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 Decatur, GA.
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
Kelee King - Chief Operating Officer
Kelee has worked for Home Instead since 2018 and offers extensive knowledge of senior care in addition to her passion and caring for seniors and their families. Her experience, enthusiasm and winning personality is perfect for connecting with the community and referral sources. She is an expert in developing relationships to further promote the services offered by Home Instead. Kelee was recently promoted to the Chief Operating Officer and provides leadership and guidance to her team which helps lead us to success. You may reach Kelee directly at [email protected].
Jane Lynch - Director of Finance & Administration
Jane has served as the Finance Manager for Home Instead since 2010. With more than 20 years’ experience in the finance field, she enjoys utilizing her business knowledge to foster great relationships between families and the office team. Jane recognizes the importance of the service Home Instead provides to our clients and loves that every day we make a difference in people’s lives. Jane can be reached directly at [email protected].
Kasey Mathews - Director of Business Development
Kasey joined the Home Instead team in 2024 and is a wealth of knowledge as a trusted resource in the medical and non-medical fields. She has a BBA with a minor in sports marketing, an MBA and is also a licensed nurse. Her passion for helping others is shown through her previous work experience in the ER, Long Term Care, Home Health and Hospice. Kasey is a developmental leader and focuses on teaching her team how to be successful at building trusted relationships. Home Instead allows her to develop and nurture relationships with referral sources, clients and their families along with helping the community learn what services are truly available to them. Kasey can be reached at [email protected].
Valerie Hymel - Regional Operations Manager
Valerie Hymel joined Home Instead in 2022. She has a nursing (LPN) background in the military and in the civilian sector; she is a seasoned Talent Acquisition Specialist who rejoined Home Instead after years of working in Ohio, where she recruited emergency medicine physicians. Her service in the Armed Forces (199th Support Hospital and 159th MASH), and managing experience make her the ideal candidate for her position as Regional Operations Manager. She loves helping people be the best they can be, and she uses her skills in coaching and mentoring to help them shine. She is passionate about leading teams to achieve their full potential. When she is not working, Valerie loves to unwind by sailing and cycling. She can be reached directly at [email protected].
Traci Phipps - Regional Director of Business Development
Traci Phipps joined Home Instead in 2026 as our Regional Director of Business Development. Traci brings a wealth of expertise from her previous roles as a sales representative at a durable medical equipment supply company and an account executive at a hospice company. She holds a degree in Business Education from Southeast Missouri State University.
Traci was drawn to Home Instead by our shared commitment to caring for individuals with the same dedication and compassion she desires for her own family. She is passionate about building relationships and helping families find the support they need, values that are central to our mission at Home Instead.
Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Traci now proudly considers herself a Georgia girl. Outside of work, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen and cherishing time with her husband of over 30 years, her two sons, grandson, and grandpups. We are excited to have Traci on our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make. You can reach Traci directly at [email protected]
Taylor Crocker - Engagement Coordinator
Taylor joined Home Instead in 2025. She is originally from East Atlanta and has a bachelor's degree from Full Sail University. Taylor comes to us with a background in business operations. She was drawn to Home Instead and her position here because she wants to make a difference by connecting our new hires with Home Instead clients and improving quality of life for both. Interesting facts about Taylor is that she is a classically trained pianist, EPIC fantasy reader, and a football fanatic. Her favorite football team is the Buffalo Bills. You can reach Taylor directly at [email protected].
April Abbott - Home Care Manager
April joined Home Instead in 2025. She is from Conyers, GA and went to Dekalb Community College. She has experience in real estate and managed apartments, rentals and commercial buildings. She also managed a pediatric office for 20 years. April chose to join Home Instead because she has always been compassionate, caring and ready to help as many people as possible. She loves being part of a team that cares deeply about their clients and staff. Outside of work, April loves spending time with her daughter and rescuing cats. You can reach April directly at [email protected].
Stephania Hart - Client Care Advisor
Stephania Hart joined Home Instead in 2024. She is originally from Tennessee. Stephania received a Bachelor's degree from the University of Tennesse in Knoxville in Foreign Language - German and has a minor in Business. The majority of Stephania's experience in the work force has been in account management for marketing and promotional products, as well as business development for staffing. She was drawn to Home Instead because she loves helping families. Outside of work she enjoys anything having to do with fitness, attending concerts and enjoying time with her family and her children's activities. She is also a foodie and she loves horses. Stephania says if she had all the money and time in the world she would have a farm with horses. You can reach Stephania directly at [email protected].
Iana Edwards - Business Development Advisor
Iana Edwards joined Home Instead in 2025 as a Business Development Advisor, dedicated to helping families navigate home care with compassion and expertise. With a background in marketing, wellness, and brand strategy, she brings a unique approach to senior engagement and client support.
Holding a B.S. in Communications, Iana combines storytelling, data-driven insights, and innovative strategies to connect families with quality home care solutions. Passionate about wellness and emerging technologies, she is committed to enhancing the caregiving experience. You can contact Iana directly at [email protected].
Bern Maramba - Inquiry Specialist
Our Team
Your Home Instead team in Decatur, GA 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.