
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 Sun Lakes, AZ.
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

Patricia Thiele, General Manager
In My Free Time: Patricia enjoys spending time with her three children, husband, and two dogs. When she has some time to herself, she enjoys cooking/baking, reading, and doing a wide variety of puzzle books.

Amy Corle, Recruitment & Retention Manager
In My Free Time: Amy likes to spend time with her husband, family, and friends along with her 3 dogs. She enjoys working on home projects, reading a good book, spending time by the pool, road trips and traveling to see new places and things.

Cierra Moyano, Recruitment Coordinator
Why Home Instead: Cierra began at Home Instead six years ago as a Care Professional/CNA while also pursuing a degree in Gerontology. She ended up falling in love with the company and felt fulfilled with the work being done to make the process of aging easier on our seniors and their families.
In My Free Time: Cierra enjoys hiking, running, and spending time with her husband and cat.

Elisabeth ‘Lisa’ Brownfield, Front Desk Coordinator Mesa
Why Home Instead: Elder care seemed like a natural next step for Lisa after her fulfilling career as a teacher. Working as a member of a team seeking to meet the needs of a particular community is an endeavor that Lisa has long participated in. She was naturally drawn to Home Instead, a leader in this enterprise.
In My Free Time: Lisa is happiest at home with a book in her hands and a dog in her lap.

Donna Bolanos-Radtke, Front Desk Coordinator SL
Why Home Instead: I chose Home Instead because I wanted to be able to brighten peoples days in some way and I truly just love the morals of the company and what it stands for. I love how Home Instead really prioritizes the needs of each client and clients' families to ensure the best experience for each individual.
In my free time: In my free time I like spending time with my friends, family, and my pets. I also really enjoy going fishing and going on hikes.

Amanda Volpe, Client Care Coordinator
Why Home Instead: When it came time for Amanda to look for her new venture, she knew that caring for people was what she wanted to do. She quickly found and fell in love with Home Instead and the clients that she was working with. Amanda learned everything she could while developing her existing skillset to grow within the company. Knowing that she is making a difference in so many lives keeps her going.
In My Free Time: Amanda enjoys the company of family and friends in her free time. She is also quite crafty and enjoys making things with her hands to share with those she holds dear.

Judy Howard, Client Care Coordinator

Erin Fenn, Home Care Consultant
Why Home Instead: Erin was found by Home Instead while life was changing. As soon as she began her career she felt right at home caring for others who needed help. Erin loves meeting new people and learning about their stories. She feels as though it is her calling to serve others. Every person that she has met through Home Instead is kind and she is thrilled to ensure they get the help that they need.
In My Free Time: When she is not working, Erin enjoys her time serving on the Mesa Tempe Christmas Light committee. She also enjoys doing jigsaw puzzles, family history research, and spending as much time with her children and grandchildren.

Maureen ‘Maud’ McKellip, Business Development Advisor
Why Home Instead: After retiring from her 22-year career with hospice, Maud quickly began to miss her interactions with her clients and patients. Coming to Home Instead, she was able to jump in and get back to meeting with people and doing what she loves most, helping our seniors.
In My Free Time: Maud enjoys spending time with family and friends when she is not at work. She also enjoys chocolate! It does not matter how it is served, as long as it is chocolate.

Cindy Fortenberry, Home Care Consultant
In My Free Time: Cindy enjoys being on the golf course with family and friends.

Joni Leiding, Billing & Payroll Specialist
In My Free Time: I love to travel, refinish furniture, spend time with family and volunteering at pet shelters and horse rescues.

Amy Pugsley, Billing & Payroll Specialist

Nikki Bensen, T1 Service Manager
In My Free Time: Nikki enjoys spending time with her son and husband, playing video games, and catching up on all the latest movies. Nothing satisfies her more than a cold Dr. Pepper on a hot Arizona day.

Michelle Parker, Service Coordinator
Why Home Instead: After recently graduating from college with a bachelor’s in psychology, Michelle knew that she understood individuals in a special way and felt called to utilize her unique understanding of compassion, empathy, and kindness in a meaningful way. She chose Home Instead because there has always been a special place in her heart for helping people, especially those who are faced with some of life’s most difficult challenges. Home Instead felt like the perfect opportunity to feel a sense of fulfillment for herself while helping others during their most vulnerable time.
In My Free Time: In her free time she enjoys spending time with her daughter, watching her learn, and playing with her cat and dog.

Megan Robinson, Service Coordinator
Why Home Instead: Megan spent over 20 years in the hospitality industry and wanted to take her love of people and turn it into something fulfilling. After watching what a difference Care Professionals made with her own grandmother, Home Instead was an easy choice. She now spends her days connecting with people and going home at night knowing that what she does makes a difference in people’s lives.
In My Free Time: Megan enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and 2 Goddaughters, as well as visiting new places.

Savannah Banes, T2 Service Manager
Why Home Instead: Savannah loves people! Making connections through her background in retail management, and aesthetician work has been so special to her, and she knew Home Instead would help her better the world even more!
In My Free Time: Savannah loves playing video games, watching her favorite movie Trolls, and trying new pickle flavored snacks!

Shiloh Ellestad, Service Coordinator

Melissa McGee, On Call Service Coordinator
Why Home Instead: Witnessing first-hand what is like when a loved one does not have the support they need, she vowed to do all she could to ensure that others were not left without care. Leaving a career of customer service and scheduling, Melissa came to Home Instead to find her place with the elderly. She works through the weekends to ensure our clients and Care Professionals' scheduling needs are met as best as possible, giving clients the care, they deserve.
In My Free Time: Melissa enjoys spending time with her children and eating her favorite candy, Smarties.
Our Team
Your Home Instead team in Sun Lakes, AZ 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.
