Our Founder
Carrie Grubanowitch is a dedicated professional, a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)® who passionately advocates for seniors and their families navigating the complex challenges of later-life transitions. Her background and deep commitment make her a valuable resource for families who are interested in purchasing a funeral trust.
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As a licensed funeral trust advisor and senior living consultant, Carrie Grubanowitch brings a uniquely caring and personal approach to every family she serves. She is passionate about helping clients plan for the future with confidence, ensuring they feel supported, informed, and protected. Carrie's extensive experience means she is uniquely equipped to address the financial and emotional challenges of end-of-life planning, making sure that both the client's wishes and their family's needs are met with compassion.
Our Team
Nikki Vineyard is a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)® and a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) serving the Northeast Texas community. As the owner of CarePatrol Northeast Texas, she specializes in guiding families through the complexities of senior living, including Assisted Living and Memory Care. Beyond placement, Nikki is a licensed Funeral Trust and Medicare Advisor, leveraging her expertise to help seniors protect their financial dignity and navigate long-term care costs with a fiduciary mindset. Driven by a personal mission to support families during life’s most challenging transitions, she prioritizes a holistic approach to care that balances high-quality living with essential asset protection.
Kala Hopp is a licensed advisor specializing in Medicare and Funeral Trust solutions, serving clients across Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Kansas. With a focus on the senior market, Kala assists beneficiaries in navigating the complexities of Medicare Advantage, Prescription Drug Plans, and Supplement Insurance. Known for a client-centered approach, she emphasizes the importance of financial security and fiduciary responsibility, helping families protect their assets through strategic funeral trusts. Kala is dedicated to providing personalized consultations that ensure her clients receive the full range of benefits and savings available to them, while building long-term relationships based on reliability and trust.
Carrie's Story
As a licensed funeral trust agent and senior living consultant, Carrie Grubanowitch brings a uniquely caring and personal approach to every family she serves. She is passionate about helping clients plan for the future with confidence, ensuring they feel supported, informed, and protected. Carrie's extensive experience means she is uniquely equipped to address the financial and emotional challenges of end-of-life planning, making sure that both the client's wishes and their family's needs are met with compassion.
Qualifications & Expertise
Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®:​
Ethical Standards and Advocacy: CSAs adhere to a strict code of professional responsibility, requiring them to prioritize the needs and well-being of the seniors they serve. This ethical commitment is essential for a trusted advisor in a sensitive area like funeral pre-planning.
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Masters of Business Administration (MBA)®:
Provides strong financial planning skills, which are needed in working with families who are planning for long-term needs.
Carrie empowers families with the expertise and compassionate guidance necessary to navigate funeral trust planning with confidence and peace of mind.
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LTCareNav
At US Funeral Trust, we believe planning ahead brings peace of mind. Through our partnership with LTCareNav, families can create a free, personalized long-term care plan to better understand care options and prepare for the future with confidence.
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US Funeral Trust has partnered with LTCareNav to offer families a free, easy way to create a personalized long-term care plan and take proactive steps toward future care needs.