Meet Our Team

Ken Tabb is more than just the owner of Home Instead of Brea, CA. He is a lifelong caregiver who has dedicated his life to helping seniors and their families. He assisted with the care of his grandmother when he was a teenager, and since then he has cared for several other family members, one of which has special needs. Ken also has over 26 years of experience in customer service and management from his previous career in the wireless industry.

Ken knows firsthand the challenges and joys of caregiving. He is passionate about providing personalized, compassionate, and quality care to each client. He also strives to educate and support families who are caring for their loved ones. He believes that seniors deserve to live their best lives with dignity and respect.

Ken is a caring, positive, and professional leader who inspires his staff and clients. He is committed to making a difference in the lives of seniors and their families.

With 38 years of experience in Health Care, both in Non-Profit and for-Profit sectors, the General Manager, Doreise Oliver has a solid background in Medical Clinical Operations. She worked as a Clinic Operations Manager for the Cedars Sinai Medical Care Foundation in Beverly Hills, where she oversaw the daily operations of a Primary Care and Multi-Specialty Medical Practice. Her biggest achievement was expanding the medical group from 4 to 45 Primary Care physicians. Later, Doreise became the Medical Clinic Administrator for Devita HealthCare Partners, where She managed a Primary Care and Multi-Specialty Medical Clinic that also offered post discharge care, palliative care, and senior programs. Doreise left her career to take care of her brother who passed away from cancer and their mother who suffered from dementia. She joined Home Instead through an invitation from her brother-in-law, Ken Tabb, a new Franchise owner, who recognized her expertise in Medical Operations and her passion as a caregiver. Besides work, Doreise enjoys cooking and volunteering and serving the elderly.

Stephanie began her employment with Home Instead in 2020 and was initially hired as both a caregiver and Client Ambassador. Her experience in outside sales and customer relations has been a plus for her in the development of her position as Client Ambassador.

As our client and caregiver base grew, Stephanies sole focus has been the development of her role as a Client Ambassador. This role encompasses the timely completion of  monthly and quarterly Quality Assurance Assessments.

Stephanie developed a questionnaire which she titled, Know Your Client. This questionnaire was created to assist the caregiver with detailed care instructions pertaining to their new client. The questionnaire is used as a guide to interview a new client or their family members. The information acquired references the details with primary focus on  the clients’ daily care needs, schedule, routines, favorite activities, exercise, food preferences, topics of interest, housekeeping tasks, client/family expectations.

When Stephanies mother was diagnosed with Dementia and could no longer live alone, she quit her job in 2013 to help her two sisters care for their mother. Her personal experience caring for friends and family, the 24/7 care of her mother, her positive experience with a home senior care service she and her sisters employed to assist in their mothers’ care, amplified her desire to help those in need of acute or prolonged care.

Chloe Santos is an experienced recruiter and engagement coordinator with a passion for connecting talented individuals with exciting career opportunities at Home Instead. With 4 years of experience in talent acquisition and 6 years of caregiving experience, she has honed her skills in identifying top caregivers, building high-performing teams, and fostering candidate engagement and retention. Chloe's comprehensive understanding of the healthcare industry has particularly placed her in a great position to aid stakeholders in sourcing the best care professionals in the market. She is deeply committed to promoting diversity and inclusion both in and out of the workplace. In her leisure time, Chloe enjoys spending time with her two daughters and family and challenging herself on difficult yet rewarding hiking trails.  At Home Instead, Chloe is particularly interested in finding caregivers who are compassionate, reliable, and have a passion for helping seniors.

Margie has joined the Home Instead Brea Office Team as a Client Care Consultant. She brings 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry, along with a deep understanding of the vital role that family plays in the care journey. Coming from a close-knit family herself, she recognizes the significance of familial support in promoting well-being and fostering a sense of belonging, especially during challenging times. Drawing upon her own experiences, Margie approaches each client interaction with empathy, knowing that behind every individual cared for, there is a network of loved ones who entrust Home Instead with their well-being. Just as she would want the best for her own family, she is committed to delivering compassionate and personalized care that honors the preferences, values, and dignity of each client.

Outside of her role as a Client Care Consultant, Margie finds immense joy in spending quality time with her husband, exploring the wonders of nature and embarking on new adventures together. Margie finds her greatest fulfillment in the loving embrace of her family, including her three cherished daughters and five adored grandchildren. One of the most treasured aspects of her life is the opportunity to share moments of laughter, companionship, and love with her remarkable 93-year-old mother. She also has a passion for baking. Whether whipping up a batch of cookies, fresh sourdough bread with her grandchildren, or experimenting with new recipes, the art of baking brings her joy and satisfaction.

Mika's passion for caregiving began in her youth, where she provided years of compassionate support for her grandmother and father during their illnesses. This early experience shaped her understanding of the importance of patience, dignity, and dedicated care.

Her journey with Home Instead started on the front lines as a Care Professional, where she gained invaluable hands-on experience supporting clients with diverse needs. Her deep commitment and skill led her to her current role as a Client Service Coordinator, where she has excelled for over a year. Mika now finds great fulfillment in the meaningful work of matching clients with the perfect Care Pro, building relationships that make a difference every day.
When she's not coordinating care, Mika enjoys spending quality time with her family, gardening, reading, and cooking.

Richy Samplina has dedicated nearly a decade to the healthcare sector, with a deep-seated passion for supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. Since joining the Home Instead family in 2021, Richy has become a favorite among our clients, known for his compassionate nature and his ability to build meaningful connections through conversation.

As a Lead Care Pro, Richy brings a high level of technical expertise to our team. He is highly proficient in essential specialized care, including:

• Mobility Assistance: Expert use of Hoyer lifts and gait belts.

• Clinical Support: Skilled in bed changes and complex personal care.

• Hospice Care: Providing dignified, compassionate support for families during end-of-life transitions.

Richy’s experience extends beyond home care; his background in facility settings where he managed care for multiple clients daily, has sharpened his ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure. In his spare time, Richy stays active in the community. He is an avid moviegoer and concert enthusiast, and he enjoys the creative artistry of tattoos. On quieter afternoons, you might find him at a local park feeding the ducks or enjoying quality time with his close-knit circle of friends and family.