Meet Our Villages Senior Care Staff

Carolyn Lukert

Why did you want to be a Comfort Keeper?
I am very passionate about how we treat our elders, and am keenly aware of the assistance most families need when it comes to caring for their parents (or worrying about caring for their parents).

I also have a heart for elders, so being able to participate in a company that helps them be happy in the remaining years of life is important to me.

What do you like most about being a Comfort Keeper?
I love being a part of an organization that helps elders age in place as long as is reasonably possible. My role is to ensure that our employees (staff and caregivers) have the tools and support they need to be the best caregivers possible, and to help them be so engaged in their work that they wouldn’t want to work anywhere but here. Caregivers who are happy and engaged create very loyal clients.

What are your favorite interests, hobbies, or activities?
Family first, then horseback riding, motorcycle riding, all around animal lover, reading.

Where is your hometown? What do you like most about your current city?
My hometown is Warwick, RI. I currently live in Alachua, Florida. What I love most about Alachua is the fact that I can live out in the country, but be close enough to a city so I have access to whatever I need.

What’s your favorite food or dessert?
My favorite main course – grouper and scallops, Favorite dessert – anything chocolate.

 

Cindy Flowers, Care Manager

Why did you want to be a Comfort Keeper?
Prior to working at Comfort Keepers I worked for a large retirement community in Gainesville. The members who lived at the retirement center often needed additional care to maintain their independence so I would refer them to Comfort Keepers.

The services and customer service provided by Comfort Keepers was outstanding. Because of Comfort Keepers excellent reputation I had often thought if I were to ever leave working for the Retirement Community I would want to be a part of their team. I’m so happy that I’m now a part of a company so well thought of in my community.

What do you like most about being a Comfort Keeper?
I have been with Comfort Keepers for almost 3 years now and it is the best job I’ve ever had. As a Care Manager I am able to perform assessments on seniors who need help to stay independent in their homes. These assessments lead to establishing caregiving services that bring quality to an individual’s life. So, every day I am able to help someone improve their life or their family member’s life.

What are your favorite interests, hobbies, or activities?
I love to play golf and go kayak fishing.

Where is your hometown? What do you like most about your current city?
I’m originally from Memphis, TN but currently living in Gainesville, Florida. I love all the Univ. of Florida Gator sports. We are “title” town for all our championships.

What’s your favorite food or dessert?
I could eat Pizza for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Ruth Brunner, Sales Manager

Why did you want to be a Comfort Keeper?
I truly believe I was put here on this earth to assist in taking care of people and to help make a difference in other peoples’ lives. Comfort Keepers gives me the opportunity to further my personal mission of helping people be the best they can be.

What do you like most about being a Comfort Keeper?
I love working with our owners, our team members, our clients and their families. The vast experience of our Comfort Keepers team members is further enhanced by the level of professionalism and commitment we have to deliver extraordinary service to our clients. It is a privilege for me to work with such an awesome group of professionals.

What are your favorite interests, hobbies, or activities?
My favorite hobby these days is to work with my husband in our multiple flower gardens. I also love to go visit my two beautiful daughters and their families who live in north Georgia. My daughters have blessed me with 3 wonderful grandchildren (1 grandson and 2 granddaughters) who all bring much joy to my life.

Where is your hometown? What do you like most about your current city?
I am a native Floridian…born in Clermont and raised in Lake County, Florida. I currently live on 2.5 acres of land in Alachua (just outside of Gainesville). I love the beautiful countryside I wake up to see each day.

What’s your favorite food or dessert?
I love Mexican food…especially from the restaurant…La Fiesta in Gainesville.

 

Cheryl Courtright – Community Relations Manager

Why did you want to be a Comfort Keeper?
As I researched the company I found the company solid and committed to helping seniors stay at home and am happy. I decided I wanted it to be a part of this.

What do you like most about being a Comfort Keeper?
I like the feeling I get when someone feels comfortable and relies on us for support, and I know they are content.

What are your favorite interests, hobbies, or activities?
Animal rescue, golfing, boating, biking, and cooking.

Where is your hometown? What do you like most about your current city?
My hometown is San Diego, CA, and currently I live in the Villages, FL. What I like most about living in The Villages are the friendships I have developed living here.

What’s your favorite food or dessert?
Paella (Valencian rice dish)

Shelley Calkins – Care Coordinator

Why did you want to be a Comfort Keeper?
I was looking for a family owned business to work for, and Lynn and Jocelyn are the perfect fit for me. Plus, I have a passion for people who are aging.  I love helping those who need us and enjoy being a part of keeping seniors happy and healthy and able to live in their own homes.

What do you like most about being a Comfort Keeper?
I love being out in our clients homes assuring that our service delivery is the best it can be.

What are your favorite interests, hobbies, or activities?
Golf, swimming, and boating.

Where is your hometown? What do you like most about your current city?
My hometown was Jamestown, North Dakota.  I currently live in The Villages Florida and I love all the golfing opportunities available to home owners.

What’s your favorite food or dessert?
My favorite dessert is Blueberry pie