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Why choose us for home care in Tampa, FL?


We believe aging should feel empowering, not limiting. That’s why we provide personalized care with a human touch, helping older adults live safely and with purpose at home.

Our Team

Behind every phone call, visit, and update is your local team who genuinely cares.

We're here to help with whatever you need, whenever you need it.

Amy Harrington

Amy Harrington

Client Care Advisor/Lead Care Professional

Amy is a Client Care Advisor dedicated to ensuring every client receives the highest quality of service and support possible. With over 20 years of experience in skilled Nursing, she specializes in streamlining communication between clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create seamless, personalized care plans. She is particularly proud of her work on an initiative that increased client satisfaction scores by implementing a new, patient-centric onboarding process. I am passionate about advocating for clients' needs and fostering a supportive environment for all. When she is not coordinating care, she enjoys being an explosive detection, K9 officer with her black lab Gracie, while protecting and serving our community at many major events.

Maribell Espinoza

Maribell Espinoza

Client Care Coordinator & CPR Instructor

Maribell brings 13 years of experience as a CNA, where she honed her skills and passion for caregiving. Her transition to Service Coordinator at Home Instead was a natural progression, allowing her to continue supporting clients and Care Professionals from the office. As both a Client Care Coordinator and CPR Instructor, Maribell combines her knowledge and compassion to strengthen care teams and ensure every client receives the highest level of support. Her journey in healthcare has given her a deep understanding of the needs and challenges faced by both care recipients and providers. Committed to making a positive impact every day, Maribell takes pride in harmonizing care, empowering Care Professionals, and ensuring families have the peace of mind that their loved ones are in capable hands.

Cat Sumalinog

Cat Sumalinog

Recruitment Coordinator

Cat serves as a Recruitment Coordinator at Home Instead, where she connects with candidates who aspire to become Care Professionals. As one of the first touchpoints in the hiring process, she introduces prospective team members to the meaningful rewards of caregiving and ensures we bring on compassionate, qualified individuals dedicated to delivering exceptional care for aging adults. With a degree in Industrial Psychology and more than a decade of experience in high-performing service environments, Cat combines her academic foundation with real-world leadership expertise. She contributes to recruitment coordination, candidate evaluations, and HR operations with a balance of analytical skill and human-centered insight. Outside of work, Cat is a devoted mother who enjoys cooking and creating special moments with her family. Guided by her belief that "growth happens when we combine experience with empathy and data with intuition," she continues to inspire both colleagues and candidates through her thoughtful and impactful approach to recruitment.

Gee Fuentes

Gee Fuentes

Service Manager

Gee serves as Service Manager at Home Instead, where she works closely with our virtual schedulers to ensure clients are paired with Care Pros who best meet their needs, providing comfort and peace of mind. She supervises and supports the scheduling team in staying organized and on track, helping us consistently deliver reliable, high-quality service. Gee's goal is to create a smooth and positive experience for both clients and caregivers every step of the way.

Jennifer LaMaire

Jennifer LaMaire

RN

Jennifer joined Home Instead in December 2022 and serves as a Registered Nurse, reviewing care plans and quality visits while recommending the appropriate level of caregiver support for each client. With over 20 years in the medical field, including 16 as a Registered Nurse, her experience spans critical care, hospice, and palliative care. Passionate about patient advocacy, Jennifer is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of quality care. Outside of work, she enjoys life on her small farm in Dade City with her husband, twin boys, and their many animals.

Mike Sierra

Mike Sierra

Business Development Advisor

Mike Sirera is a Business Development Advisor with over six years of experience in the healthcare industry, spanning both clinical hospital environments and administrative the administrative side. His diverse background gives him a well-rounded understanding of the healthcare landscape and the unique needs of those he serves. Mike specializes in building strong, lasting relationships with healthcare providers, fostering the trust and collaboration needed to drive meaningful referrals and connect clients with the right care. He is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of his clients and is proud to serve the Hillsborough County community. Whether working with individuals or families, he is committed to providing thoughtful guidance and dedicated support every step of the way.

Kimberly Di Marco

Kimberly Di Marco

General Manager

As General Manager, Kim oversees daily operations, supports a dedicated office team and Care Professionals, and ensures families receive reliable, high-quality care delivered with professionalism and heart. Kim is known for building strong caregiver teams, fostering meaningful relationships with clients and referral partners, and maintaining high standards of compliance and service excellence. In addition to her home care leadership, she brings valuable experience in marketing support and corporate administrative operations, with a foundation in communications, content review, and organizational coordination from her earlier career in the insurance and corporate advertising industries. This diverse background allows her to blend operational expertise with strong communication skills, all while remaining deeply committed to supporting seniors and their families with dignity, accountability, and warmth.

Gina Connell

Gina Connell

Regional Director of HR & Operations

With over twenty years in patient-facing clinical administration, Gina has built her career around collaboration, coordination, and compassionate care, and where she leveraged her leadership to strengthen service delivery and client support. Dedicated to fostering a culture of understanding and advocacy, Gina's mission is to enhance the quality of life for seniors and their families every day. Her professional journey is deeply personal-having cared for both of her parents through Alzheimer's disease, she brings a unique perspective and deep empathy to her work. This firsthand experience with caregiving and chronic illness fuels her commitment to supporting families, closing care gaps, and championing innovative solutions in senior care.

Get to Know a Care Pro


Tajuana C., Home Instead Tampa

With over a decade of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), including time in the neurosurgery department at Tampa General Hospital, Tajuana C. brings deep clinical knowledge and heartfelt compassion to every care visit.

Now serving older adults across the Tampa area, Tajuana says home care allows her to do what she loves most—help people and connect with families. “It gives me a sense of giving back,” she says. “Every day, I get to be a part of someone’s life at a time when they need care and kindness.”

Tajuana is especially skilled in end-of-life care, offering calm, comforting support in even the most difficult moments. Her approach is grounded in professionalism and empathy, helping families feel secure in her hands. “My goal is to make sure families feel confident in my skill set and my presence,” she says. “I try to be a regular, familiar face and someone they can count on.”

She also understands the emotional and financial realities families face when seeking care. “There’s a huge demand for home care, but not everyone can afford it,” she shares. “I wish more people had access to the resources and support they need. Home care makes a difference in every part of a family’s life.”

For Tajuana, it’s the personal connections that make the work meaningful. “I love building relationships with clients and their families,” she says. “One thing I’ve learned? Life is precious. It comes to an end for all of us so make the best of every day.”

She’s proud to be part of the Home Instead team in Tampa, where encouragement and teamwork go hand in hand. “The office staff truly cares,” she adds. “They’re always checking in, making sure someone’s there for every client. That kind of support makes all the difference, for Care Pros and families alike.”

Our Social Purpose.


Our social purpose starts in Tampa, FL but it carries on across the world. The Home Instead network works to create a world where people own their aging journeys. This vision drives us to expand the world’s capacity to care.

    Giving Back

    Home Instead helps older adults age with greater hope and success whether they're our clients or not.

    Be a Santa to a Senior

    Need help during the day? Overnight care? Weekend coverage? We offer flexible options, on-time visits, and reliable care from Care Pros you know and trust.

    Walk to End Alzheimers

    Home Instead walks to help end Alzheimer’s and support families affected by the disease with hope, awareness, and community care.

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    Free Care Resources

    We strive to help family caregivers navigate the aging journey by providing helpful, free resources.