Meet the Team

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Brett S.

Founder and CEO

Brett founded Chosen Family Home Care to create a more personal impact on care. He’s passionate about serving Philadelphia’s seniors and LGBTQ+ community through inclusive, family-focused support.

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Yezebel Sanchez 

I welcome new caregivers with a smile and keep the hiring process running smoothly—answering questions, guiding steps, and making sure their first experience feels like a warm start. 

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Cianni Vera 

Front Desk Coordinator/Client Care Specialist

Hi! My name is Cianni Marie Vera. I’m currently a Front Desk Coordinator/Client Care Specialist at Chosen Family Home Care, where I enjoy helping people and keeping things running smoothly.

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Yemarie Mendez 

Client Care Coordinator

I, Yemarie have over eight years of experience in the Home Care industry. As a Client Care Coordinator I bring compassion and genuine love for helping others in Chosen Family Home Care.

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Jonathan Colina

HR Manager

Jonathan Colina is originally from Venezuela. He moved to the United States and later went to Penn State University, where he studied and prepared for his career.

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Kiany Colina 

Partnerships & Operations Liaison

Hi there! I am the Operations and Partnerships Liaison for Chosen Family Home Care and CareBridge Academy, where I bridge compassionate care with career-building education.

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Tim Deserable

Director of Operations

Tim Deserable, MS, is the Director of Operations at Chosen Family Home Care, where he leads agency operations, caregiver support, and client services. With a strong background in home care leadership, Tim is dedicated to ensuring...

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Melody Naroleski 

Office Manager

I have spent most of my career in customer service, restaurants, retail, and orthopedic medicine. I always appreciate a job that constantly challenges me. I'm passionate about helping people and creating positive experiences in every interaction.

Our Caregivers

Caregivers are carefully selected, background-checked, and trained in best practices for personal care, safety, and cultural competence. Many are from the communities we serve, and all share a deep commitment to showing up with kindness and professionalism.


We focus on consistency, so you’ll see familiar faces and build trusted relationships. Our caregivers are dependable, thoughtful, and always ready to help.

Local Leadership

We are proudly based in Philadelphia and led by a team that lives and works here. That means you won’t be calling a call center. You’ll get real people who know your name, care about your experience, and are always available to answer questions, offer support, and make sure your care feels right.

Meet the People Who Care

Join Our Team

We’re always looking for passionate, dependable caregivers who want to make a difference in people’s lives. If you believe in respectful, inclusive care that truly puts people first, we’d love to connect with you.