Why choose us for home care in North Platte, NE?

Paul and Ashley Fry are proud owners of the Home Instead office serving North Platte and the surrounding communities. Their passion is helping older adults age with dignity, independence, and compassion while providing families with trusted, personalized care. Paul has been dedicated to the senior care industry since 2008, building a career focused on serving older adults and supporting families through every stage of aging. In 2018, Paul and Ashley purchased the Conway, Arkansas, Home Instead franchise from Paul’s father, Dan Fry, who had successfully owned and operated the office for 12 years. Building on that family legacy, they have continued to grow a culture of compassionate, relationship-centered care. In July 2025, Paul and Ashley expanded that commitment by purchasing the Home Instead franchise serving North Platte, Nebraska. Their goal is to continue the tradition of exceptional care while investing in the local community, supporting caregivers, and helping seniors remain safe, comfortable, and independent in the place they call home. Before entering the senior care industry, Paul began his nursing career at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, where he developed a strong foundation in compassionate, high-quality patient care. He continues to maintain his Registered Nurse (RN) license, bringing valuable clinical knowledge and healthcare experience to both Home Instead offices. Paul and Ashley are the proud parents of two sons. As a family, they believe that caring for others is more than a profession—it is a calling. They lead their Home Instead teams with the values of compassion, integrity, respect, and excellence, striving to make a meaningful difference in the lives of every client, family, and Care Professional they serve. Paul and Ashley are honored to serve the North Platte community and look forward to building lasting relationships with local families while delivering the trusted care that Home Instead has provided for decades.

Aurelia, fondly known as Rae has been with Home Instead since 2018. As the Billing and Payroll Manager, Rae oversees the billing and financial obligations of the Nebraska franchises (North Platte and Hastings). Outside of work, Rae enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and camping with her husband, two children, and grandchildren. Family is at the heart of everything she does, and her dedication, compassion, and commitment to both staff and clients make Rae an invaluable part of the Home Instead team.

Terry joined Home Instead in March 2020 as a caregiver and later transitioned into the office as our Administrative Assistant. Originally from Alabama, she brings an extensive background in customer service, accounting, social services, and financial administration, having previously worked as a Social Services Director and Financial Secretary. Terry and her husband, Jerry, have two grown children and are proud grandparents to five grandchildren. In their free time, they enjoy antiquing, spending time with friends, and FaceTiming their kids and grandkids.

Lori joined Home Instead in 2024 as a caregiver and has since transitioned to the position of Client Care Advisor. With over 30 years of experience in banking, her background in quality assurance, attention to detail, and problem-solving allows her to ensure clients receive compassionate, reliable care while supporting caregivers in delivering the highest level of service. Lori is passionate about helping others, building meaningful connections, and making a positive difference in the lives of those Home Instead serves every day. Outside of work, Lori enjoys riding her Mustang horse and competing in Cowboy Dressage events.

Leah Snyder serves as an Administrative Assistant in the North Platte office. She joined our team in April 2026. Leah and her husband have two sweet little boys, Jayce and Roland. Prior to joining the Home Instead team, Leah worked as a physical therapist assistant in various healthcare settings. Outside of work, Leah enjoys spending time with her family and friends, doing things outdoors, and drinking coffee.

A native of Valentine NE, Dalene moved to North Platte in the early 80's to attend Mid Plains Community College. Her husband took a position with the University of Nebraska West Central Research and Extension Center, cementing their stay. Dalene has a wide variety of experience including marketing, promotion, and sales. In her most recent career as Director for the North Platte Area Habitat for Humanity, she was focused on helping Partner Families build safe, decent, affordable homes. As the Business Development Advisor for Home Instead, she works directly with referral providers to help families stay in their home. Since starting with Home Instead, Dalene has partnered to initiate the North Platte Aging Coalition, bringing those working in the aging community together to collaborate and share ideas. She is currently working with a group to bring A Day Of Caring to North Platte. In their free time she and her husband are renovating a home they've recently purchased but what they really enjoy is camping, fishing, gardening, and traveling.

Amber came to Home Instead as a Caregiver in 2018. She then moved into an office position, where she has served in many roles. Amber currently serves as a Client Care Advisor in McCook and the surrounding areas as well as the Dawson County area, providing expert guidance to families seeking in-home care, educating prospective clients about the full range of services offered and developing personalized care plans that support high-quality client care.

Tonya serves as the Recruitment & Engagement Coordinator at Home Instead North Platte. She's been proudly serving the team and community since 2018. Tonya’s role centers around hiring, training, and equipping our caregivers with the tools, support, and confidence they need to provide exceptional care. She has a genuine love for our caregivers and the clients we serve and is deeply committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, prepared, and encouraged. Whether she is guiding someone through their first day, offering ongoing training, or simply being a listening ear, her goal is always to make sure our caregivers feel supported—and our clients receive the quality of care they deserve. Tonya shared that she is grateful to be part of a mission that truly makes a difference, and she’s honored to support the incredible people who make it all possible.