Meet Our Team
Our team is dedicated to bringing assisted living home to your loved one. We do this by offering thoughtful, quality, dedicated care.
Having a care team gives families the support needed to navigate health changes and peace of mind knowing their loved one can age-in-place.
We understand the challenges you may encounter, and we are here to help.
Andrew Carlson
Co-founder / Managing Partner
I have a personal history of being a family caregiver. We cared for several aging members of our family. When my Grandmother had a fall, my family hired an agency to provide home care while she completed her therapy in her home where she had lived for decades. I saw first hand how much of an impact it made for our whole family to bring in care professionals.
I am committed to continuously enhancing our approach to engaging with the senior community and proactively addressing their unique requirements. I have over a decade of experience in healthcare and have worked with hospitals and health systems all across the country to improve their Patient-Centered Care and patient satisfaction.
Karla Frese, M.S. CDP
Co-founder / Managing Partner
I am a compassionate advocate dedicated to supporting families in their journey to remain home. Inspired by my grandmother, a stroke survivor, I’ve embraced a philosophy centered on resilience, patience, and compassion. This has guided my unwavering commitment to empower families who share the goal of aging in place.
I collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to ensure that this goal becomes a reality. My role involves providing guidance and support to families and their loved ones, helping them navigate the complexities of their healthcare journeys.
I provide Parkinson’s education, host support groups for Alzheimer’s and Dementia, and volunteer with hospice care. Through these initiatives, we provide essential resources, ongoing education, and a supportive community for individuals and families in need of thoughtful, quality dedicated care.
For me, each day presents an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life and help them focus on what matters most.
Credentials/Certifications:
- Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from the University of Lincoln:
Nursing Assistant, SCC - Social Services Designee, Nebraska Healthcare Association
Alzheimer’s Association Community Educator - Certified Dementia Practitioner
- Parkinson’s Ambassador
J.T. Plummer, MBA
Director of Human Resources
As the Director of Human Resources, I oversee all aspects of our company’s people operations. This includes developing and implementing HR strategies, managing employee relations, recruiting and hiring top talent, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.
My goal is to create a positive and engaging work environment that attracts and retains the best employees while promoting the company’s mission and values.
Credentials/Certifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Human Resource Management.
- Masters in Business Administration (MBA) – Emphasis on Human Resources Management and Leadership
- 10+ years of HR experience
- 5+ years of supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- King of the Andals and the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms, and Protector of the Realm
Haily Sanders
Service Manager
I start by completing a comprehensive assessment for your loved one. This helps us understand the needs, preferences, and ongoing healthcare support that will be needed in the car plan to enable them to remain home. I assist in coordinating services to bring assisted living support home. By providing you the resources you need at the time your loved one needs them you will have peace of mind that needs will be met as their health changes.
Credentials/Certifications:
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration, UNL
- University of Nebraska- Lincoln Research focus in cognitive behavioral psychology
- 6+ years of Healthcare leadership
- 6+ years working supporting families
Anne Metzger
Care Coordinator
As a Care Coordinator, my primary responsibility is to develop schedules and coordinate care services for the clients we serve, ensuring they receive the care they require whenever needed. I work closely with the Service Manager to understand client needs and prepare our caregivers to provide excellent person-centered care customized to client preferences.
Credentials/Certifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Education UNL
- Masters of Research in Qualitative / Quantitative Human Behavior Studies, UNL/The Gallup Organization
- Client / Employee Management Two-Year Certification Program: Rockhurst University
- Licensed Teacher: California, Utah, and Nebraska
- Mentoring Partner: Ventures in Partnership, Lincoln Nebraska
Steph Krause
Clinical Care Coordinator
Credentials/Certifications:
- Registered Nurse from Bryan School of Nursing
- 28 years working with geriatric patients in skilled nursing.
- 14 years working with geriatric neuropsychiatrist
Jenae Osborne
Marketing Manager
I prioritize sharing Home Care Partners’ integral role in the senior community through our Culture of Caring, services, and expertise through press, social media, blogs, and more.
Credentials/Certifications:
Bachelor of Journalism – UNL
Awards and Accolades
Over the past 5 years, Home Care Partners has been fortunate enough to receive many awards in recognition of our commitment to excellence. We are proud to have consistently been named a top provider of Home Health Care in the highly esteemed Lincoln’s Choice Awards. Additionally, our dedication to training has been acknowledged by Home Care Pulse, as we were recognized as a Leader in Training for 2022, 2023, and 2024. These accolades are a testament to our unwavering pursuit of providing exceptional care to our clients.
Together we will create a customized care plan that improves health outcomes and provides safety, comfort, dignity, and companionship.
