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Why choose us for home care in Metairie, LA?

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.

Meet 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.

Lisa Rabito

Lisa Rabito

Franchise Owner

[email protected] Nothing means more to Home Instead franchise owner Lisa Rabito than family. The New Orleans-area native is surrounded by a close-knit, loving family that includes husband Mark, sons Matthew and Christian, and daughter Laura. Every member of Lisa's family has embraced a benevolent career that involves helping others. Lisa, who grew up in a warm family setting and graduated Mount Carmel Academy, is a Louisiana State University grad. Lisa has another family. It is the Home Instead staff and Caregivers, as well as the Metairie franchise's clients and their families. Lisa's Home Instead family has served the Orleans and Jefferson Parishes for nearly 20 years. "For me," Lisa firmly said, "everything is about relationships. With strong family ties, you have an authentic count-on-me stability, dignity, respect and help when it's requested. Everything about Home Instead is like family to us."

Christian Rabito

Christian Rabito

General Manager

[email protected] My tenure at Home Instead these past 10 years has helped shape me into the person I am today - I started as a Caregiver, worked in the billing and payroll department, hired and recruited Caregivers, worked as the marketing director for 8 years, and currently have been promoted to the General Manager position. I want to learn each and every day about not only this company, but also the home care industry in general. I believe this industry is ever-evolving, and I want to make sure we are well equipped to handle the needs of our client base and Care Professionals. I am a husband to my wonderful wife Katie, a father to my baby boy Remy (and 2 cats), and an avid Saints and LSU fan. I graduated from Jesuit High School, then received my undergraduate degree at LSU in Management, and finally graduated from Loyola with my MBA.​​​​

Tiffany Smith

Tiffany Smith

Scheduling Coordinator

[email protected] I have been with Home Instead for 10 years in September 2023. I started off as a Caregiver. I have always loved caring for others and giving back. I wear many hats at Home Instead, like working on-call staffing, assistant admin staffing, and now Staffing in the office. I enjoy making connections with Care Pros and clients. I also get the joy of hearing some of the most wonderful stories from clients, client family members, and our Care Pros. Lastly, I am so proud to say that my grandmother, Bobbie Smith, won Caregiver of the year in 2012. She has always been such an inspiration to me and taught me how to care for others and to respect my elders. If I am lucky, I will become a senior, one day.

Linda DeSue

Linda DeSue

RN

​ [email protected] I have been a nurse for over 50 years and have enjoyed every minute of it. I have worked in acute care hospitals and long term care before coming to Home Instead. Home Instead enables me to connect with clients and Care Pros and help wherever I am needed. I have been with Home Instead for 5 plus years, starting as a Care Pro, and then moving into education and training , and also into the Client Care realm. Growing up in Pittsburgh, PA, I am part of a legacy of blue collar hard working individuals . Go Steelers! As the oldest of 10 children, I have been a caregiver all of my life. I truly feel I am where I was meant to be.

Amber DeLuca

Amber DeLuca

Inquiry Specialist

[email protected] I have found my heart in senior care. Every day, I have the privilege of connecting with families who are trying to navigate one of the most important seasons of their lives. I know how overwhelming it can feel to make decisions about care, and my goal is to make that first conversation feel calm, supportive, and genuine. I spent six years in marketing. What I've always loved most is simply connecting with people. Hearing their stories. Understanding what matters to them. Helping in whatever way I can. Working in senior care has truly touched me in ways I didn't expect, and being able to help bring assistance or guidance to families is something I never take lightly. Outside of work, I'm a proud mom to three incredible sons and two very spoiled dog sons. My family is my whole world, and being a mom has shaped the compassion and perspective I bring into every conversation. I treat the families I work with the way I would hope someone would treat mine, with patience, honesty, and heart.

Blenda Miles

Blenda Miles

Account Specialist

[email protected] Blenda is a wife, a mother of 2 grown children, a daughter, and a sister, so she truly understands the importance of relationships. With over 30 years in the accounting field, Blenda merges her values in family and her gift in accounting to give heart to numbers!

