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Why choose us for home care in Indianapolis, IN?


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.

Duane Sinn

Duane Sinn

Owner

Drawing from his own family experiences, Duane has a passion for working with the elderly and allowing them to remain in their comfort zone. He understands the importance of living in one's home and believes all seniors should be given this opportunity. Since joining the company, Duane has helped raise awareness for seniors and the risks of living alone. Home Instead's Care Professionals are near and dear to Duane's heart. "The service level our caregivers provide allows our clients and their families to feel secure in selecting Home Instead," Duane states. "We truly have an amazing group of dedicated caregivers who are changing the lives of our clients every day by providing the assistance they need."

Grady Gudakunst

Grady Gudakunst

Operations Manager

Grady joined Home Instead in July 2022 focusing on human resources and quality assurance. Today, he is focused on all business operations to ensure the company is operating effectively and efficiently. Grady has spent his entire career in the professional services industry. He understands the importance of going above and beyond for his clients to offer the best possible experience. Migrating from technology consulting to home services, he understands the greater purpose of what it means to be responsible for the care of others so they can remain where they are most comfortable and happy, their home. Everyday his focus is to make sure all clients have an exceptional experience through the receipt of compassionate, quality care, where the care professional feels a sense of purpose and fulfillment from taking care of others.

Chanel Cunningham

Chanel Cunningham

Client Care Manager

Chanel is the first point of contact for families wishing to receive or looking to inquire about services. She works directly with clients and their families to assure the highest level of care is received. She meets clients in their homes to assist them in putting together the best care plan tailored to their needs. Chanel leads with compassion, knowledge, and empathy. She personally understands the importance of remaining in the comfort of one's own home, while continuing to receive excellent care. Chanel graduated from Purdue University and brings years of experience in sales operations. She also worked for a non-profit where she gained her passion for helping others while building relationships. Chanel is now able to fulfill her desire of assisting clients on a more personal level, coaching them, and standing by their side through their entire journey of remaining in the home.

Kathy Leatherman

Kathy Leatherman

Recruitment and Retention Coordinator

Kathy manages the recruitment of CAREGivers, coordinates orientation, and handles many of the daily office functions. "The thing I love the most about my job is knowing that I am helping the seniors in my community be able to stay in their homes." Kathy has worked in healthcare for the past 16 years in management and marketing. She has always enjoyed spending time with seniors and has personal care-giving experience by caring for her grandmother and live-in mother-in-law for years. The Home Instead CAREGiver she had for her family member also gave her the support she needed and a peace of mind that her loved one was in good hands. This is when she decided she wanted to work in home care because it makes such a difference in the lives of seniors and their families. Kathy enjoys spending time with friends and family, gardening, crafts and reading. Her favorite sayings are "Do what you love" and "Make the most of every day."

Leah Sinn

Leah Sinn

Marketing Specialist

Leah joined Home Instead in 2022 as a Marketing Specialist. She has always hoped to work in a profession where she could help improve the quality of life for people in need. "One thing I love about my job is creating a personal relationship with our CarePro's and our client's. I love to talk about their passions, interests and just getting to know them outside of work. It makes me feel fulfilled each day knowing we are sending the best CarePro's to help so many families!" At Home Instead, Leah makes sure the marketing plan is executed, posts on social media, and leads the WellSky App campaign. In her spare time, Leah enjoys spending time with friends and family, reading, and traveling to new places.

Drew Cruz

Drew Cruz

Client Care Coordinator

Drew joined the Home Instead team in 2025 as a Client Care Coordinator, bringing with him nine years of experience in the healthcare field. He specializes in managing and coordinating schedules for clients and caregivers, ensuring smooth and reliable care for every family we serve. Drew is driven by his professional experience and guided by a true passion for providing exceptional care. In his spare time, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife and children. He also has a keen interest in watching strange and mysterious documentaries, as well as real-life events.

Natalie Lanz

Natalie Lanz

Client Services Coordinator

Natalie started her professional career working as a STNA after high school. She soon after became a physical therapist assistant working in nursing homes and providing care in homes. She has a passion for helping others and making sure that people feel loved and cared for. Natalie especially loves home health care because it allows people to stay in the comfort of their own home. She enjoys spending time with aging adults and learning about stories they have to share after many years of life experiences. In her spare time, Natalie enjoys being outdoors, going on mission trips, and spending time with her family.

Adona Reynolds

Adona Reynolds

Recruitment & Retention Coordinator

Adona has 15+ years of experience and knowledge within HR Operations and Senior care. Adona's main focuses are delivering optimal talent acquisition strategies, employee retention and creating a robust culture that promotes business growth for the organization. Adona's goal is to develop employee's loyalty by empowering and motivating them to realize their full potential. She encourages and trains them to bring the best care they can possibly provide to our client base. Adona realized senior care was of the upmost importance after caring for her own mother daily for years. She has a combination of strengths consisting of developing and implementing innovative strategies to help support our workforce engagement; along with being a certified CPR Instructor through the American Red Cross. In her spare time, Adona loves spending time with her family. ( Adona's Mantra)- "Remember"- We are all one team with the same vision, all working together for the same purpose.

Awards

Making decisions about a loved one’s care is a journey, and we are here to guide you.
Hallmark II Award at Convention

Award: Hallmark Ii At Convention

Our Social Purpose.


Our social purpose starts in Indianapolis, IN 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.