About Us
Guided by Our Passion for Caring
At Compassionate Care Home Health Services, we are committed to going the extra mile to make life the very best it can be for those we serve.
Our legacy of home care services began decades ago, providing us with a solid foundation of empathy, respect, and integrity that continues to make a difference in the lives of our clients, their families, the community, and our own team.
We take time to listen to each individual’s story and needs, and create a customized plan of care – from basic help with housework and meals, to skilled nursing care, pediatric care, or dementia care – and everything in between, allowing for care continuity that meets needs now and proactively for the future. Call us today at 877.308.1212 to learn more.
Why Choose Us?
Our History
Compassionate Care Home Health Services was founded in 1998 by Joe and Cathy Wilk after Cathy’s diagnosis of multiple sclerosis as they sought the best in-home health care in the rural area of Standish, Michigan.
Combining Cathy’s patient care knowledge with Joe’s technology experience, the agency took shape in their living room, quickly growing to serve as one of the top home care agencies in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula.
Compassionate Care Home Health Services is lovingly dedicated to Cathy’s and Joe’s parents: Ed and Sally Mather, and Joe and Pearl Wilk.
In 2019, Compassionate Care Home Health Services proudly became a second-generation, family-owned business, with ownership transferring to daughter Jody Wilk and trusted executives Laura Alexander, RN, and Edward Ferns.
Together, they uphold the high standards set by Joe and Cathy, delivering exceptional care at home to those in need while creating a positive and rewarding work environment for their team of 250 care professionals.
Our Vision
Our vision is to be one of the top home care agencies in Michigan and the employer of choice for Michigan care professionals by consistently delivering the highest-quality, most compassionate home health care services and continually investing in the development of our team.
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote independence, dignity, and wellness by delivering individually tailored, compassionate, and proactive care that helps clients thrive in the comfort and familiarity of the place they call home.
Our Core Values
- RESPECT: We show high regard for each client’s preferences, needs, and heritage and work to honor these.
- HONESTY: We demonstrate integrity in all of our actions with clients, their family members, our own team, and members of the community.
- GIVING: We give generously of our time and expertise, striving to create an environment for every client to thrive wherever they call home, while also supporting local community initiatives and charities.
- PASSION: We are committed to helping older adults age in place and we believe in acting as a reliable and trustworthy resource for families in the community.
- FUN: We believe in finding joy in each day and sharing that in each of our interactions – with clients, families, and community members.
Our Awards
The Aster Awards annually recognizes outstanding advertising in the healthcare industry. In the 2023 competition, Compassionate Care Home Health Services earned a Gold Aster Award in the logo design/letterhead category.
A panel of industry experts review and score each entry. Gold Aster Awards represent the top 5% in the nation of healthcare advertising excellence.
Our Leadership
Laura Alexander, RN
Chief Executive Officer
Laura is a registered nurse in the state of Michigan with more than 30 years of experience serving the elderly and disabled. She has experience in acute care, long-term care, clinical care, home health care, case management, and business management. Laura’s experience includes 16 years serving in a management role for Compassionate Care Home Health Services.
Edward Ferns
Chief Financial Officer
Edward earned his degree in business management and prior to his current role with Compassionate Care Home Health Services, served as the company’s director of finance for 17 years. Edward has more than 24 years of experience working in accounting and business management roles. When not at work, Edward enjoys hunting and spending time with his family.
Jody Wilk
Chief Operating Officer
Jody is a graduate of Saginaw Valley State University. As COO, she works diligently to lead a positive and rewarding work culture, while making sure clients receive exceptional care. Jody is founder and president of K9 Hero Guardians, a nonprofit that provides funding to law enforcement agencies for K9 programs. Jody has served on the Executive Council for the Stevens Center for Family Business, sings and plays clarinet.
Chris Begres
Network Administrator
Chris is proud to be a member of the Compassionate Care Home Health Services team and shares in the company-wide commitment to providing the best possible service to clients and their families. Chris’ education includes IT tech school and electrical trade school. Outside of work, Chris enjoys spending time with his family, off-roading and hunting.
Joey Wilk
In Memoriam
On April 5, 2010, we lost our friend, family member and co-worker, Joey Wilk, who served in many roles with the company, including payroll assistant, field staff supervisor, and manager of payroll/corporate accounts. When not at work, he enjoyed the Red Wings, hunting and camping. Thank you, Joey, for all you did for the company. We love and eternally miss you.
Professional Affiliations
To ensure we’re providing the highest possible quality of care at all times, we’re proud of our active memberships in the following industry organizations:
Michigan HomeCare and Hospice Association
Established in 1981, the Michigan HomeCare and Hospice Association provides a unified voice for all segments of home care and promotes high standards of patient care.
Brain Injury Association of Michigan
The mission of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan is to improve the lives of those with brain injuries and reduce the incidence and impact of brain injuries through education, research, and support.
Brain Injury Network of Northern Michigan
The Brain Injury Network of Northern Michigan educates and empowers its members, providers, and the community about treatments and recovery from brain injuries.
Bay Area Senior Advocates (BASA)
BASA is a unique blend of both public and private services working together for the good of older adults, families, and caregivers in our regions of the great state of Michigan.
Stevens Center for Family Business
The Stevens Center for Family Business of Saginaw Valley State University supports the success of Great Lakes Bay Region family businesses in their business pursuits and their family relationships.
Our Care Team
We hold to the most rigid standards of excellence in selecting professional care providers to be part of the Compassionate Care Home Health Services family, and we also believe in leadership by example: which means our leaders never ask our care staff to do anything they haven’t done themselves. This approach ensures that across the board, we have exceptional expertise in all facets of care at home.
We place the highest value on each of our team members, ensuring they receive the same level of respect and compassion as the clients we serve. We equip all of our staff with extensive training that enables them to grow both professionally and personally while delivering outstanding care services.
Because we offer a wide range of in-home care services in Saginaw, MI and surrounding communities, from companionship and personal care, to nursing and palliative care, to specialized chronic disease care, our care team includes registered nurses, certified nursing assistants, and home health aides.
All of our team members are thoroughly screened, background and reference checked, interviewed, bonded, and insured. And each member of our care team is someone we would want caring for our own loved ones, providing families with confidence and trust that they’re receiving the very best possible care.
To learn more about our in-home care services in Saginaw, Cadillac, West Branch, Alpena, Traverse City, and throughout Central and Northern Michigan and how Compassionate Care Home Health Services can make life better for someone you love, contact us any time at 877.308.1212 and request a complimentary in-home consultation.