Meet Our Team

Home Instead is personal for me for many reasons. The first and most important reason is connected to my faith. James 1:27 reminds me, “Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God means caring for orphans and widows in their distress.” The other, more personal reason involves my role in caring for my mother, a widow diagnosed with early onset dementia at the age of 58, in 2013. Because of her illness, I've personally lived the experience of helping to provide care for someone in need. I’ve seen the impact that meeting her needs has had on her quality of life for three years. I’ve also seen the way it has impacted my family, my friends, and my own heart. From the time I sit down at my desk every morning, I am driven to help, even in the smallest measures—a phone call, a reassuring laugh, or empowering our caregivers to do their job effectively—to meet needs for those who are struggling. I’m thankful to play a small part in that process at Home Instead.

When not working, my home life with my husband and three children keeps me more than busy.

My healthcare journey began at age of 15 when I started volunteering at a hospice. This early experience ignited a lifelong passion for supporting individuals and their families during some of life's most challenging moments. Since, I have gained valuable experience working in assisting living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

My home care journey began when my grandfather's health rapidly declined in 2019. Determined to keep him in the comfort of his own home, I navigated the complex world of home care options and coordinated his care.

Joining the Home Instead team, I am excited to leverage my knowledge and expertise to assess individual needs, create personalized care plans, and ensure clients receive the customized support they need to thrive at home. I want to provide a safe space for familities to share their experiences during care consultations, educate, and be a strategic partner in planning care for their loved ones.

I chose Home Instead because of the wonderful, high-quality personal care they provide for those who need it the most. Home Instead is personal to me because of the relationships I have with my two grandmothers. After my grandmother started to be put on oxygen, my family and I were lucky enough to provide her with services that are very similar to the services provided by Home Instead. I knew how important it was for my grandma to stay in the comfort of her own home, just like many other seniors in need of some extra care. I am excited have the opportunity to build relationships with our wonderful clients and lovely caregivers at Home Instead through hiring and training. I am so thankful to be a part of this wonderful team and the ability to make a difference in people's lives!

I came to Home Instead at a time when I needed to make personal changes. One of the changes I knew I needed to make included where I spent a lot of my time – my job.  I wanted to make sure I was doing something that I loved, something that made me happy. I wanted to help make a difference in people's lives. I have cared for loved ones almost all my life I just knew it was something that I wanted and needed to do.  I started as a caregiver in August of 2021 and was promoted to Lead Caregiver shortly after. I split my time between being in office and in the field with our clients – the best of both worlds!

My journey to Home Instead was driven by a deep-seated passion for improving the lives of older adults, rooted in the cherished relationship I have with my grandparents. My previous professional experience involved extensive interaction with clients, where I learned to actively listen, assess individual needs, and provide tailored solutions. For years, I worked with young adults, essentially providing resources they needed to succeed, and this experience taught me the value of being intentional and assessing needs. This has equipped me with the skills necessary to work effectively with seniors, ensuring their unique needs are addressed with care. I am honored to be part of the Home Instead team .