 Debora Savoy - SPHR-Owner Since 2004, Debora Savoy has been in the business of caring as co-owner of Home Instead Senior Care in Bakersfield. A personal experience drew the Louisiana native to the profession.
"I watched my mother struggle to work and care for my grandfather, a World War II veteran," she said. "It was then that I knew I wanted to make a difference in the lives of seniors, providing care and companionship and helping family members who can't always be there."
Armed with a bachelor's degree in management from the University of Alaska, Debora has 20 years of human resources and program development experience, and a background in teaching and training. She's a member of the National Private Duty Association (NPDA) and has her Senior Professional Human Resource certification.
Community involvement is important to Debora, who sponsors the annual "Be a Santa to a Senior" program and is a member of both the Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce and Kern Senior Collaborative.
Debora comes from a long line of teachers and farmers, which explains her love for continuing education and gardening. She loves to travel, camp, read, and is addicted to HGTV.
She has three daughters and "two adorable grandchildren," she said.  Donna Steed - Community Service Representative As our Community Service Representative, Donna is responsible for educating healthcare professionals and the public about Home Instead Senior Care. Donnahas been working with seniors since 1998.
 Priscilla Salas, Staffing Coordinator Priscilla has been with Home Instead Senior Care as a gold Caregiver for several years. Please read her bio and welcome her to the office in her new role!!!
We asked Priscilla .. Why is working at Home Instead Senior Care personal to her? Her response follows:
Working for Home Instead Senior Care is more than a job, it's personal...
When I was 13 my uncle was diagnosed with cancer and my family was told he did not have much time to live. We struggled with reality then worked together to make him as comfortable as possible before he left us. That year I found a part of myself. I realized the lessons my mother had taught me about strength, determination, love, and respect were part of who I am. As long as someone needed help I would have these traits to make a difference in their lives too. Throughout my life I have cared for numerous people; listened to stories once forgotten, watched movies from years before me, and held hands with people I have loved like my own. Each one of these people taught me something new and gave me another reason why being a caregiver is very personal to me. |
