David Coker

Franchise owner since 2003

David and his wife Julie married in 2000 and have three children.  They opened their first Comfort Keepers office in Florence in 2003.  David expanded services by opening Offices in Sumter in 2008, Columbia in 2013 and Charleston in 2019.  David graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences in 1997.

Danielle Larymore

General Manager

Danielle joined our Comfort Keepers team in May 2017.  Her background is in Healthcare Administration with Carolina Pines and The Medical Group.  In 2014, she graduated from Florence Darlington Technical College with an Associate in Science and Associate in Arts. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Healthcare Management in 2016 from South University.  

Craig Goss

Marketing and Community Relations Manager

Craig has been with Comfort Keepers since 2005.  He coordinates all Marketing strategies in Florence, Sumter, Columbia and Charleston.  Craig graduated from Francis Marion University with a Bachelor of Science in Sociology in 1988.  He is a Veteran of the Gulf War 1990-91.  

Charlotte Hamilton

Director of Accounting and Administrations

Charlotte joined our Comfort Keepers team in February 2019.   Charlotte is married and enjoys time with her family, friends and her son's baseball games.

Jennifer Porter

Human Resources Manager

Jennifer joined our Comfort Keepers team in 2008.  She manages the Human Resource Department. She is responsible for all employment related issues and compliance.  She graduated in 2002 with a Bachelors of Fine Arts (BFA) from Atlanta College of Art (ACA).

Lindsey Heppler

Marketing and Community Relations

Lindsey joined the Comfort Keepers team in March 2025 after 17 years of service to the community as a loyal educator.  Born in Ohio, she has lived in California, Arizona, and has lived in Charleston, SC since 2017.  A traveler at heart, a boater by weekend, Lindsey enjoys her life under the Sun with her supportive husband by her side, and beloved goldendoodle, MIllie.  

Tia Hughes

Scheduling Care Coordinator

Tia grew up in a military family and has called Charleston home since 2008. One of her favorite childhood experiences was living in Okinawa, Japan. Outside of work, she enjoys holistic medicine, baking, and designing social media graphics.

She is passionate about creating inclusive treats for those with dietary restrictions, and she loves connecting with communities through vendor events. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Benedict College (Class of 2018) and enjoys helping others by understanding their unique needs.

Brianna Simmons

Client Care Coordinator RN

Brianna is a Registered Nurse with diverse experience across pediatrics, med-surg, oncology, rehab, dialysis, and skilled nursing. Previously an LPN for five years,She earned her RN license in 2024. Outside of work, she enjoys baking, gardening, traveling, and exploring Charleston. Roll Tide!

Stephen Beegle

Scheduling Care Coordinator

Stephen managed a psychology research lab at Purdue University, focusing on infectious disease, reproductive health, and substance misuse.He has published multiple papers on infectious diseases and hold certifications in responsible research conduct and project management. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, cooking, traveling, and swimming.He is also a former Eagle Scout. 

Destiny Ford

Recruitment Coordinator

Destiny is passionate about making a positive impact in others’ lives and enjoys connecting with potential new hires to learn about their stories and what inspires them to become caregivers. Destiny graduated from Troy University in May 2025 with a Bachelor’s in English and a minor in Education.She has worked as a Retail Supervisor at Bealls and as a Student AI Writing Trainer at Troy. She is an active alumni member and Treasurer of Tau Beta Sigma. In her free time, She enjoys reading, writing, and reviewing animated or superhero films. She also holds certifications in CPR, Mandated Reporting, and technical writing from Troy University.