Stephanie Howe - RN

Owner

Stephanie Howe, RN, is the owner of 6 Comfort Keepers franchises in central NJ.  She began providing services to her first client in 2005 in her first office in Hamilton and 2006 in Monroe Township.

The business started because Stephanie had a parent with chronic progressive Multiple Sclerosis and was admitted into a nursing home at age 44, because there were no services like this available at the time.  Stephanie was diagnosed with the same disease at age 26 and did not want others to suffer as her family did.

She is committed to assisting not just the elderly, but anyone needing home care services in order to continue living safely at home. 

Stephanie is a Registered Nurse and has been elected by her peers to the National Advisory Council to represent other franchisees across the country at the Comfort Keepers corporate level.

In 2016, Stephanie opened the New Jersey Caregiver Academy to certify caregivers as Certified Home Health Aide's with the Board of Nursing. It is a great resource for training our caregivers with the best nurses and curriculum in the state!

Stephanie remains healthy and resides in Robbinsville with her six children and five dogs.

Henry (2011-2018)

Director of The "Golden" Rule

In Spring of 2018, we lost Henry, our four legged friend, who served as our Director of Love & Respect. Every day, Henry reminded all of us the importance of treating others how we wish to be treated... the "Golden" Rule.

Henry was a fun loving pup, who could be found around the office to greet our guests. 

While Henry is no longer with us, his legacy lives on as we remind ourselves the importance of kindness and respect for others. 

Millie

Director of Cuteness

Millie was hired as our Director of Cuteness in March 2018. As the Director of Cuteness, Millie's responsibilities are very limited, yet very meaningful---- be cute. 

Despite getting caught taking occasional naps during the work day, Millie fulfills her responsibility day in and day out. 

Sheila Truncellito

General Manager - CDP

Sheila Truncellito is the General Manager with oversight of all services in the six territories of the franchise. She began her career with Comfort Keepers as Client Care Coordinator in 2012. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) endorsed by the National Council of Certified Practitioners.

Sheila hails from Indiana where she grew up in a farming family. She received a B.A. from DePauw University and went to work on the start-up staff of People Express airlines. She gained human resources experience there which she put to work in a career as a human resources manager in the insurance field.

She took a hiatus to raise her daughter and in those years also worked as a professional storyteller/singer, performing in many nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, senior centers and schools in the tri-state area. She has further served as a community mediator in her local municipal court system. She also loves singing in a cappella groups and sewing.

Sheila has been married to her wonderful husband, Gene, for nearly 40 years. They have a lovely daughter, Eva, who previously enjoyed working for Comfort Keepers.

Her daily joy is knowing when Comfort Keepers has found the perfect match between client and caregiver that lets clients and their families feel at ease and in good hands.

Nina Talone, BSN, RN

Director of Nursing

Nina is our Director of Nursing for all six territories. Before Comfort Keepers, Nina worked in the ICU at St. Francis for 10 years, and has been working in Home Care since 2014..  

Nina graduated nursing school in 2006, and then went on to attend Felician College and graduated with her Bachelors of Science in Nursing in 2011. 

Having previous experience in a fast-paced environment has made Nina’s transition into Director of Nursing much easier.  Her compassion for people and ability to remain positive helps her succeed in this new role!

Outside of work, Nina loves to read, spend time with her friends and family, and loves to spend time outdoors- either poolside or on a waverunner. Nina also has a love for animals and did dog rescue for 7 years until she had her son in 2010. 

Megan Durbin

Director of Operations

Our Robbinsville Territory Manager, Megan Durbin, has been with Comfort Keepers since 2013. She recently transferred from our Toms River office to our Robbinsville location. Prior, she was the Lead Staffing Coordinator in Robbinsville. Although she will miss Toms River clients and caregivers, she is excited to be back where it all started for her. Before joining Comfort Keepers, Megan worked as a private caregiver. She had many clients whom she loved dearly. Megan will admit she is not a good cook, but her one client loved her spaghetti, even though she had to put two packets of sweet and low in it! Megan loved taking care of her clients, especially singing and dancing with them. She even gave one of her clients the nickname of “hummingbird” because her client would hum all day long.

Megan formerly resided in Maryland for seven years. Prior to Comfort Keepers and private caregiving, Megan helped care for her grandmother and was a manicurist at an upscale salon for 21 years. Megan loved doing nails, but she felt it was time for a change and decided it was time to revisit her passion in helping the elderly.

Kristin Calderone - CDP

Territory Manager - Monroe Township

Kristin Calderone is the Territory Manager of our Monroe Township location. She attended Monmouth University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and Psychology. Before college, she worked in various ministry opportunities including: a youth ministry in Lakewood, NJ, an international non-profit organization based in Israel, as well as travelling to South and Central America to help renovate homes and provide clean water to local families.

Prior to working with Comfort Keepers, Kristin worked in customer service at a small credit union. She has used those organizational and management skills to provide excellent support for her Monroe clients.

Kristin is empowered by the conviction that every individual-- regardless of age, demographic, or background—has a specific and intricate purpose. Every life is necessary and everyone has something unique and beautiful to contribute to society. In her work with us, she revels in meeting new prospective clients, hearing their stories, and growing the CK family.

Kristin is a Certified Dementia Practioner (CDP) endorsed by the National Council of Certified Practioners. 

Sophie Battaglino

Territory Manager – Morristown, Bridgewater, Warren

Sophie Battaglino is the Territory Manager for our Bridgewater, Morristown, and Warren locations. Growing up, Sophie helped care for her Nan, who had ALS, and her Meemaw, who lived to be 100. She would keep them company, play games, and watch their favorite tv shows/movies with them. Through lending a hand to her family, she developed a soft spot for helping others. 

