Home Instead's mission is to "change the face of aging" in Rhode Island. Non-medical and personal care services provided by trusted Caregivers and CNAs give families the support they need for elder loved ones to remain at home with dignity and respect. Since 1997, Home Instead staff has grown to over 100 full and part-time employees serving thousands of families in Rhode Island. "My staff shares in my passion for serving the community and delivering on our promise of excellence. Our values are uncompromising as they are the foundation on which our reputation has been built." Since 2017, Cris has been an active member of the board for for the American Parkinson's Disease Association, where he currently serves as Treasurer. Cris, his management staff, Caregivers, CNAs are privileged everyday to help families by providing home care solutions to the most challenging and difficult aging-in-place decisions families face today.

​The leader of our dedicated Client Care Team, Jackie brings 15 years of experience as an Registered Nurse to Home Instead. In addition to Home Care, she has worked in many different settings including ICU, Hospice, and Assisted Living. Outside of work, Jackie enjoys traveling, entertaining, and spending time with her family.

Brittney is a Nurse with a strong background in home health. She has a passion for healthcare and is dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of care is delivered to our clients. Time away from work, I enjoy traveling, live entertainment, boating/fishing, and spending time with my son and family.

Tami brings years of healthcare experience to her role as a Client Care Coordinator. Prior to Home Instead, she was a donor specialist/ phlebotomist at Rhode Island Blood Center for 14 years. Tami's dedication and hard work helped her advance from a caregiver in early 2023 to a CNA graduate of our in house CNA training program to a Client Care Coordinator. Tami is the proud mother of three boys and enjoys spending time making memories with her family.

Christian joined the Home Instead team in 2026 as Business Development Specialist, bringing over 15 years of experience building client relationships and driving growth across industries including healthcare. A Suffolk University graduate, Christian has a proven track record of connecting people and organizations through consultative, solutions-based approach. After assisting his own mother through EOL/Hospice care, he wanted to make a difference in this field developing the referral networks and community partnerships that help families find the care they need. Outside of work, Christian enjoys golf, spending time with family and exploring everything Rhode Island has to offer.

JR earned a degree in Organizational Communication and has extensive experience in customer relations. He is passionate about having meaningful conversations with clients and finding ways to offer them the best options available. He first experienced the joy of helping others when he took care of his grandmother with her activities of daily living. This satisfaction drove him to search for a career in senior care and is now able to help seniors as a member of our team.

Courtney first joined the Home Instead team in January 2023 as a Recruiter. She has more than 15 years experience in management roles and made the transition from the Entertainment and Restaurant industry, to become a recruiter. For the past few years, she has been successful in connecting people with their next career adventure and is grateful to be a part of that journey with them. Prior to working for Home Instead she was a recruiter specializing in Healthcare and Life Science Professionals. Outside of work Courtney enjoys traveling, board games, and spending time with family and friends.

Paula joined Home Instead in September 2025. She has a total of over 6 years of experience as a Remote Team Manager and HR Officer from another caregiving company. Her foundation and passion for this field were shaped by a deep appreciation for those who dedicate themselves to helping others. She's truly grateful to be part of the Home Instead team, with a goal that ensures people receive the care they need with dignity and compassion.