Meet Our Team
We believe every family in the area deserves tailor made in-home senior care with a compassionate touch. That's why we established Home Instead® of Kailua, HI.
Proudly Serving Aging Adults & Their Families
Our Promise
- Do what we say we’re going to do – each and every time
- Solve care problems using compassionate, person-centered solutions
- Engage in thoughtful relationships with the families we serve
- Give back to our community
Butch Merideth, Owner
Butch Merideth established the Windward and Central Oahu office of Home Instead in March of 2015.
With a bachelor’s degree in organizational communication and public relations and a Master of Science degree in Health Care Management, Butch has worked in the healthcare industry for the past twenty-three years, most recently at Kaiser Permanente Hawai'i Region. The desire to fulfill a passion for service to others led him to Home Instead.
“I was looking for a way to utilize my education and professional background to become a community leader through service and assistance to others,” Butch said. “My goal is to be a trusted and reliable resource for in-home senior care and an avid advocate for changing the face of aging on our island. I also look forward to providing meaningful jobs to caring people in our community.”
“I can think of no greater honor than to be able to assist seniors as they age in place and help them maintain the honor and dignity they have earned,” Butch said. “Seniors, and those who love them, can look forward to the future knowing that they will have a trusted partner in Home Instead.”
Nancy Boyd
Nancy joined the team as the Recruitment and Engagement Coordinator in May of 2020 before transitioning to Office Administrator in November of 2023. Originally from Alabama, she received her undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and her MBA from the University of Phoenix. She currently resides in Kailua with her husband and dog. Some of her hobbies are home renovation, kayaking, paddle boarding and just enjoying everything living in Hawaii offers. Nancy has spent her adulthood serving others as the spouse of a Soldier and that drew her to Home Instead where she can continue to serve the seniors of Oahu.
Nanizza Rivera
Nanizza began her journey with Home Instead in October 2021, initially as the Client Care Coordinator before transitioning into the role of Service Coordinator. She derives genuine satisfaction from building personal connections with both our clients and care professionals, which enables her to ensure the overall satisfaction of everyone involved – our cherished clients, their families, and our dedicated care professionals. Her academic background includes a B.A. in Communication Arts from Miriam College and an M.A. in Media from Western Sydney University.
Driven by a profound passion for helping others, Nanizza is eager to utilize her knowledge, experience, and skills to support our kupunas in aging gracefully, and with dignity and respect in their own homes. Outside of work, she finds joy in spending quality time with her loving husband and daughter.”
Kanani Fujiyama, Quality Assurance Coordinator
Kanani joined the Home Instead Team as a Quality Assurance Coordinator in December of 2022. After many years working as a Medical Assistant, Kanani transitioned to a career in nursing, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Hawaii. With over thirty years of experience, she worked in various nursing roles including Acute Care, Public Health, Primary Care, Chronic Disease Care Management, Sports Medicine, Quality, and has served in several leadership roles. Her goal has always been to help clients and their families manage their health as independently as possible based on their own health goals and is looking forward to continuing to serve clients and their families through Home Instead.
Jennifer Valentin-Schultz
Jennifer joined the Home Instead ohana in July 2024 as the Recruitment and Engagement Coordinator. She brings over 15 years of professional experience in organization and Administration and three years in education. She graduated from Heald Business College with an Associate Degree in Computer Business and Administration. Having lived in various locations due to her family's military affiliation, Jennifer has developed strong adaptability and a deep appreciation for diverse cultures. Before joining the Home Instead team, she closely served military families, provided comprehensive support and coordinated various programs to enhance well-being in her role as both a Program and Administrative Assistant with the Armed Services YMCA and Client Service Assistant and Lead Coordinator with the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society. Originally from Guam and now residing in O'ahu, Jennifer is passionate about helping others and delivering exceptional customer service to her clients. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys photography, paddling, hula, exploring new places, and spending time with her my family.
Taylor Lee
Taylor joined the team in March 2024 and currently serves as our Home Care Consultant. She grew up on the east side of Oahu and is a proud graduate of Kamehameha Schools. After earning her bachelor's degree from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., she returned home to give back to Hawaii's families as an IVF Patient Coordinator, helping those undergoing In Vitro Fertilization treatment to build their families. With over 5 years of experience with building and fostering relationships with IVF patients, and I year of assisting Hawaii's businesses and job seekers find mutually great matches for employment as a Recruiting Manager with a local staffing agency, Taylor is excited to express her gratitude towards the generations before her by supporting Hawaii's seniors and vulnerable populations with Home Instead.
Our Team
Your Home Instead team in Kailua, HI possesses a heartfelt desire to work with seniors in the community. It is our ultimate goal to forge extraordinary relationships between our clients and their Care Professionals.
When you are ready for help, our caring staff is on call to quickly answer your questions and accommodate your senior services needs.
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