Sara Saric
​Owner

Sara worked for the State of Illinois for 18 years of which 8 of them she specialized in assistance for long term care and supportive living residents. She received training and reviewed policy in detail to understand the changes brought about by the SMART Act of 2012. It is her desire to bring back that personal attention she strived for as a caseworker and make sure each family understands the process.

Amber Deese
​CASE WORKER

Amber joined Saric Consulting as a Caseworker in early 2021, bringing a passion for supporting families across all stages of life with a particular focus on assisting the aging community. She works closely with attorneys and families to streamline the process, leveraging her exceptional organizational skills to simplify the complexities of Medicaid planning. Amber’s self-motivation and dedication ensure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively, providing families with clarity and peace of mind during challenging times. Known for her empathy and understanding, Amber approaches every case with care and professionalism. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and is a proud mom to four teenagers.

Stacy Weissert
Office Coordinator

Stacy has been working with Saric Consulting since 2022. She is often the first voice the client hears when they call the office. She supports the front desk in answering the phones and scheduling clients, as well as supports the caseworkers as they prepare their cases for an Office of Inspector General review. Her previous work in an office setting gave her the ability to step into a role that was much needed to help the office run smoothly.

KATHERYN DOWNING
​CASE WORKER

Katheryn joined Saric Consulting in March of 2024 in the Springfield location. She spent the majority of her career working in long-term care facilities and served as a Business Office Manager in her most recent role. Katheryn is currently working on her business degree and will graduate in May of 2025. She enjoys working with our contracted homes and assisting their clients with the Medicaid process.

JULIE YORK
​FIELD REPRESENTATIVE

Julie retired from Federal Service after more than 38 years. She serves her community through various civic organizations, multiple endeavors and spends time with her husband, sons and granddaughters. 

Lindsey Jones
Case worker Account manager

Lindsey has been a caseworker with Saric Consulting since 2021. Lindsey's calm demeanor is soothing to families as they work through the Medicaid process. Her experience working with nursing home residents helps her understand the challenges with placement and other difficulties for both the resident and their families. Lindsey was promoted in 2023 and currently manages the Belleville location. ​

Jyothi Jayasimha
case worker

Jyothi "Jo" joined Saric Consulting in 2022. Her previous work as a paralegal for a local elder law attorney gives her the experience needed to handle the difficult and detailed cases. She can process cases in both Illinois and Missouri and will be an important piece of the Missouri expansion scheduled for 2024. 

Jessica pfeiffer
case worker

Jessica joined Saric Consulting as a caseworker in 2024, bringing with her a Bachelor’s degree in social work and extensive experience in community mental health. Her professional background includes a dedicated focus on social work and case management, particularly serving the aging population. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills, Jessica provides invaluable support to the families she serves. Outside of work, she enjoys quality time with her family and exploring new destinations through travel.

JENNY O'DONNELL
​Office MANAGER, SPRINGFIELD

Jenny joined the Saric Consulting team in 2023. She spent 22 years of her career working in long term care nursing facilities in a variety of roles such as Social Service Director, Marketing Director, and Admissions Coordinator - all of which involve the Medicaid process. Jenny advanced to a regional position as a Revenue Cycle Field Support Specialist overseeing the Medicaid process and then moved on to Regional Business Office Manager for several nursing facilities. Working in long term care has helped Jenny understand the difficult tasks that families and residents face when discussing, planning, and submitting Medicaid applications. Her goal is to help the families, clients and long term care staff feel a sense of relief and satisfaction when working with Saric Consulting.