to Dovetail. With a shared passion for both helping people and streamlining operations, Katie strives to make a difference in what is an emotional time for our clients and family.

Katie brings her administrative and banking background to her role as Finance Director. With a proven track record of success in supporting businesses, she is excited to further the mission of Dovetail in helping older adults undergoing a major life transition.

In her free time, Katie enjoys spending time with her family and trying new recipes. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Quinnipiac University.

Diane Garrity 
Professional Relations

I have always loved working with people and helping others, especially seniors. They are our mentors who we can learn so much from and deserve respect and dignity, but they may need assistance to thrive in their golden years. I was privileged to help care for my 100-year-old mom in her home with my sister, so I know how rewarding yet challenging it can be. It takes a village! I am a firm believer that everyone is unique and should be treated as such.

My work background is very diverse including public relations, marketing, retail, grant writing education, youth ministry, caregiving and volunteering, so I have experience dealing with all types of people. I meet them where they are, listen to their needs and try to offer the best solutions.

I am grateful to be a part of such a compassionate company that works with its heart and soul. We care about our clients and want to enrich and empower their lives as best as we can. We are honored to guide them and support them through their aging journey.

Barbara Lenihan
Transition Coordinator

A registered nurse for more than 40 years and since 2008, Barbara has been working with seniors in transition within assisted living communities, in-home care and hospice, and senior move management companies. 

Barbara’s passion and area of expertise in caring for others is critical in her role with Dovetail. Our clients and their families benefit from Barbara’s in-depth understanding of the challenges and hurdles that the downsizing and moving process brings.

Her timely attention to the finest details contributes to successfully executing often overwhelming and sometimes urgent moves. Barbara’s focus has always been to have her clients maintain control in a well-thought-out move process. 

Living in North Andover, MA with her husband Mike, Barbara enjoys hiking, traveling, and spending time with her three children and several grandchildren. 

Kirsten McMahon
Project Manager 

Since graduating from Quinnipiac University in 2013, Kirsten has worked in various service industries. Before joining Dovetail Companies, Kirsten worked in hospitality, Promotions Manager for the radio station 104.9FM and at the North Shore Music Theater in corporate and community relations. 

Her passion for senior care stems from the experience of transitioning her grandmother into assisted living prior to moving in with Kirsten’s family for the last seven years of her life. 

Kirsten is a Beverly, MA native and enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially her (adorable!) nephew. She is always ready for trivia as she can recall far too many TV show quotes and song lyrics. 

Lisa LoMedico
Project Manager

Prior to joining the Dovetail family, Lisa spent more than 6 years in senior move management. She enjoys many aspects of her work as Project Manager, enjoy but most importantly she is satisfied to know that she’s relieving some of the stress that moving can cause.

Joy is brought through hearing client stories and seeing the happiness in their faces when they walk into their new home for the first time.

When not planning a move, Lisa enjoys biking, tennis, golf and spending time with her husband, three children, and chocolate lab down on Cape Cod.

Erin Stafford
Project Manager 

After spending 30-plus years as a Project Manager in the Financial Technology field, Erin decided a career change was due.  She was spending time helping her mother upgrade her bathrooms to allow her to age in place.  In addition, she took on the challenge of fixing up an elder family member's home to get it ready for selling.  

These, and other projects, led her to work for Dovetail.  It was a perfect fit for her current skills and allowed her to expand her interest in helping clients age in place, or, downsize and transition to a new home. 

Amy Wagner
Project Manager 

Amy is an experienced project manager in corporate, executive and senior residential relocations. Having moved many times across the country growing up, she understands how disruptive a move can be. Amy's diverse background allows her to bring a detailed and personal touch to all of her clients during their moves; helping to manage the change, regardless of the size and complexity.

Amy's level of attention and care allows her to provide that single point of contact to seamlessly coordinate senior and elderly household transitions.

Anne Marie Casey
Project Manager 

Anne Marie spent the early years of her career in different management roles in the software industry. After the sudden passing of her father in December 2020, Anne Marie was faced with the primary care of her mother who has been living with Alzheimer’s disease. She says “The experience of moving my mom back to New England from Florida; choosing the best memory facility and care for her, trying to ensure I answered every question most effectively and advocating daily on her behalf made me truly appreciate the breadth of challenges so many families face.”

She decided to leave her job to have the opportunity to spend quality time with her mother, and with her memory care community. Through this experience, Anne Marie has earned certifications with the National Certification Board for Alzheimer’s and Aging. “I am thrilled to join Dovetail Companies to continue this journey. Advocacy and a hands-on conversion approach are the two most fundamental aspects of a successful and enjoyable transition. At some point in our lives, we all face downsizing, rightsizing and perhaps memory care.”

Anne Marie resides on the coast of New Hampshire. She is happily married with two daughters and a house full of fur babies; her oldest daughter is a neurology nurse, currently living in Denver, and her youngest daughter is studying to become a speech pathologist. They all enjoy travelling together, skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, and all things beach and animal-related!

Stephanie Moore
Senior Move Assistant

 As a Professional Organizer, Stephanie is passionate about helping clients make the most of their living space to maximize comfort and utility. With her person-centred approach and clear and open communication, combined with her extensive administrative and organizational experience, Stephanie follows the client's lead to ensure projects are completed as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

Sarita Broccoli
Senior Move Assistant

Sarita spent years in the field of engineering but found that her career path did not allow for helping people on a personal level.

