Meet Our Team

Ben Karakunnel has over 14 years of experience in research, data analytics and marketing and uses the core values and the solid foundation provided to align himself to build a strong mission for his clients. His hobbies include watching movies, hiking and riding his bike.

Dr. Treasa Davis is our Chief Medical Officer for the Home Instead Senior Care Los Angeles Team.

Dr. Davis completed her medical school education at Michigan State University Medical School and finished her residency training in Family Medicine at Chino Valley Medical Center, California in 2014. She is Board Certified in Family Medicine.

Dr. Davis chose to specialize in family medicine to pursue her passion in continuity and community care. She believes in treating her patients as partners, collaborating treatment plans that are tailored to each individual patient. During her residency, Dr. Davis volunteered as a team physician for Relay for Life, high school football teams and at the local youth boxing teams in Chino, California. She has enjoyed living in the San Fernando Valley, and in her free time, Dr. Davis enjoys outdoor activities with her husband.

Katie Zeljak earned a Bachelors’ Degree in Social work from the University of Pikeville. She has over a decade of experience in the social work field and currently holds a license to practice social work in the state of Ohio. Her work experience includes hospice social work, bereavement and supervising clients with developmental disabilities. She has previously been a volunteer for the Alzheimer’s Association as a facilitator for support groups. Her favorite part of being on the Home Instead Team is being able to meet new seniors and offer education and empowerment on the next phase of their lives, while supporting her team in providing excellent service to the community. In her spare time, she enjoys the beach, bowling, and traveling in her RV with her Husband Ian and dog Madi.

With over a decade of experience in Senior Care, Stephanie Redondo focuses on ensuring that every client receives personalized care that meets their unique needs. As a Regional Manager of Home Instead’s operation, she guides local office teams, refines processes, and collaborates with community partners to provide comprehensive, holistic solutions that improve seniors’ quality of life. Stephanie is driven by the belief that every senior deserves personalized care and families deserve peace of mind, she is passionate about assisting families through their challenges and empowering our care professionals to deliver top-notch service. She has built a trusted network of professionals, collaborating with assisted living communities, senior resource centers, geriatric care managers, and financial advisors, to support families in navigating care decisions. Beyond operational leadership, Stephanie is dedicated to community engagement through initiatives like our 'Be a Santa to a Senior,' and is committed to being both a resource and advocate for seniors and their families at every stage of the caregiving journey.

Kendall Mesa is the Home Care Consultant for Home Instead - Los Angeles. In her role, Kendall builds strong relationships with healthcare providers, hospitals, and senior living facilities to ensure that seniors have access to compassionate, personalized care. Passionate about the senior population, Kendall loves making meaningful connections and takes pride in positively impacting their lives.With extensive experience in sales, marketing, and client engagement, Kendall works to expand Home Instead’s reach and help seniors and their families find the right care solutions. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Media Studies, which enhances her ability to effectively communicate Home Instead’s mission and values to the community