Meet the Team

Ben and Chelsey Bowerman

We are dedicated to providing the best possible work environment for all of our employees. As parents of four young children, we strongly believe in caring for others the way we care for our own family. Whether it’s the care of a child or an elder, it takes relentless effort and compassion to ensure every need is met.

Our foundation of love comes from Jesus Christ, and we believe we are called to love as He does. There is no greater feeling than being able to care for someone in need, and it is truly an honor to serve so many families through Assisting Hands.

Our favorite parts of owning Assisting Hands are the meaningful stories we hear from each client—their hardships, joyful moments, and lessons learned—and the opportunity to employ an incredible team while creating a family-oriented environment where every staff member feels at home.

Renee is our Human Resources Manager and she lives in Southlyon with her husband and four-year-old son. They enjoy being outdoors and working around the house. Renee is a physical therapy assistant and completed a Healthcare Administration degree. She has worked in outpatient most of her career and has experience with community-based/In-home care and the Senior living setting. “Life is about finding the positive in every moment which can be a balancing act that further helps one prosper. I look forward to helping others find their passion in life while being part of the team at Assisting Hands.”

Reggie Stewart is your friendly Scheduling Coordinator at Assisting Hands. He is our weekend on call specialist Friday-Monday. “Prior to being with this WONDERFUL company I was a manager at an Urgent Care clinic and worked in the ER at a Detroit Level 1 Hospital. I Love to write poetry and lift weights.” Favorite quote ”We love because it’s the only true adventure” Nikki Govanni.

Kourtney Tysar is our dedicated Client Care Coordinator at Assisting Hands. In her role, she works directly with clients to ensure their care plans are accurate, up to date, and thoughtfully matched with the right caregiver.

She graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Aging Studies from Eastern Michigan University. “I knew I wanted to work with the older population and make an impact on a larger scale. Over the last year, this position has allowed me to keep learning and growing while also challenging me in new ways.”

Outside of work, Kourtney is a proud military wife and mom to two beautiful girls, as well as two huge dogs. She enjoys cooking, crafting, and sneaking in a nap whenever possible. As she puts it: “My life is boring—just the way I like it.”

Brenda Bergeron, PhD, has served as the Director of Operations at Assisting Hands Milford since the agency’s opening in 2020. Her journey in home care began during her college years, when she worked as a caregiver while pursuing her studies.

After earning her PhD in Psychology, Brenda built a career as a Psychologist in private practice and as an adjunct associate professor. Her path eventually led her back to home care after the deeply personal experience of caring for her father.

“I share Ben and Chelsey’s vision to provide highly personalized care for clients through a coordinated team effort. As a psychologist, I understand the importance of thoughtfully matching each client with the right caregiver—a process that is critical for their well-being and quality of life.”

Rochelle is one of our dedicated Care Managers at Assisting Hands. She works closely with clients and caregivers to ensure that every care plan is accurate, up to date, and the best possible match for each client’s needs. Her caregiving journey began in 1996 when she became a licensed caregiver after graduating high school. Over the years, Rochelle gained experience in various specialty areas of the medical field, but in 2003 she discovered her true passion in hospice care. She went on to become a Licensed National Hospice and Palliative Caregiver and devoted 20 years to serving families in the hospice industry.

In 2024, Rochelle joined the Assisting Hands team, bringing with her a wealth of hospice and professional experience that has added a wonderful dynamic to our care team. Rochelle is married to her wonderful husband and together they share three beautiful children and two cherished grandchildren. In her spare time, she loves spending time with family, cooking, playing board games, and attending church. Her passion is helping people in any way she can—and putting a smile on everyone’s face.

Before joining our team, Gretchen spent 17 years as a librarian, where she developed a passion for helping people and working with technology. In 2024, she earned her Master’s degree in Human Resource Management and transitioned into the HR field. Gretchen also brings valuable insight into patient care, having supported family members through various healthcare needs over the years.

She’s thrilled to continue growing her career at Assisting Hands and feels grateful to be part of such a wonderful team. Her guiding principle comes from Luke 6:31: “Do to others as you would have them do to you.”