Why choose us for home care in New Braunfels, TX?

Jeremy has worked in higher education and healthcare, including the healthcare community in central and south Texas, for over 20 years. He has built strong relationships with neurologists and the medical community in the surrounding area. In college, Jeremy worked as a care giver and has fond memories of escorting his elderly friend to the country club! Sylvia has worked in the special needs field her entire career and serves as an advocate to families with children with special needs. She worked as a care giver to children while she was in college, one being a live-in position. Additionally, Jeremy and Sylvia have personal experience understanding the challenges, complexities, and joys of being a care giver to a loved one, as their daughter has a rare genetic syndrome. Jeremy and Sylvia feel their professional and personal experiences have prepared them well to serve you and/or your loved one. They are deeply passionate about serving others and believe their clients and families deserve dignity and compassion. Their strongest desire is to provide compassionate care within a strong culture of excellence.

Born in Texas, Jessica was raised in Durango, Colorado. She graduated High school in 2011 and moved back to Texas to go to college where she eventually graduated from Texas State University. Jessica's son is the light of her life, and she considers him God's greatest blessing. She has a strong desire to help others, and strives each day to make a difference in people's lives. Prior to joining the Home Instead team, Jessica managed a small hotel in New Braunfels for a few years. In her free time, she loves slow, quiet mornings, spending time with loved ones, and enjoying the water.

Originally from Kentucky, Destiny moved to New Braunfels with her husband in 2021. They share 2 grown children and are enjoying the season of grandparenting. In her spare time, she enjoys time with family and friends, traveling, being on the water and studying the Bible. Destiny worked as an office manager at an Animal Hospital for 17 years, before moving to Texas in 2018. Once moving to Texas she excepted an admin position at her church where she worked until 2023. Her background is in HR management where she holds a SHRM-CP certification.

Carla is a Client Care Manager at Home Instead. Carla meets with prospective clients to assess their current service needs then creates an Individual Service Plan. This plan outlines all tasks required for caregivers to assist with personal care, home helper duties as well as social engagement and safety. She conducts on-going Quality Assurance visits with clients to review and update the service plan, assess their well-being and assure client and family satisfaction. Carla was born in Evansville, IN and graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Administration. She received her Certificate in Gerontology from the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs. She began her career with Karrington Health (purchased by Sunrise Senior Living) in Columbus, OH as Sales and Marketing Director in an Assisted Living Community. She continued in the Assisted Living industry in positions of Executive Director and Regional Operations Director in states including Ohio, New Mexico and Colorado. While taking a few years off from the Senior care industry, she volunteered in her kids' schools, was a substitute teacher and a private caregiver for an elderly couple. Prior to Home Instead, Carla worked at Elan Westpointe as the Community Relations/Marketing Director under Life Care Services management company. Carla has a son in the Army and a daughter in college. They moved to Austin, TX from Cincinnati, OH in 2011, then to New Braunfels, TX in 2014. In her spare time, she likes to vacation on the beach, visit family and friends in Indian and Ohio, and play pickleball.

Jenny lives in New Braunfels, Texas where she was born and raised. She graduated from Texas State University in May of 2022 with a bachelor's degree in Exercise and Sports Science. She worked in a physical therapy clinic as a technician before joining our team. Jenny has a passion for helping others and hopes to make a positive impact on people's lives here at Home Instead. In her free time, Jenny loves working out, being with family and friends, cooking, and spending time outdoors.

Home to the Unicorns, Tana was born and raised in New Braunfels TX. She is a graduate of Texas State University with a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration. By day, she thrives on providing exceptional customer service and connecting with others. By night, you'll find her in the kitchen whipping up delicious meals. On her free weekends, you can catch her soaking up the sun in Rockport Texas, casting lines and making great memories with family and friends out on the water. Recently, she has joyfully transitioned into the roles of a fiancée to her partner Zach of four incredible years and became a proud dog mom to a sweet golden retriever named Lincoln who is always ready to shower people with love and the zoomies.

Lauren brings 20 years of healthcare experience to Home Instead and more than 15 years as a registered nurse. She recently transitioned into senior care, where she discovered her passion for helping seniors maintain their independence and quality of life. She deeply understands the importance of quality in-home care and is dedicated to ensuring seniors can remain in their homes safely and comfortably for as long as possible.

Heather Doche (like D-osh) joins us with several years of leadership and medical practice management. I understand the importance of active listening and consistency in making connections and building successful relationships. I am excited about making a positive impact and helping others. In my time outside of work I enjoy life enriched with family, favorite fur babies and travel. I’m honored to to be a part of this exceptional team and I look forward to connecting with each of you!