Meet the Team

Guiding You with Compassion, Experience, and Expertise

Our team is the heart of what we do. We are a diverse group of professionals with deep experience in caregiving, healthcare navigation, aging support, and life planning. Each team member brings a unique perspective—but we all share one common mission: to provide families and professionals with trusted guidance during some of life’s most critical transitions.

We invite you to get to know the passionate individuals who are committed to helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Our Founders

Jane Mitchell – Co-Founder & Family Care Strategist
With over 15 years of experience in eldercare consulting and family advocacy, Jane co-founded this organization to bridge the gap between overwhelmed families and reliable care solutions. Her personal journey of caring for aging parents inspired a mission to ensure others don’t walk this path alone.
Specialties: Family guidance, eldercare planning, caregiver support

David Reynolds – Co-Founder & Clinical Director
As a licensed healthcare professional, David brings a clinical lens to our approach. He has spent decades navigating the healthcare system on behalf of patients and families, and now helps others build care plans that truly work.
Specialties: Care coordination, medical navigation, crisis planning

Shane Price – Founder
Golden Compass Senior Solutions is led by an Arizona native and senior care advocate dedicated to helping families navigate care with clarity and confidence. With a B.S. in Psychology from Arizona State University, a background in social work and emergency medicine, and 17 years of service in the U.S. Army as a medevac pilot in the Arizona National Guard, Shane brings both compassion and real-world experience to every situation. As a husband and father, he is committed to treating every family like his own.

Specialties: Senior care advocacy, family guidance, emergency medicine, local Arizona support

JC – Founder
As Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Golden Compass Senior Solutions, JC brings over 20 years of experience in relationship building and leadership to the heart of the company’s mission. With a strong foundation in connecting with people and leading with integrity, JC has helped shape a service built on trust, compassion, and results.

Known for a hands-on, client-first approach, JC works closely with families to navigate the often overwhelming process of senior placement, ensuring each decision is guided by care, clarity, and attention to detail. From understanding medical needs to aligning lifestyle preferences, every placement is approached with purpose and precision.

For JC, Golden Compass is not just a business. It is a responsibility to serve families with honesty, build lasting relationships, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.

Specialties: Senior placement, relationship building, family support, client care

Our Expert Team

Lena Harper – Client Care Coordinator
Known for her warmth and dedication, Lena is often the first voice families hear. She ensures every client feels supported from day one and helps match them with the right services.
Specialties: Intake, family support, communication

Michael Tran – Senior Care Advisor
With a background in social work and senior living, Michael offers insights into housing, long-term care, and aging-in-place strategies that give families peace of mind.
Specialties: Aging services, senior housing, family advocacy

Samantha Lee – Professional Services Liaison
Samantha partners with legal, financial, and healthcare professionals to support their clients through transitions. Her job is to ensure collaboration and continuity of care.
Specialties: Professional partnerships, cross-sector collaboration

Alyssa Brooks – Resource & Education Manager
From creating guides and checklists to leading workshops, Alyssa ensures our community always has access to the latest tools and insights.
Specialties: Education, training, content development

Our Approach

We provide concierge-style senior placement guidance. We focus on finding the right fit: Assisted Living Homes, larger communities, and Memory Care; then helping families coordinate tours and move-in with clear, consistent communication.

What Sets Us Apart

• Veteran-owned and Arizona-based

• Ethical, no-pressure guidance

• Trusted local network and ongoing support after placement

Want to Connect with a Team Member?

Reach out through our contact page or call/text us directly, we’re happy to help.