Maria Guevara

Experience

10+ years in communications and PR
3 years in nonprofit/home care sector
2023–present

Career History

7 years: Communicator at Quito Electrical Company – Internal and external communication strategies
Radio production experience – Pre-production, production, and post-production of own program
3 years: Nonprofit sector – Community engagement and organizational outreach

Location

Greater Chicago area
Illinois (serving across the state)

Languages

Spanish • English

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations and Organizational Communication – Universidad Tecnológica Equinoccial, Quito, Ecuador, 2014

Nonprofit Marketing and Strategic Communications Certificate – Arizona State University, 2025

English as Second Language – Harper College

Awards & Recognitions

Two Excellence Awards in Professional Workshops course – Social Sciences and Communication School, Universidad Tecnológica Equinoccial

Speaker at National Seminar of Ecuador’s Electricity Sector (ECUACIER), 2019 – Presented project on improving communication among electricity sector companies

About Maria Guevara

Maria Guevara is a communications professional with more than 10 years of experience in public relations and nonprofit outreach. As the Spanish Public Relations Manager at Home Care Powered by AUAF, she develops public relations strategies through community partnerships, organizes educational events, and promotes resources that support seniors and family caregivers. Her work focuses on increasing access to home care services and strengthening relationships within diverse communities across Illinois.

Languages spoken: Spanish and English.

Current Role & Responsibilities

As Spanish Public Relations Manager at Home Care Powered by AUAF, Maria oversees the Spanish PR team and implements public relations strategies designed to improve the quality of life of older adults and their families. Her work spans community outreach initiatives, media relations, event planning, partnerships with community organizations, and educational programs for seniors and caregivers.

Maria also serves as the company’s official Spanish-language spokesperson, representing the organization across media appearances and public engagements. In addition, she is the host of Cuidar es Amar, a podcast dedicated to sharing stories of love and caregiving while raising awareness about issues affecting older adults, caregivers, and families.

Professional Experience

Maria has hands-on experience educating seniors and family caregivers about home care services, caregiver resources, and Illinois community programs.

Illinois caregiver programs: Educates communities about Illinois home care programs and caregiver resources
Medicaid programs: Knowledgeable in Illinois Medicaid-funded home care services and eligibility requirements
Family caregiver support: Regularly conducts outreach and educational activities for family caregivers
Senior care coordination: Coordinates community events, referrals, and partnerships serving older adults
Disability services: Supports outreach efforts for individuals with disabilities and their caregivers
Program development: Develops and implements community programs, educational workshops, and outreach campaigns

Certifications & Training

Home Care Supervisor Certification – Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA)
Nonprofit Marketing and Strategic Communications Certificate – Arizona State University
Blue Cross Blue Shield Illinois MCO Provider Training
Healthcare Administration Training
Community Care Program Training
Medicaid-related Training
Continuing Education in various caregiving topics

Media & Community Engagement

Media appearances

N+ Univisión Chicago — Community Care Program & testimonial segment (August 2025)
N+ Univisión Chicago — Donation campaign segment (December 2025)
N+ Univisión Chicago — Resources for seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s (April 2026)
N+ Univisión Chicago — Senior’s month event, Golden Olympics (May 2026)
La Prensa — Multiple press releases published over the past two years

Speaking engagements / Community presentations

Maria is a frequent presenter at senior centers, community events, and educational workshops throughout Illinois.

Volunteer work

Maria is actively engaged in community outreach and advocacy supporting seniors and caregivers.