Tom Dean

Owner

As owner, in running a private pay Home Healthcare agency, there can be many challenges day to day. Tom got his CNA license before the company started providing personal care, because in private pay home health care, when you need service generally you need it "Now". Having his CNA allowed Tom the qualifications to fill in briefly if needed in a case. 

Tom admits there can be many challenges day to day, but he likes what he does and says, "I wouldn't trade problems with anyone." Tom is from Alabama, he is a fan of the University of Alabama, and has a picture of Coach Nick Saban in the lobby. He likes computers and is interested in technology.

Kim Dean

Owner

As Owner, Kim brings the heart and the mind of the company together! She attended Virginia Tech and has a strong business background. One of her many strengths is building a strong team of caring people who together make a great home care experience. She previously owned a mortgage brokerage firm and managed collection agency. Kim’s excelled in many sports, and really enjoys golf and tennis.

Dawn Pudlin, Certified Dementia Practicioner

General Manager

Dawn moved from New York to SW Florida in 2005.  She is the General Manager for Comfort Keepers in Lee, Collier and Charlotte Counties. She has been a caregiver since her late teens and had worked in home health and hospice care in New York before moving to Florida. She has also worked in different aspects of senior living including assisted living where she found her true calling in memory care. "This is where I found my true passion with Alzheimer's and dementia clients."  She is a certified Dementia Practitioner who often plays a role in educating families so they can better enjoy time with their loved ones. “My greatest joy is when we are the caregivers so that the family can have quality time with their loved one. Time is so precious."

Kayla Harm RN

Registered Nurse

Kayla is our director of nursing, RN and Geriatric Case Manager . She also manages the Care Team . Having her expertise over the care team is another level of support for caregivers, clients and office staff.   She attended University of Florida  and Florida South Western. She has just completed her  masters and  will continue for her ARNP degree. Having her as a Comfort Keeper has helped our families and  caregivers to stay informed, trained and most importantly to know that they have her expertise when needed.

Jeffery Dailey

Director of Human Resources

Jeff has over 25 years of experience in Human Resources, Operations, and Leadership Management.  His entire career has been spent in the Human Service field.  A passion for leading and helping others supplies the energy to give 100% to each day.  Jeff and his wife Karen moved to SW Florida in 2017 and enjoy all that the area has to offer with their Maltese, Toby.