Lynne-Marie Ruckert

Lynne-Marie Ruckert

​​Human Resources Representative

[email protected] ​​ Being a boy mom and knowing the importance of family are important aspects of life for Lynne-Marie. I started working for Home Instead in 2014 in the Staffing Office, building relationships with clients and CAREGivers. When I became a Client Care Coordinator- it changed my life. Getting to share stories with our Seniors is the best part of my day! Having families know they can trust us to care for their loved one when they cannot be there is the icing on the cake. I get to interact with our clients and CAREGivers in so many ways and share in successes and in sorrow. I helped care for my own grandparents growing up and use what I learned from them to live my life to the fullest. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from the University of New Orleans. I live in Harahan with my husband and 2 sons.

Scarlet Plocher

Scarlet Plocher

Business Development Advisor

[email protected] I first started working with Home Instead in 2017 as the Home Care Consultant as well as being the Social Media/Website Manager. When I first entered this role, I had no clue how much my life would change. All of the insightful information I would come to learn would directly play a role in my personal life. I was raised by my grandparents and learning more about quality aging has helped me to walk my own grandparents through this transition in their lives. I enjoy making connections with others in the healthcare field as well as helping to educate with CEUs, in-services and one on one meetings with helpful resources for aging adults. Our company also adopts around 1500 seniors each year with the help of our local community for our Be a Santa to a Senior Program. Hopefully, we will all live long enough to become senior adults, who age gracefully with a quality life. Information and education are so valuable to have and that's what I would love to help with!

Awards

Making decisions about a loved one’s care is a journey, and we are here to guide you.
Home Instead Wins Best Training Award at Top Workplace Event in New Orleans, LA

Wins Best Training At Top Workplace Event In New Orleans La

Home Instead Wins Best Training Award at Top Workplace Event in New Orleans, LA collage

Wins Best Training At Top Workplace Event In New Orleans La Collage

Get to Know a Care Pro


Ashley G., Home Instead Metairie, LA


Ashley G of Home Instead Metairie provides heart-led support rooted in years of life experience. Ashley comes to us with a background in i have a background as a licensed practical nurse. With 10 yrs 5 months at Home Instead, Ashley has built relationships rooted in trust, compassion, and shared joy.

For Ashley, the reward is in the connection. "What I love most about caring for older adults in my community is knowing I can make a difference in this chapter of their lives. I enjoy listening to their stories, looking through old photos, and reliving their journeys with them, both the good times and the meaningful moments. Even if it's something small, making them smile and feel valued means everything to me," Ashley shares. Through these shared moments, Ashley has learned valuable life lessons, noting, "One lesson I've learned from a client that really stuck with me is the importance of taking the time to truly listen. When you are patient and genuinely listen, clients feel heard, respected, and understood. Sometimes listening is more powerful than anything you can say, and it helps build trust and meaningful connections."

Ashley's daily goal is simple: ensure every client feels safe, comfortable, and cared for. Skilled in i feel especially skilled in supporting seniors across all levels of care. through my education, hands‑on training, and my experience at home instead, i've learned how to adapt to each individual's needs. whether it's companionship, cognitive support, or more hands‑on assistance, i'm comfortable providing thoughtful, patient‑centered care that helps seniors feel safe, respected, and supported., Ashley finds joy in the details of each visit. "My favorite part of a typical day at Home Instead is meeting with our team to go over weekly goals and participate in quality assurance visits. I love spending time with our seniors, even if it's just for a little while because building those connections is the most meaningful part of what we do," Ashley says of a typical day.

Ashley praises the local team for their dedication and communication. "What makes our Home Instead office stand out is who we are and the care we stand behind every day. We truly live up to our name and take pride in providing the best care in our community. Our strong reviews and positive feedback reflect the trust families place in us, and that trust means everything. We are known as a reliable, compassionate organization, and I'm confident in saying that Home Instead is a trusted leader in care within our community," Ashley notes. "One thing I'm especially proud of is the way our office team works together. We support one another, communicate openly, and always put our caregivers and seniors first. The teamwork, compassion, and dedication our office shows every day truly make a difference, not only for our clients, but for everyone who is part of our Home Instead family."

In every way, Ashley reflects the heart of caregiving: consistency, connection, and the quiet pride of knowing you've made someone's life better today.