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[vc_custom_heading text=”Thomaie Hilaris
\nOwner & Agency Manager” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” google_fonts=”font_family:Oswald%3A300%2Cregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”]
\"\"I am on a mission to lead with love\u2014placing the person at the center of the present moment. I believe in attending fully to our clients and staff, with generosity, attention, and care. Leading with love means leaning into our learning and growth, holding ourselves to high expectations, communicating with clarity and compassion, and putting our heart into each moment.<\/span><\/p>\n

With backgrounds as a French teacher, family business owner, and school administrator, I bring my experience in connection and leadership to this agency. I am committed to creating a client and caregiver experience grounded in trust, respect, and compassion.<\/span><\/p>\n

My family\u2019s caregiving journey\u2014caring for my grandparents in Illinois and Greece\u2014deeply shaped my desire to serve our community. Growing up helping them navigate health challenges, I learned firsthand the importance of loving, attentive care, especially during life\u2019s most vulnerable moments. There is no greater gift than having a loving hand to care for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

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As an agency owner, my goal is to provide compassionate homecare that treats your family as our own, especially during life’s greatest moments of need.<\/span><\/p>\n

A daily reminder of this purpose comes from a gift I cherish\u2014a coffee mug with the words of St. Maria Skobtsova of Paris: \u201cLove one another\u2014however hard I try, I find it impossible to construct anything greater than these three words: \u2018Love one another,\u2019 only, to the end, and without exceptions.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family- my husband, Ryan, our two children, Gia & John, and our giant yellow labrador retriever, Misha. I enjoy reading, travelling, and being in nature as much as possible.<\/span><\/div> <\/div>

<\/span><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”Christina Kollintzas
\nCare Operations Manager” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” google_fonts=”font_family:Oswald%3A300%2Cregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”]
\"\"As Care Coordinator at Assisting Hands, I am committed to creating thoughtful matches between our clients and caregivers\u2014pairings that honor each person\u2019s unique needs with dignity and compassion. I believe that true care begins with listening, understanding, and building trust, and I strive to make every family feel supported and at ease.<\/p>\n

Tia Walker\u2019s words,\u00a0\u201cCaregiving often calls us to lean into love we didn\u2019t know possible,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0deeply resonate with me. In my role, I see this truth daily as caregivers and families build bonds rooted in love, patience, and kindness. Matching clients with the right caregiver is more than coordination\u2014it is about creating peace of mind, stability, and comfort in life\u2019s most tender moments.<\/p>\n

Mother Teresa reminds us that,\u00a0\u201cIt is not how much you do, but how much love you put in the doing.\u201d<\/em>\u00a0This captures the heart of why I serve. Every connection, no matter how small, is an opportunity to bring dignity, compassion, and love into someone\u2019s day.<\/p>\n

Outside of work, I find joy in spending time with my husband and children. My two older children are currently studying in the healthcare field, and my youngest is also inspired to follow this path. I love volunteering at my children\u2019s school and church, and I cherish traveling with family and friends, creating lasting memories together.<\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>
<\/span><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”Kelly O’Brien
\nClient Success Manager” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” google_fonts=”font_family:Oswald%3A300%2Cregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”]
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\"\"I bring a wealth of experience in client service, relationship management, and team leadership to my role as Client Success Manager at Assisting Hands. Throughout my career, I have built my strengths around organization, communication, and creating meaningful connections. I have spent years helping clients and teams achieve success through thoughtful planning, collaboration, and exceptional service.<\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div> [vc_empty_space]
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Having personally experienced the importance of compassionate support for loved ones and their families, I am passionate about helping others feel supported during important life transitions. I am dedicated to building strong relationships with families, understanding their unique needs, and ensuring they receive the highest level of care and service.<\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div> [vc_empty_space]
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When I am not working, I enjoy spending quality time with my two daughters, family, and friends. I love traveling whenever possible and creating lasting memories with the people who matter most.<\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>
<\/span><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”Leah Botangen
\nScheduler” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” google_fonts=”font_family:Oswald%3A300%2Cregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”]
\"\"My name is Leah Botangen, and I bring over three years of experience as a Scheduler and On-Call Support Specialist. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of connecting clients with compassionate caregivers through efficient scheduling, clear communication, and dependable support.<\/p>\n

I understand that behind every schedule is a person who relies on quality care \u2014 and a caregiver dedicated to making a difference. That is why I am committed to creating smooth, stress-free scheduling experiences that allow clients to receive the care they deserve, while empowering caregivers to focus on what they do best.<\/p>\n

Whether it’s managing daily schedules, filling a last-minute shift, or providing after-hours support, I am here to make sure that care never misses a beat.<\/p>\n

Outside of work, my heart is at home with my family. I cherish the time I spend with my four children, and I find the most joy in the simple moments \u2014 celebrating birthdays, gathering around the table, and making memories with the people who mean the most to me.<\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_custom_heading text=\"Thomaie Hilaris Owner & Agency Manager\" font_container=\"tag:h2|text_align:center\" google_fonts=\"font_family:Oswald%3A300%2Cregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal\"]I am on a mission to lead with love\u2014placing the person at the center of the present moment. I believe in attending fully to our clients and staff, with generosity, attention, and care. 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