Meet Our Comfort Keepers®Home Health Care Aide Team
Hear from our amazing team at Comfort Keepers Sarasota, FL, Lakewood Ranch, and the surrounding areas.
Every member of our home healthcare aide team is professional and well-trained. We conduct a thorough screening and interviewing process to identify the best home care aides, and only those who pass this process go on to complete training to deliver our special brand of home care and become Comfort Keepers®. What truly sets our people apart, though, is their natural gift for caring for others. Every member of our team is important to us, whether they are working one-on-one with clients or if they are working in the office to answer any questions a client may have. They all have the same goal of providing the best home health care seniors can possibly have to remain safely in their homes.
All Comfort Keepers pass extensive background checks and complete continuing education. They are bonded, insured, and covered by workers' compensation insurance to protect our clients and their families.
Hear from our Home Health Care Aide Team!
"Thank you for your well wishes! I have met so many precious clients and feel the last 15 years have been enriched by being a part of Comfort Keepers!" Val
Itay Shalev
Owner / General Manager
Itay's passion for eldercare developed as a young man. During his summer vacations Itay spent months caring for his elderly uncle; preparing meals, escorting him on walks, and providing companionship that helped him feel connected and valued.
As a psychology student Itay participated in clinical work that helped to connect underserved seniors with community resources which improved their nutrition, health, and overall quality of life. After seeing the growing need for reliable and trustworthy care, he decided to open Comfort Keepers Chicago in 14 years ago.
As an owner, Itay understands that each client’s unique situation requires customized and flexible solutions. Itay earned his Law Degree from University of Wisconsin and holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Romance languages from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
Itay is a proud father of two sons who are 11 and 13 years old. In his free time, Itay enjoys spending quality time with his family, cheering his sons at soccer games, and cooking. Itay is fluent in Italian and Hebrew.
Jaspreet Bindra, J.D
Director of Business Development
Prior to joining Comfort Keepers, Jaspreet was an attorney and had a career in nonprofit management at Feeding America. Jaspreet has her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Law degree from North Carolina Central University.
Jaspreet joined Comfort Keepers in 2016 and in her role she directs new business development and HR (recruiting, training and developing our care team). She's passionate about providing the best care for seniors in her community and looks for meaningful relationships with peers, clients and caregivers alike! Jaspreet is married to Itay Shalev and has two sons, Avi (age 13) and Jai (age 11).
email: jaspreetbindra@comfortkeepers.com
Tyler Price, BSN, RN
RN Supervisor
Tyler Price, the Registered Nurse Administrator at Comfort Keepers, brings a dynamic blend of skillset and compassionate care to his role, where he oversees caregiver training and ensures the highest standards of client care. His journey into caregiving began in the boxing ring at age 4, where he competed fiercely in amateur and semi-professional boxing and kickboxing. Tyler earned numerous World, National, International, and European titles under the banners of the International Kickboxing Federation and K.I.C.K. His transition from athlete to coach, focusing on children with special needs and adults aiming to improve their health, ignited a deep passion for nursing.
Tyler holds a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Walden University and is currently pursuing a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree at the same institution. With 9 years of experience as a critical care nurse, he has traveled the nation, gaining expertise in every specialty of critical care. His dedication to excellence now elevates Comfort Keepers' standards and caregiver training.
Originally from North Carolina, Tyler now resides in Sarasota, Florida, with his fiancée Brittney, who is also a nurse, and their Blue Italian Mastiff, Elwood. Tyler's life is a testament to the power of dedication and compassion, inspiring those around him in the field of healthcare.
Lindsey Linck
Client Services Manager
Originally from Kansas, Lindsey graduated from Kansas State University, (EMAW!!), with a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education. Before joining Comfort Keepers, Lindsey was a 7th grade science teacher in North Carolina for 15 years.
After moving to Florida, she made a career change and began working in the hearing aid industry as a Patient Care Coordinator, then Office Manager for Hear Again America. It’s in that role she learned she has a passion for helping seniors live their best lives. Upon that realization, Lindsey began volunteering at Senior Friendship Centers, developing a deep understanding of the needs of seniors in the community.
Armed with the patience of a middle school teacher and the ability to effectively communicate with the senior population, Lindsey will seamlessly transition into the role of Client Services Manager at Comfort Keepers.
When not working, Lindsey spends her time volunteering, (Senior Friendship Centers, All Faith’s Food Bank, St Barbara’s Greek Festival, Sertoma, and Girls Inc.). She loves the beach, animals, and most of all her son, Alexander.
Christian ("Chris") King
Home Care Services Coordinator
Born in Jacksonville, Florida and after spending many years in Pensacola, Chris relocated to Sarasota in 2013. Chris earned a degree in Business Management and Accounting from Virginia College, along with a certification in early childhood development.
Chris is actively involved as the vice-president and director of transportation at a non-profit senior dog rescue in Venice. Her commitment extends to her three Yorkshire terriers, all survivors of puppy mills, whom she cares for alongside fostering end-of-life Yorkies.
Drawn to Comfort Keepers by her passion for assisting those in need, Chris finds fulfillment in ensuring both physical and emotional support for individuals. This calling is particularly meaningful for her as she witnesses her aging mother's transition and the challenges, and being able to provide her mom with support she needs.
Interested in joining the Comfort Keepers Sarasota care team?
We offer competitive compensation, a highly flexible work schedule, and opportunities to impact someone’s life in a meaningful and fulfilling way. Whether you’re looking for a part-time job senior care job or the start of a new career, we’d love to hear from you.
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