About YourCareRep Team
Our Mission
Our mission is to educate the public on how their Social Security and Medicare benefits work, so they may make wise and educated decisions. To help our clients maximize their benefits, while saving them the most money, and helping them practice safe-money strategies in retirement, to protect their assets and avoid longevity risk.
We Speak…
English, Spanish, Dutch and Russian!
Eddie Velez
Eddie Velez is the Founder and CEO of YourCareRep LLC, a fiduciary insurance agency specializing in educating clients on Medicare and retirement. He is also a veterans’ specialist, understanding the intricacies of the unique needs of veterans with TriCARE For Life, dependents on CHAMPVA, and those who only have VA healthcare benefits. Eddie is a former combat Marine veteran and the Chaplain of the Marine Corps League in St Petersburg, Florida.
Eddie is also a Registered Social Security Analyst® (RSSA) and has received training in Social Security regulations, claiming strategies for different situations and how to lower your taxes in retirement, to minimize longevity risk, and has earned the RSSA credential.
Amy Romano
Amy Romano is a dedicated and licensed Medicare Agent committed to helping individuals navigate their healthcare options with confidence. With a passion for service, she goes beyond her professional role by volunteering for the blind, demonstrating her deep commitment to supporting others in meaningful ways.
Originally from Oklahoma and now based in Florida, Amy combines her expertise with a compassionate approach, ensuring her clients receive the best possible guidance. As a proud mother of two girls, she understands the importance of family and care, values that drive her work every day.
Denise Simanca
Medicare is a complicated maze. So many people, like Eddie and me, learn about it because of caring for a loved one. Like Eddie, I also cared for my mom in the final year of her life. Having to learn about Medicare was an eye-opening experience. Now I know why so many people struggle with it and make life-changing decisions by mistake, for lack of knowledge and guidance. This prompted me to become a health agent, specializing in the Medicare arena.
Heather Strasheim
From a young age, my mother fostered my calling to help others by taking me to visit nursing homes, participate in charity walks, and consistently challenging me to look for ways to help others, inside and outside of church.
I initially worked as a Homeowners’ Insurance Adjuster, and eventually I became a caregiver to my parents in 2016. Since then, I have learned many things:
Natasja Melinger Hardy
Natasja Melinger Hardy is a seasoned and certified independent insurance broker in the vibrant Tampa Bay, Florida area, with expansions into Louisiana and Texas. She has a specialized focus on life, health, and retirement plans, and is dedicated to serving the unique needs of senior citizens. Natasja brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to her role, ensuring each client receives tailored solutions that provide peace of mind and financial security.
Mike Laubert
Mike Laubert, licensed in 2010, found his niche in life helping people with their life and Medicare insurance needs, in addition to his first love of church music playing the organ, piano and directing choirs.
Mike focuses on educating his clients about their life and Medicare needs and is just a phone call away from helping you find solutions for your needs!
Shar'Breona Bryant
I’m dedicated to helping my clients protect their financial security as they prepare for retirement. I hold myself to the highest level of personal and professional integrity and promise only to recommend insurance product solutions that are in my client’s best interests.
Terrence Works
Terrence Works is a highly experienced licensed independent fiduciary agent, specializing in Medicare, with over a decade in the health insurance industry. With a strong background in leadership and a deep understanding of healthcare, he is dedicated to helping individuals navigate their Medicare and retirement options with confidence and clarity.
Before transitioning into the insurance field, Terrence served as a U.S. Navy Corpsman attached to the Marine Corps, where he developed a deep commitment to service, discipline, and care for others. His leadership experience spans many years, allowing him to mentor and guide both clients and fellow professionals in making informed healthcare decisions.
Having traveled and lived all over the world, Terrence brings a global perspective to his work but is proud to call Florida home. As a devoted father, he understands the importance of family and works tirelessly to provide solutions that give his clients peace of mind. With his expertise, integrity, and passion for helping others, Terrence is a trusted resource for those seeking the best Medicare coverage tailored to their needs.
Wayne Parker Jr.
My name is Wayne Parker and I am a fiduciary agent which means I can help you with various types of insurance such as major medical , Medicare, Final Expense and or Life insurance. I got into health insurance by accident when I was unexpectedly hospitalized. The bills shocked me and I never wanted anyone to feel like I did. I find value being an agent by helping people and families protect themselves and get the care they need. I have been a licensed health insurance agent for over 10 years and enjoy helping people get the right coverage. I enjoy traveling, hiking and sports. I am a die hard Chicago Bears fan.