With experience in helping her mother downsize and move from a long-held large home, and helping three adult children with many moves, she realized her talent and love for helping people transition and organize their homes.

Sarita joined the move management Industry two years ago with Home Transition Resources and WayForth. After learning of their commitment to personalized transition services, she was very happy to join the Dovetail family.

Sarita lives in Andover with her husband. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, camping, golf, tennis, travel, and cooking.

Michele Kane
Senior Move Assistant 

Michele’s career began with an art degree specializing in graphic design. With a focus on creative thinking, design, and visual problem-solving skills she provided design solutions ranging from logos to advertising and trade publications.

When ready to return to work outside the home after raising a family and devoting time to care for elderly relatives, it became clear to Michele that she saw herself in a role that involved helping older adults with life transitions. She finds taking their needs and collaborating to find the best possible solution for their life stage most rewarding. After her start in move management with WayForth Michele joined the Dovetail Companies family.

In her spare time, Michele loves practicing yoga and has completed 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. Michele is also Reiki Level One certified and enjoys gardening, art, photography, and sailing.

Sue Sweeney
Move Assistant

Sue lives in Tewksbury, MA, and is married, with a teenage son. She was a full-time accountant for the last 20 years, with the last 10 years working in the medical device industry. 

She became a client of Dovetail’s in the fall of 2021 when she was tasked with cleaning out and selling her parents’ home of 47 years. As an only child, this endeavor became very overwhelming and stressful. 

The solutions that Dovetail provided to Sue – appraiser, online estate sale, junk removal, and cleaning services – were a lifesaver.  Sue has always prided herself on being very organized and enjoys making things neat and tidy. 

After working with Dovetail on the consumer side, she realized that she would love to be able to help others in a similar circumstance and put her skills to good use. 

Dawn Baribeau
Move Assistant

Dawn spent 38 years of her career working in Law Enforcement as a Probation Officer. 

Dawn says "Working for Dovetail during my retirement has been a heartwarming change. I have the opportunity to help those around me transition to a different lifestyle, which has been so fulfilling. I cannot say enough about how proud I am to work with such wonderful, caring, and talented people."

Jean Jordan
Move Assistant

Jean resided in Pembroke, MA for 38 years: Where she raised two daughters, worked as an Early Childhood teacher and was a manager in a fine dining establishment. She moved to Wilmington, MA in 2010, to help raise her two granddaughters; working for The Parish of the Transfiguration Faith Formation’s office for 8 years overseeing the children, the teachers, and the Food Pantry.  

Once she retired, Jean joined Dovetail Companies – “This is a perfect part-time position for me where I work alongside a compassionate team, helping others organize and simplify their lives.”

Denise Erwin
Move Assistant 

After moving her father into a community on Cape Cod and learning the Dovetail family’s role in supporting seniors in transition, Denise knew that she needed to be part of it.

Before raising her children Kelsey, Craig and David, Denise spent 13 years at Blue Cross Client Shield; and before Dovetail worked as an administrative assistant the South Shore YMCA Learning Center.

Denise lives on Boston’s south shore with her husband and enjoys doing anything outside including biking, skiing, and sailing.

Terry Newman
Move Assistant

A member of the Move Management team, Terry brings 5 years of experience helping seniors transition. She enjoys the hands-on end of the process, carefully executing a thoughtful plan developed for each client. 

With a passion for organizing and decorating, Terry enjoys settling a client’s new space to feel like “home”!

Laurie McGovern
Move Assistant

Laurie has more than 22 years work experience at Fallon Health in Worcester, MA in a variety of financial roles:  IT Finance Manager, Purchasing, Budgeting & Forecasting.

Laurie has more than 22 years of work experience at Fallon Health in Worcester, MA in a variety of financial roles: IT Finance Manager, Purchasing, Budgeting & Forecasting. 

In January 2020, her parents moved to Assisted Living in Marlboro, MA. Having a “big” birthday during this time, Laurie reflected on her priorities: She retired early, sold her family home, and moved closer to her parents. A busy year followed with numerous doctor's appointments, visiting relatives, lunch dates, etc. Precious time! 

Mid 2022 Laurie joined Dovetail Companies to help others transitioning into their senior years. Laurie will be a resource to assist Dovetail to expand into Central Massachusetts. 

Rosanne Bourgeois
Move Assistant

With experience and knowledge from moving both of her parents to assisted living/nursing homes, Rosanne saw firsthand the stress, angst and sadness exhibited by her parents leaving their home.   

She had spent most of her career as a software developer creating solutions for Corporate Customer Service Organizations, facilitating their efforts to support their external customers. Working in this environment proved to be very rewarding by solving problems and helping others. 

Since retiring, Rosanne had been searching for a job that offered her the same opportunities to help others, "I have found that at Dovetail Companies."

Lauren DiCicco
Move Assistant

Through Lauren's years of hairstyling, she had the privilege of serving the elderly community. In doing so she developed a deep understanding and compassion for their needs. Lauren strives to make each and every client feel special. Home transitions for the aging population can be very stressful and overwhelming. Through compassion and attentiveness, Lauren can help ease clients through this difficult step in their lives.

Laura Parsons
Move Assistant

After a career in supply chain and digital marketing, Laura left her job to help care for her aging parents. She coordinated her father’s move into an assisted living facility, and several additional moves during his time living there.  

A long-time resident of the south shore, Laura is very active in her community. Laura was seeking part-time employment and a friend encouraged her to apply for a move assistant position at Dovetail Companies, where she is happy to be part of a company with a focus on helping families navigate life transitions.