Ora Lee

Owner

Ora Lee opened the doors of Comfort Keepers to serve seniors and veterans in the Western Slope in 2004. She expanded her reach to the communities of Montrose and Delta in 2008, and in July 2013 opened their second office in Englewood, Colorado. Ora’s 16-year-old company provides in home assistance and nursing to seniors allowing them to remain in their homes living life based on their own comfort and choices.

Ora says, “The passion to help people is a part of my DNA.” She has chosen to help people throughout her entire career, first as a teacher, then as a social worker, and most recently by opening her Comfort Keepers business to help seniors stay at home. It has been the most enjoyable and rewarding work she has been able to do.

Ora’s achievements with Comfort Keepers include being named one of Colorado Biz Magazine’s Top 100 Woman-Owned Companies in Colorado, being recognized as a top 25 performers in the global Comfort Keepers system and being voted by as #1 for home care and senior services by The Best of the West.

Ora says “I know that no single approach is the right one for every family. We have chosen to serve people from all walks of life. People cannot always afford the care they need, so a big part of our mission is to help find resources to pay for home care.

“Our job is to solve problems. We solve problems each day and in most cases, the solution is so simple. We simply want to remove the obstacles that prevent anyone to choose how they want to live the remainders of their lives.” 

Joe Giauque

Executive Director

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Joe began his work in home care with Comfort Keepers in 2004. He is passionate about finding ways to help seniors who may not otherwise have the ability to be cared for at home, find a care solution.

Outside of work, Joe enjoys playing his guitar, hiking, and spending time with his beautiful wife and 2 children.

Tonya Valdez

General Manager

I recently moved to Grand Junction from Trinidad CO where I served as the Executive Director for the Trinidad Housing Authority.  While at the housing authority, I was able to connect with our clients as a trusted partner while learning how to best meet their needs. It is my desire to continue to make those connections with our Comfort Keepers clients and caregivers while helping to create an environment of dignity, safety, dedication, and happiness.   I want to positively impact the community of Grand Junction that I now call home.

When I’m not at work I enjoy spending time with my husband, golfing, gardening, and breaking open the Word.   We also take pleasure in spending time with our son, our daughter, son-in-law and 2 grandchildren, while missing our other daughter, son-in-law and 5 grandchildren.

Stop in and say hello.  I’d love to see where we can best serve you!

Natalie Howland

Director of Nursing

Natalie enjoys working with the nursing team to support them in keeping clients safety in their homes.  Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Joyce Martin

Registered Nurse

Nicole Chism

Client Care Coordinator

Shelly Ray

Client Care Coordinator

Shelly has been with Comfort Keepers as a Client Care Coordinator since 2021. She is motivated to help the clients and caregivers in the community in any way she can. She values the time spent with clients and feels she always has something to learn from them.

Outside of work, Shelly enjoys kayaking, crocheting, and reading.

Salina Maharjan

Client Care Coordinator

Salina started as a Caregiver with Comfort Keepers and returned as a Client Care Coordinator after Graduating from Colorado Mesa University with a bachelor’s in social work. In her free time, she enjoys hiking and traveling.

Lindsey Newman

Scheduling Coordinator

Lindsey was born and raised in Grand Junction and is excited to be able to serve people of all types in her hometown.

Chantell Taylor

Weekend On-Call Coordinator

I love being able to help clients to stay in their own home with care that is needed. I have a passion for helping people in need. I enjoy spending time with my family.  

Alison Hunter

HR Coordinator

I started my Human Resources journey as Recruiter for a trucking company. I am very passionate about retention and really getting to know our Caregivers. I love my job because I get to find awesome Caregivers the be companions for our amazing clients. What I love most about Comfort Keepers is that they always give me the freedom to make decisions, but also provide support if needed. I have the best job!

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Marcy Ricketson

Receptionist

Tristen Wagstaff

Office Manager

I have currently been with Comfort Keepers for 3 ½ years. I love working for a place that really makes a difference in people’s lives, Comfort Keepers has love and empathy for each client we serve.  This is the reason that I wanted to work here.  The people are fantastic, and the Caregivers really make a difference to the clients we serve. I am married with 3 sons (2 amazing daughters in laws) and 4 wonderful grandchildren.  I love working in a place where you can impact people’s lives by simply showing up and saying hello!

Watch Tristen's video to learn more about her!

Crystal Fox

Billing Specialist

I started working with Comfort Keepers in 2021. I enjoy working in this team as everyone is very passionate about helping and making a difference in people’s lives. Outside of work, I enjoy time with my family, and visiting different places.