Who We Are

Families choose Comfort Keepers for different reasons. For some, it is for extensive care. For others, we offer a much needed break or "respite care" for family members who regularly provide care. With over 525 franchised locations in the U.S, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore, Comfort Keepers touches lives around the world and is the comforting solution for your loved one's in-home care.

Under the ownership of Lori Eberly, our local Comfort Keepers office has been serving Cabarrus, Davidson, Iredell, North Mecklenburg, and Rowan County since 2001. If you live outside of these areas, we encourage you to contact us and we will assist you in locating the office that would best be able to assist you. We have a caring and professional staff of over 200 in-home aides and CNA's that we refer to as Comfort Keepers. Comfort Keepers are available 24 hours a day/7 days a week to meet your needs. We also have a dedicated team of administrative staff available to assist you with your day to day questions and to arrange your service needs.

  • Lori Eberly, Owner - Lori has both a bachelor's and master's degree in Health Administration. She has approximately 10 years of experience in long term care and finds the most reward in helping families to deal with the difficult challenges associated with caring for an aging loved one.
  • Andy Fortune, Administrator- Andy has a Bachelor's degree in Gerontology from High Point University and has worked in long term care for over 20 years. Andy enjoys giving back to the community and finds great reward in working with seniors.
  • Patrice Gordon, Care Coordinator- A former elementary school teacher, Patrice's personal experiences in caring for her own parents led her to a career with Comfort Keepers beginning in 2004. Patrice has a very personal interest in each and every Comfort Keepers client. Her compassion and dedication is evident the very first time you speak with her. Patrice coordinates all aspects of the client/caregiver relationship from beginning to end. She oversees client care for Rowan, Davidson, and Cabarrus County.
  • Beverly Patterson, Care Coordinator- A former Comfort Keepers caregiver, Beverly has been with Comfort Keepers since 2003. Beverly has worked in the office as an Administrative Assistant and Staffing Coordinator. In 2008, Beverly was promoted to the Care Coordinator position for North Mecklenburg and Iredell County. Beverly is a Mooresville native and has been a great asset to Comfort Keepers due to her caring, compassionate, and gentle nature.
  • Emily Propst, Staffing Coordinator- Emily joined us in July 2008 as our staffing coordinator. Emily has an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Roanoke College and will complete her master's degree at UNC-Charlotte in May 2009.
  • Kay Stokes, RN - Kay has been with Comfort Keepers since 2005 and serves as a part-time Nurse Aide Supervisor and Nurse Consultant for the Rowan County area. Kay conducts caregiver training, supervisory visits, client assessments, and quarterly client reviews.
  • Sheena Head, RN-  Sheena joined our team as an RN in July 2009. Sheena conducts caregiver training, supervisory visits, client assessments, and quarterly client reviews.
  • Carol Kirker, RN- Carol joined are team in 2008 after a personal experience working with her own mother as she progressed through the stages of Alzheimers. Carol's knowledge and nurturing are a true asset to Comfort Keepers.
  • Emily Overcash, Marketing Coordinator- Emily joined Comfort Keepers in December 2007.  She has a bachelor's degree in psychology with minors in social work and gerontology. Emily is very energetic and passionate about helping seniors and their families.
  • Toni Bolt, Administrative Assistant- Toni joined Comfort Keepers in 2003 and handles all incoming calls and assists with the day to day office management of our Rowan, Cabarrus, and Davidson County offices.
  • Pam Nonemaker, Administrative Assistant- Pami joined Comfort Keepers in 2007 and handles all incoming calls and assists with the day to day office management of our Iredell and Mecklenburg County offices.