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Why choose us for home care in Merrick, NY?


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.

Nicole and Mark Labib

Nicole and Mark Labib

Owners

Welcome! We are Nicole and Mark Labib, the owners of Home Instead.We have been the owners since 2009. Our goal is to provide a supportive and encouraging work environment for our caregivers. We strive to provide excellent care to our clients, allowing them to age safely at home with integrity and dignity. We oversee the day-to-day operations of Home Instead.

Pascale LaRochelle-Garland

Pascale LaRochelle-Garland

RN, Director of Patient Services

As the director of patient services, I am responsible for overseeing all aspects of patient care, including clinical operations, quality assurance, and staffing. I ensure that patients receive high-quality care at all times.

Shirley Lassic

Shirley Lassic

LPN, Assistant Director of Patient Services

I am a per diem LPN. I assist Pascale with patient services to ensure that all caregivers are up do date with in-services. I also help to onboard new HHA's and PCA's to our team. My goal is to help keep patient services running smoothly.

Fran Calcagno

Fran Calcagno

Engagement and Recruitment Coordinator

My role is to work with applicants and hire candidates that best match Home Instead's values. I instruct orientations. The orientation makes sure our caregivers understand the importance of compassion and treating their client as if they are a part of their own family. My top priority is to find the right fit, hardworking and loyal caregivers

Barbara Steinberg

Finance Manager

Hi, I am Barbara Steinberg the Finance Manager for Home Instead. I handle all things regarding billing and payroll. Looking forward to working with you!

Michele Marangiello

Michele Marangiello

Office Coordinator

My name is Michele, my responsibilities cover a wide range of support with various administrative tasks to ensure that our office operations run smoothly. I assist all departments with workflow including tasks such as answering phones, and maintenance of files and records.

Pamela Navon

Pamela Navon

Client Care Coordinator

Everyone here calls me Pam. My role is to speak to NEW clients, meet them and their families at their homes to set up a proper schedule for our services.

Michele Wachter

Michele Wachter

Community Liason

My expertise at Home Instead includes, Quality Assurance Advocate, Outreach Coordinator, Home Care Specialist, Certified Alzheimer / Dementia Trainer for families and all companions seeking employment opportunities with Home Instead Senior Care Nassau County NY. I look forward to working with you!

Our Social Purpose.


Our social purpose starts in Merrick, NY 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.