The Story Behind Vital Ally
Vital Ally was born out of family need and desperation. In October 2015, Leslie Errington’s mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease. Struggling to manage her diabetes, she was at risk of losing her sight and independence. Leslie, 100 miles away, faced the challenge of coordinating care with her sister using only calls, emails, and spreadsheets—a chaotic and overwhelming process during a critical time.
Leslie developed a twice-daily care routine that, within five months, lowered her mother’s A1C by 4 points and preserved her sight, enabling her mother to live independently until her final months. This experience, combined with Leslie’s health tech background, inspired the creation of Vital Ally—a methodology turned app that simplifies caregiving and empowers families to deliver compassionate, connected care.
Our Team
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Leslie Errington: Founder, CEO
Advocate for Caregivers, Brain Health, and Women in Technology. Leslie is committed to improving human well-being through advanced technologies. She is an active Board Member on multiple boards, including the SF Walk Executive Leadership Team, Alzheimer's Association, and 3x Founder with 20 years of executive experience in startups, life sciences, and AI.
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Marc Fine, Program Director
Deeply connected to the mission of Vital Ally, he is a seasoned marketing professional with a Much-Better-Than Usual-Understanding of technology, health, and business strategy. As a synthesist and connector, he helps organizations become more successful.
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Marta Weinstock, Marketing Ops
Passionate about creating tangible health equity by addressing barriers to wellness. With a proven track record in both the nonprofit and business sectors, she leverages her expertise in marketing, strategic operations, and partnerships to drive meaningful impact, particularly in the realm of social impact technology and innovative social services.