Skip to main content

Why choose us ?


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.

Your 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.

Kari Johnson

Kari Johnson

General Manager

Kari Johnson is the General Manager of the Kokomo Home Instead Franchise. With a background in skilled and assisted living, Kari brings extensive experience and expertise to her role. Her genuine passion for helping others drives her to make a positive impact on both individuals and the local community.

Diana Schrauben

Diana Schrauben

Client Care Coordinator

Diana was raised in a small town in Michigan where she discovered her calling as a caregiver at the age of 16 by caring for a close family friend. Diana moved to Indiana with her husband of 35 years, where they raised their children and set roots for the last 25 years. Diana started her journey with Home Instead when she came onto our team as a CarePro in 2015. Her background in Caregiving, Customer Service and Office Management has given her the tools needed to be our Client Care Coordinator. Diana enjoys interacting with and learning about all our CarePros and clients.

Mariah Douglas

Mariah Douglas

Recruitment and Engagement Coordinator

Mariah joined our team in September 2024 as the Recruitment and Engagement Coordinator. With over four years of experience in Recruiting and Human Resources, she brings a wealth of expertise to her role. At Home Instead, Mariah is passionate about serving her community by recruiting dedicated Care Professionals who provide compassionate support to aging adults. Her commitment to finding the right talent ensures that our clients receive the highest level of care and support.

Monique Williams Baker

Monique Williams Baker

Service Coordinator

Monique joined our team on August 2023 as a Care Professional and transitioned into the Service Coordinator role in October 2024. With a background in property management and hands-on experience working with our clients, she brings valuable insight to her position. Monique's genuine compassion for others ensures a positive experience for both clients and care professionals alike.

Our Social Purpose.


Our social purpose starts in Kokomo, IN 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.

    Car icon

    Free Care Resources

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