Meet Our Team
We believe every family in the area deserves tailor made in-home senior care with a compassionate touch. That's why we established Home Instead® of Murrells Inlet, SC.
Proudly Serving Aging Adults & Their Families
Our Promise
- Do what we say we’re going to do – each and every time
- Solve care problems using compassionate, person-centered solutions
- Engage in thoughtful relationships with the families we serve
- Give back to our community
- Understand their needs and then strive to exceed expectations
- Listen and learn
- Show up with encouragement, positivity, and heartfelt support that helps every client feel valued, seen and cared for
- Provide peace of mind
- Listen to our Client's and family's needs
Kelly Williams, Owner
Kelly has a Business Degree and owned a Family Flower Shop before starting in Home Instead. She was introduced to Home Instead in 2004. She loved the Mission of making a difference in the aging process and found Home Instead very rewarding. She and Doug ran Home Instead together until his passing in 2022. She now runs it with an Incredible Staff. She enjoys spending time with her seven Grandchildren who keep her busy and her Heart full.
Robert Hunt, Co-Owner
Rah-Lee was born in Charleston, SC and is a Proud Husband and Father of two amazing Children. He Graduated with a History and Business degree from the University of South Carolina. In his previous career, he took pride in building relationships and always doing what was best for the client. Rah-Lee joined the Home Instead Team in 2025 and is grateful for the opportunity to make a positive impact on people’s lives as our Co-Owner. In his free time, Rah-Lee enjoys Coaching his son “Lee” in many different sports, as well as spending time outdoors with his Grandfather “RahRah”.
Karen Melton, Director of Operations
Karen grew up in Florence, SC where she earned her BS Degree at Francis Marion College. She began her career with Home Instead as a Caregiver in 2008. She was quickly brought into the office as a Recruitment Coordinator, moved to the Staffing Coordinator position, and then promoted to Director of Operations where she now manages billing, payroll, long term insurance claims and VA billing. She is also our “Head Elf” at Christmas, ensuring that lonely and needy seniors in our area receive gifts through our Be A Santa to a Senior Program. She enjoys spending time with her family, especially her 3 grandchildren, and on a sunny day you will find her out by the pool.
Ashley Davis, Senior Scheduling and Service Coordinator
Ashley grew up in Maryland, but moved to Myrtle Beach in 2016. She was a Med Tech for a nursing facility where she discovered her love for seniors. She joined the Home Instead Team first as a Caregiver in 2016, but we soon learned her talent was staffing. She is now our Senior Scheduling & Service Coordinator. Ashley is married and has 2 adorable girls, Jalyn and Araya.
Tracy Herbert, Onboarding Coordinator
Tracy's journey with Home instead began in 2019. She started as a care Professional and now serves as the Onboarding Coordinator. She has 44 years experience as a professional both medically and non-medical and is currently certified with the Alzheimer's Association through the essentiAlz program. She has 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, and loves spending time with her poodle, Remi.
Carla Plotner, Client Care Advisor
Carla is a dedicated Client Care Advisor with a proven track record of providing exceptional client support, adept at managing complex needs, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring seamless service delivery through effective communication and proactive problem-solving. Carla is passionate about exceeding client expectations and contributing to a positive client experience.
Tracy Rorie, Director of Services
Tracy was born in Charlotte, NC where she lived for 41 years of her life. Many of those years she worked in home care or facility as a CNA. She always had a heart for seniors and that was due to her loving and close relationship with her grandparents. In 2021 Tracy moved to Conway, SC and began working for Home Instead. She is the Director of Services at Terra Bella. Tracy loves working for Home Instead and feels like this job was an answer to her prayers and she is right where God wants her to be. Tracy loves building relationships with our clients, their families, caregivers, & providing the best quality care to each of our precious seniors.
In her spare time, she loves spending time with her husband, mom, and 2 dogs.
Leaha Johnson, Training Coordinator
Leaha joined Home Instead in 2023, where she worked as a Care Pro and now serves as the Training Coordinator. Leaha has a background working in the Logistics and Transportation Industry as an HR recruiter and as a Director of a commercial driving school in Phoenix, AZ.
Outside of work, Leaha likes to go to the beach, spend time with her family, and explore local restaurants.“It is my true passion to help others, and I am so thankful to be a part of the Home Instead Family."
Peggy Phillips, Receptionist​
Peggy cared for her mom for 10 years and after she passed away Peggy said "I wanted to take a job that would be fulfilling and rewarding." She started working with Home Instead in 2015 as a Care Pro. While still performing her caregiving duties with clients, Peggy also took calls after hours Monday through Friday for the office. She is now our full-time receptionist, and loves what she does.
Stephanie Cooper, Hiring & Recruitment
Stephanie was born in Brooklyn, New York. She has been married for 28 years. She has 3 children, Mia , Miles and Mariah (twins). She has 26 years of healthcare experience working in a hospital for 2 decades. She has held various positions from CNA, CMA, EMT, coding, billing, insurance. She also worked with hospice and home health. Stephanie came to Home Instead in 2025 as a Care Professional, later transitioning to the Hiring & Recruitment Coordinator. Stephanie says “ I love giving back to the community. It is a rewarding, purposeful job. It brings me great pleasure providing the best quality of care in the home. I thank God everyday for allowing me to be a part of this Amazing TEAM!”
Audrey Onorati, Service Inquiry Specialist
Audrey was born within a large Italian family in northern New Jersey. She has always had a passion to help others through love, compassion and complete dedication. Her career background throughout her life has always been strongly and successfully in Customer Service. Her family is the center of her life along with her 2 children who remain the center of her heart.
Crystal Lambert, Scheduling and Service Coordinator
Crystal Lambert serves as our Scheduling and Service Coordinator, bringing more than two and a half years of hands-on experience as a caregiver. Her recent promotion reflects her dedication to providing compassionate care and her ability to support both families and care teams effectively. Crystal has a strong passion for working with children and seniors and takes pride in helping ensure they receive the support they need.
Outside of work, Crystal enjoys creative hobbies such as drawing and painting, bowling, and celebrating her favorite holiday, Halloween. She also cherishes spending time with her son and family.
Mykayla Melton, On Call Specialist
Mykayla was born local in Conway, SC. She has been married to her high school sweetheart for almost 10 years and together they have 2 amazing children, Titus and Meridia. Being kind to others has always been her number one goal in life. Mykayla spends her days caring for her children and her evenings and weekends helping our clients and Care Pros with any emergencies that arise.
Stacy Myers, Client Care Advisor
Our Team
Your Home Instead team in Murrells Inlet, SC possesses a heartfelt desire to work with seniors in the community. It is our ultimate goal to forge extraordinary relationships between our clients and their Care Professionals.
When you are ready for help, our caring staff is on call to quickly answer your questions and accommodate your senior services needs.