Home Care Benefit 

Matt McClure purchased a Home Instead Senior Care franchise, because he believes it’s important for seniors and their families to have options when it comes to their long-term care.

A former teacher and high school principal, Matt currently serves as the superintendent of schools for the Cross County School District in Cherry Valley, Arkansas. He is looking forward to working with the older generation – helping seniors in Pulaski, Lonoke and White Counties live safely and independently for as long as possible.

In his spare time, Matt enjoys spending time with his family, golfing and water sports.

Co-owner of Home Instead Senior Care in Hot Springs, Hot Springs Village, and Benton, AR. Jennifer also works as President of Operations for Home Instead Senior Care in Little Rock and Searcy, AR. Jennifer serves as a contributing member of the Home Care Association of America and is on the Board of Directors for the local Home Care Association of Arkansas. Originally from Omaha, Ne, Jennifer moved to Hot Springs Village in May 2017 to pursue her passion of owning her own business while serving a mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults and their families. Jennifer works to educate professionals, families, and communities on issues older adults face. She has a special passion for helping families navigate the challenges of dementia caregiving and connecting them with valuable resources. Jennifer is a local resident of Hot Springs Village and is happily married with three children who attend Fountain Lake.

Debra Howell is a voice and proud advocate of our senior community and the General Manager of Home Instead in Little Rock. She has worked toward changing the face of aging  on both client and caregiver side- supporting them and modifying the normal.  Born and raised in Sheridan Arkansas, she graduated High School in 2004 (Go Jackets!).  She obtained her Associates of Applied Science in Medical Office Administration from Arkansas State University Three Rivers in 2019.  Debra started her career with Home Instead in May of 2019 and has held three different positions within the company.  Her heart for caregiving began in 2007 and continues today. In her spare time, Debra enjoys riding 4-wheelers, camping, and spending time with her family. She is mama to three wild boys and one sassy girl. She, personally and professionally, brings a servants heart to her work and calling to serve her community.  

Home Instead is pleased to announce that Tasha Threadgill-Hoag has joined the team as Director of Marketing and Community Engagement serving Jacksonville, Sherwood, Maumelle, North Little Rock, Little Rock and surrounding areas!

Tasha earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management from John Brown University as well as an associate's degree in Surgical Sciences from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Tasha brings over 20 years of experience in healthcare, marketing, and sales to our team.

Kassie began working at Home Instead Senior Care as a CAREGiver in the field after she obtained her CNA license in 2014. One year later she was promoted to Staffing Coordinator. She was born and raised in Michigan, but enjoys living in the south. She spends her free time helping others and spending time with loved ones.

Originally from Louisiana, Hannah earned her GED at 17 years old and began working in retail/customer service. Hannah was drawn to Home Instead because she realized she had a passion for helping others and immediately felt like she was family! In her spare time, Hannah enjoys spending time with her husband, 7 cats and 2 dogs (WOW), being outside, watching movies and crafting.

Benita grew up in Augusta, Ark., and she has worked in home care (mainly home health) since 1989 in multiple positions.

Her most rewarding job is having raisned four daughters in Fordyce, before moving back to Searcy in 2012.

Her oldest daughter, Katie Cohen, is a CRNA, and the mother to Benita's first grandbaby - Linclon Cohen. Next - Alex Parker, who is a 2nd grade teacher at Star City. Mallory Hall is a new RN, BSN. And Macy Hall is a senior English Major at ASU.

Benita claims to have the best dog ever - Lily. For years Benita worked in dog recue, but she found too many she brought home to stay.

She is married to Leslie Hall. And she enjoy family vacations to Walt Disney World and to the beach.