Since high school, Sophie has worked customer service jobs in a variety of environments. Sophie went on to attend Seton Hall University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Honors Psychology. Post graduation, she worked at a recovery center for Substance Use Disorders and mental health diagnoses. There she fulfilled several roles, including client care management. 

She is dedicated to helping others obtain care that enables them to live their best lives, and enjoys the meaningful connections she has created along the way. 

Payel Paul

Territory Manager- Toms River

Payel Paul is the Territory Manager of our Toms River office. She holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology from Dowling College in New York. Following her graduation, she began her career as a case manager assistant and took on various roles within the company.

Payel loves spending quality time with her family and has recently developed a newfound passion for gardening.

She is extremely enthusiastic about her role here at Comfort Keepers and is eager to make a positive impact by changing lives!

Jill Ercolano

Scheduling Coordinator- Robbinsville, Bridgewater, Morristown, and Warren

Jill Ercolano is one of our Scheduling Coordinators for Warren, Bridgewater, Morristown, Robbinsville!.

Prior to working at Comfort Keepers, Jill worked in retail as a Personal Shopper, Assistant Buyer, Bookkeeper and Manager. Her ability to work in a fast paced environment makes her an excellent addition to our Toms River team. 

In Jill’s spare time she enjoys spending time with her children and dogs. She also has practiced Yoga for the last 16 years. 

Alex Metrik

Scheduling Coordinator- Robbinsville, Bridgewater, Morristown, and Warren

Alex is one of our Scheduling Coordinators for Warren, Bridgewater, Morristown, and Robbinsville!

Before joining the team, Alex managed the online department at Bird Paradise.

There she became proficient in providing customers with exceptional service, both in quality of product and overall customer service experiences. 

Alex resides in Palmyra with her cat Franklin and Bill. During her spare time she enjoys being with family and friends.  She is also currently in school to become a registered nurse, so she surely has a passion for the field of health care!

Brianna Arends

Scheduling Coordinator- Monroe Twp.

Prior to joining Comfort Keepers, Bri worked in law enforcement  for 5 years. She is excited to embark on a new career path in home health care. 

She holds a bachelors degree in criminal justice and a Masters degree in Management.  She is excited about connecting with the clients and caregivers.  

Outside of work, Bri enjoys going on adventures seeing new places and spending time with family and friends. 

Jaime Urban

Scheduling Coordinator- Toms River

Marie Johnson

Human Resources Manager

Marie Johnson is the Human Resources Manager for all six territories of the franchise. Before Comfort Keepers, Marie worked as the Human Resources Director at a Nursing Home and Rehab Center in the Bronx where she was responsible for all areas of HR. 

She graduated from Manhattan College majoring in Business Administration. With over 25 years of Business/HR experience, she is well versed in management, communication, customer service, recruiting and more. 

Marie is very passionate about treating all people with respect, kindness and understanding. She strives to always have a positive attitude and optimistic outlook on life.

She has been married for 26 years and is a loving Mother of 3 and Grandmother of 3. Her grandchildren are her pride and joy. 

Sydney Green

Recruiter- Robbinsville, Toms River, Monroe Twp.

Sydney is the Recruiter for our six offices. She is a recent graduate from Rider University where she received a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management.  

In the past, Sydney has worked in HR as an intern before graduating. Sydney worked as a wrestling manager for Riders D1 wrestling team for four years during her time at Rider.  In her spare time, Sydney enjoys watching Philly sports teams play, as well as spending time with family, and friends. 

Lauren Tabor

Human Resources Generalist

Lauren Tabor is our Human Resources Generalist and a recent graduate of The College of New Jersey where she received a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and a minor in Psychology.  In the past, Lauren has worked with children and in various customer service roles.  The most recent position was at the front desk of a spa/salon where she enjoyed interacting with the clients.  Lauren strives to be compassionate and caring to all In her spare time, Lauren enjoys swimming, going to concerts, and spending tiome with family and friends.  

Dawn Pidcock

Billing/Payroll Coordinator

Dawn Pidcock joined the Comfort Keepers family in 2012 and serves as our Billing/Payroll Coordinator for all six of our territories in New Jersey. 

Dawn graduated from Cittone Institute in Princeton and started her career off as a court reporter. She also worked for two medical groups previously.

When Dawn isn’t behind her computer working, she enjoys practicing yoga, spending time in the outdoors with her family hiking, watching her children ski, and being an advocate for children with disabilities.

Danielle Davis

Account Payable Specialist

Danielle Davis is our Account Payable Specialist. Danielle graduated from Mercer County Community College with an Associate Degree in Applied Science and became licensed as a Medical Laboratory Technologist. Before working at Comfort Keepers, Danielle worked for over 18 years in the Oncology and Hematology field as a Medical Biller and MLT.

When Danielle is not at Comfort Keepers she is helping her husband run their landscaping business. She enjoys spending time running, reading, beach trips, traveling, walking her dogs and spending time with family. Danielle and her husband reside in Hamilton Square with their two children, cat and two Labrador retrievers.

Tina Henry

Administrative Assistant

Tina Henry is our Administrative Assistant. When Tina is not in our Robbinsville office, she currently works as a Wildland Firefighter helping Smokey the Bear keep our forests safe. Prior to working at Comfort Keepers, she worked as an Office Assistant for a Pest Management company.  She is excited to embark on her new journey with this field of work. In her spare time, Tina loves to spend time with her loving husband John of 4 years and her family. She plays guitar, sings country music and loves to embroider. It's one of her favorite things to do. She has a golden retriever named Andy and thirteen chickens with silly names such as Lasagna, Coleslaw, Pancakes, Nugget and so on. She is so excited to be a part of our team!