Meet The Team

Jennifer is a seasoned veteran of the health care industry. After enjoying many years as a senior manager with leading clinical and health management service companies, she was ready for a new chapter. From her professional experience, she knew there was a need for in-home care in the Birmingham community. Personally, family members were also entering a new phase of life, which highlighted how important quality care is for loved ones. After much research and thought, Jennifer enthusiastically founded Always Best Care in 2013. The number of families who are supported through Always Best Care has continued to grow each year.

“I am passionate about helping people maintain a safe, independent and dignified lifestyle throughout the various transitions of life. I love getting to know the families and help provide solutions to their in-home needs. It’s been very rewarding to see the relationships that form between the clients and our fantastic employees who take tremendous pride in their work.”

Jennifer received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business from Millsaps College and attended Duke University. She serves on the Board of Directors of Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama and is active with the Parkinson Association of Alabama. Jennifer is also a member of the Always Best Care Franchise Advisory Committee, the Always Best Care Top Performance Group, the Home Care Association of America, Medical Social Services Organization, the Case Management Society of America, the Alabama Self-Insurers Association and the Healthcare Executives Network.

She is a longtime resident of Birmingham with one child at the University of Alabama and one on the way there. Roll Tide! Jennifer is also a huge supporter of the Mountain Brook Police and the Monday Morning Quarterback Club.

Tamela is a Registered Nurse and brings a great deal of experience to Always Best Care, having worked in the medical field for more than 30 years. Her various roles have included serving as a Nursing Assistant and assessing inpatient needs for a local hospital, as well as caring for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients in an assisted living home.

“Working with our older generations gives me a sense of giving back. I know what it’s like to have someone come into your home and assist with a loved one. I cared for my late husband with the help of my daughter, sister-in-law and some wonderful home health caregivers.”

“Always Best Care continues to give me ways to make a difference in someone else’s life, whether it’s a simple phone call, a quick drop-in visit, attending a birthday party, or spending the day with a client.”

Tamela has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She has an adult daughter also in the medical field.

She and her family continue to be blessed with many children they consider family. In her spare time, she enjoys God, family time, watching the Hallmark Channel and learning new things.

Christy’s overall role is to serve as a liaison between clients and staff and to ensure that our internal operations are running efficiently and smoothly. She is skilled at issue resolution and achieving client satisfaction. With a fantastic work ethic, she juggles many crucial management responsibilities with ease.

Christy has a strong work history and experience in management, scheduling, accounting and recruiting. Having worked at two other local home healthcare companies, Christy possesses a broad base of industry knowledge. She manages the office staff and oversees the Operations, Administration and Human Resource departments.

Christy likes working at Always Best Care because she enjoys new challenges while helping others and building relationships. She has a passion for learning and is currently majoring in Business Management with a minor in Human Resources at UAB. When she is not working, she is hitting the books at UAB.

Debbie joins Always Best Care with decades of experience in personalized service and customer care. She enjoys making home visits on behalf of Always Best Care and works closely with the clients and their families on specialized Care Plans.

“These visits provide us with the opportunity to make sure client needs are being met and if any improvements should be made. Our clients are truly an inspiration! They are pleasant and like to talk. I love getting to know them, and I leave with a smile on my face.”

From the start, she knew Always Best Care was a good fit for her. “Our team works very hard to match the right caregiver with the client, based on the needs and personality of each individual.  There’s never a dull moment in the office. It’s filled with laughter and people who enjoy their jobs.”

Debbie graduated from the University of Tennessee with a triple major – English, Spanish and Secondary Education.

Her favorite pastimes are playing golf and traveling. Debbie also loves spending time with her two granddaughters and cheering for the University of Alabama – Roll Tide!

Florence joins Always Best Care with 15 years of experience as Resident Services Director at Brookdale Senior Living. Throughout her career, she has always enjoyed helping others and working with seniors.

As Client Services Coordinator, Florence visits established clients, evaluates their individualized care plans and conducts assessments on field employees.
“My main objective is to act as a vital connection between the clients, their families and our staff. Each client is unique and has different needs. I love my job and want to be sure that our standard of excellence is being met and that each client is being placed with the right caregiver. I want our seniors to live life to the fullest and to me that means continually helping them with the activities of their daily lives.”

Florence received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and has also served on committees with the Junior League of Birmingham and the Mobile Museum of Art.

