Meet Our Team

Throughout her professional life, Margie Orth has been looking for ways to take care of people and pay her blessings forward. Joining the team at Home Instead in 2018 provided her with the opportunity to truly live her mission of service to others. Now, as President and Co-Owner, Margie leads by example as she nurtures Home Instead’s culture of gratitude among the staff and Caregivers. Before joining the team, she spent 30 years in the home safety industry, where she ran the day-to-day operations of a Cleveland-based security company. In her free time, Margie volunteered with various nonprofit organizations such as Cornerstone of Hope, which further encouraged and fueled her passion for helping others. She grew up in Brecksville-Broadview Heights and still calls the area home to this day. She attended the University of Toledo, and recently graduated from the Goldman Sachs 10K SMB program.

Nothing is more important to Margie than her family and serving the greater Cleveland community. She believes, quite simply, that there is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling.

Maria graduated from Cleveland City Schools with high honors, thereafter pursuing a career with the Cleveland Clinic Foundation from 1988-2002. Furthering her passion for helping seniors she joined Home Instead in 2002. Maria was very fortunate to be hired by and work closely with Betty Bowers, the founder of our local franchise office, for many years. She has close to 30 years of experience in the healthcare field. She loves the satisfaction in knowing that she is making a positive difference in the lives of seniors and their loved ones.

In her personal life, she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and son-in-law. As a family, they often engage in volunteer work helping individuals learn more about their Bibles.

Marny has been our Director of Business Development since 2009. She is responsible for bringing the message and mission of Home Instead into the community, working with local facilities, organizations and professionals throughout Lorain County. Marny provides education about senior issues, and makes sure that local professionals are always aware of the full scope of care and services available. Marny holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green Ohio.

Marny is on the board of directors for North Ridgeville Community Care. She enjoys spending time with her significant other, Jeff and her college-age children, Julia and Gabriel.

As the Client Care Coordinator for Home Instead, I look forward to talking with you and your loved one about care services! I have worked for Home Instead since 2015 and I am blessed to work with a wonderful staff that really cares about the work we do. I value the client/CAREGiver relationship and take pride in being a source of support for you. Let us be your care team!

On a personal note, I enjoy life with my husband, Larry of 23 years. We have three wonderful children, two of them are currently adulting! I am a proud military mom, a proud parent of an Ohio State Buckeye, and a proud parent of a Sophomore navigating hybrid high school. I really love living on Lake Erie and spending time with family.

Melissa started her relationship with Home instead in February 2023. Melissa looks forward to building relationships with the clients and CarePros. Melissa loves being able to be a part of such a loveable team!  In her free times she enjoys hanging out with her family and friends, going to the beach, relaxing on the boat, and crafting. Melissa has a husband of 19 years (Eric) and a 5 year old daughter (Kailee). 

Lisa began her career with Home Instead in June of 2015.  She serves as both Care Professional and On Call Coordinator.  Lisa loves being able to help her clients stay in their homes and making a daily difference in their lives.  Home Instead has the best clients! In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her 2 daughters, gardening, cooking and being outdoors. 

Carissa started her relationship with Home Instead in January of 2018 as a Care Professional, and in 2023 took on the role of On-Call Service Coordinator. Carissa enjoys helping and caring for our clients. She loves making them smile every day! In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with family and friends, watching movies, camping, bowling, reading a good book, and baking. Carissa has a Fiancé, Chuck and a 13-year-old daughter, Kimber.

Our CAREGivers encourage, assist and stimulate our clients in a variety of daily activities that improve their quality of life and help them maintain their independence. They are the backbone of our company! Our staff is available 24/7 to support them. All of our CAREGivers share a common desire to make a difference in the life of a senior.