Meet Our Team

David Baron acquired the Southeast Allegheny County Home Instead office in August 2007 after a 20 year successful career leading software technology projects for a number of prominent consulting and large corporations. David has an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Wisconsin – Madison and a graduate business degree (M.B.A.) from the Tepper School, Carnegie Mellon University. David has won numerous awards from the Home Instead’s Home Office for business accomplishments and is part of a select group of franchise owners involved in a leadership institute effort for our franchise network.

“I have a passion for ensuring that our seniors are cared for by the best Care Professionals in the industry and my primary focus for ensuring this outcome is recruiting, training and supporting the very best Care Pros and office staff.”

Personal Vision Statement: To create something powerful, ground breaking and sustainable (for the better) that will change the world for the next 50 years.

Desiree began working with our office in 2011 as a CAREGiver. She was drawn towards the position when reading the job description - it was the change she was looking for after working as a nanny. In 2016 she began working in the office as the Administrative Assistant, then started in Human Resources before being promoted to Office Manager in 2019.

Her Bachelor's & Master's Degrees in Social Work have helped her share meaningful relationships with our clients and CAREGivers. As Office Manager she helps ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly, and oversees the retention and engagement of our CAREGiver team. She loves our team environment and office culture, which she believes makes Home Instead a great place to be!

At home, Desiree is a proud tortoise mom, enjoys the outdoors, and loves to travel with her husband.

Olivia was a CAREGiver with Home Instead for about two years before joining our office team in 2021 as the Service Coordinator. She had plans to pursue a CNA license, but when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, she was led to a higher position at Home Instead. She still hopes to get her license one day, and says "you never know what the future holds"!

Each day, Olivia works diligently to coordinate client and CAREGiver schedules, making appropriate matches based on personalities and common interests. From the time a new CAREGiver walks into orientation, she works to get to know everyone and ensures their scheduling desires are met.

Outside of work, her spare time is all about her kids! She is also very crafty and enjoys home projects, and loves animals.

Personal Vision Statement: “Always strive to be the best version of myself, so I can provide that helping hand.”

A graduate of SNHU with a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources and Business Management, Sarah has served as our Manager of Client Services since 2016. She started earlier that year as a CAREGiver after her experience with her own grandmother, who had rapid onset dementia.

Sarah's efforts ensure that clients and their families have the best possible experience. She conducts quality assurance visits with existing clients and care consultations with those who are interested in our services.

In the community, Sarah is a landlord and is often busy with home projects.

Personal Vision Statement: To provide a helping hand and support to those around me while staying true to my myself.

Julianna began her journey as Recruitment Coordinator at Home Instead in April 2024, shortly after graduating magna cum laude from Washington & Jefferson College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology. Her passion for HR Operations grew during her time as an HR intern at the college, and is driven by how Home Instead culture enables this further. Inspired by her own grandfather’s experience with in-home care during her youth, Julianna is dedicated to recruiting Care Professionals who can bring the same positive impact and support to others.

She coordinates the recruitment process– from job listings, conducting interviews, and extending job offers, to assisting with onboarding new Care Pros. She oversees the recruitment process with one goal in mind: maintaining and strengthening Home Instead’s reputation for compassionate care and a supportive work environment.

In her spare time, Julianna enjoys hiking, yoga, reading research, and writing. 

Personal Vision Statement: To constantly evolve and grow, both personally and professionally, while using my skills to make a meaningful difference

Cindy joined Home Instead in 2015 as a CarePro, and was hired into the role of Home Care Consultant in January of 2024. She worked many years as a registered nurse in critical care and later in nursing management. She brings valuable experience and knowledge to her new position and shows determination and optimism when she is out in the community making lasting connections to strengthen the service coordination within the Senior Care field.

Cindy is married and has three children who are all on their own. She has one granddaughter who is nine months old, and Cindy travels to Utah when she can to spend time with her. She also enjoys traveling with her friends to trail ride and experience nature. Home for Cindy is a small farm on which her and her husband have cattle and horses.

Cindy supports the Westmoreland County and Southwest Allegheny offices, and her efforts and hard work make her a valuable addition to both teams!

Sue joined our team in 2016 as an On Call Coordinator then joined the team in the office the following year. After years of being self-employed, she applied at Home Instead after being referred by another employee.

She describes herself as "everyone's helper", providing assistance wherever is needed including scheduling, answering phones and more.

Outside of the office, Sue loves animals and reading.

Personal Vision Statement: To be calm in all situations and spread kindness whenever possible.

Amanda started her journey with Home Instead back in 2021. She left briefly but has joined us once again as our On Call Coordinator.  Along with her time here she also works full time during the day.  Amanda has 20 years of customer service and administrative back ground.So whether she is taking a quick call from one of our Caregivers or having a longer conversation with one of our many clients,  she makes sure everyone is taken care of.

Outside of the office Amanda is married with a young daughter. Her family the light of her life. In her "down time" as she says, she volunteers and helps coach her daughters baseball team and then makes sure her daughter makes it to her full time gymnastics schedule and meets.  Even with such a busy schedule, Amanda always has time to lend a hand or grab a coffee. 

Personal vision statement: To live life with integrity and empathy and be a positive force in the lives of others