She is a busy mother of two, with a college-aged daughter and a son, who is a student at Mountain Brook High School. In her down time, she enjoys spending time at the beach.

Jenny comes to Always Best Care with more than 18 years of customer service experience in the health care and retail fields. As Staffing Coordinator, she is extremely committed to finding the best caregiver for each client.
 
“I find a great deal of joy in the fact that the work we do brings caring and compassion into someone’s life. I want to make sure all clients are matched with the right caregiver based on their specific skill sets, personalities and scheduling needs.”
 
“I enjoy my job because it’s always nice to receive phone calls from clients thanking me for sending a specific caregiver to them. It’s rewarding to know that someone from our team is helping them and that a positive relationship is established.”
 
Jenny graduated at the top of her class at both St. Clair County High School and the John Pope Eden Career Technical Center, where she was a member of the Future Business Leaders of America
 
She and her husband, Stephen, have an active family that includes three boys and four fur babies. When she has down time, Jenny enjoys reading a good book, playing board games, going to the movies or spending time with her extended family. However, in the fall, her weekends center around cheering with her boys for the University of Alabama football team – Roll Tide!

LaToya joins Always Best Care with many years of customer service experience. She has a previous background in the medical field. LaToya is a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and has worked for private practices. She has also had the honor of assisting and aiding the medical needs of her own family members throughout many years.

As Recruiting Coordinator, LaToya skills and the knowledge gained while caring for others to help staff us with the most qualified caregivers. LaToya is responsible for researching, interviewing, analyzing and building a rapport with prospective caregivers. She is committed to making sure that she finds the best candidates to ensure quality care for our clients. “I believe in caring for everyone as if they were members of my own family. When I worked in primary care facilities, I would think of how I wanted my own mother to be treated as I rendered care.”

LaToya graduated with honors from Hale County High School. LaToya later attended Shelton State Community College where she received her credits to allow her to take the national certification test with the National Health Career Association where she became a CCMA.

When she is not working, LaToya spends time with her daughter, three sons, two sisters and a grandson who she enjoys spoiling.

Ashia has been in the health field for many years and was a hands-on caregiver for ten years. Initially motivated to get into healthcare after caring for a family member with dementia, she has worked in senior communities, in the home and in hospice environments. This background has proved indispensable at Always Best Care as Ashia interacts with clients and caregivers throughout her workday, assisting with scheduling, recruiting, training, and assisting with orientation as our Administrator Coordinator. Ashia likes to quote the great poet, Maya Angelou “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive, and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”

A devout and naturing person who puts others first, Ashia is extremely passionate about taking care of others. She is a graduate from Woodlawn High School where she was the President of the Drama Club and was active in volleyball, basketball, and track. When she attended Lawson State, she majored in social work.

Ashia has been a long-term resident of the Birmingham area. In her spare time, she takes care of her very vivacious daughter and keeps up with her many lifelong friends. Ashia runs errands for her friends and cook meals for those who do not have caretakers. She and her daughter also enjoy shopping together during her free time.

Dale has worked in administrative roles in local hospital settings for over 20 years. It’s his observation that every role is vital in a healthcare setting for patient care to be outstanding.

“Always Best Care allows me to help make a difference in the lives of our patients and staff. This is where I find fulfillment.”

In his spare time, he enjoys watching movies, listening to music, writing, gardening, working on antique clocks, and spending time with family and friends. He loves dogs and cats; currently he has 3 very spoiled cats who bring him joy. He is a member of Church of the Highlands; his faith is the foundation of every aspect of his life.

One of his favorite quotes is from author James M. Barrie: “Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.” He feels it is imperative that in today’s world, we need each other to thrive, and we need to express the value and worth of every individual.

Luke is an intern at Always Best Care and got involved with the company through the business program at Mountain Brook High School. He has strong interests in business and technology, and he enjoys helping his family troubleshoot their iPhones and computers. Luke has a variety of responsibilities in the office, including managing public relations and overseeing operational projects.

“I like working at Always Best Care because I enjoy using my computer and technology skills to help others. The office staff is fun to work with, too – I enjoy working with people who love their jobs and their clients!”

Luke is a senior at Mountain Brook High School and plans to double-major in Management Information Systems and Piano Performance for college. Outside of school, Luke enjoys practicing and performing classical piano. He takes weekly piano lessons at Vanderbilt University, and he frequently travels to piano competitions around the United States.