Meet The Team:

Our staff utilizes an interdisciplinary team approach to care delivery. This ensures our patients obtain the highest care possible. Our team is made up of staff from our office, nursing, rehabilitation, social services, nutrition departments. Select on the service below to learn more about each staff member.

Owners

Suzanne Kappert, BS, RN
Administrator/CFO

Suzanne moved to Naples 18 years ago with her son to begin working as a nursing supervisor in home health care. After graduating from Penn State with her Bachelor of Nursing she began her nursing career in Critical Care. Once moving to Naples, she moved her nursing direction to home health care. Today, she is the Administrator/CFO managing the financial operations of the company. In support of our community, Suzanne is a proud graduate of Leadership Collier Class of 2015. She actively participates in the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society.



Louise Stewart, MSN, RN
Director of Nursing/Community Relations Administrator

Louise has enjoyed living with her family in Naples for 30 years. She has worked in home care for over 35 years. Her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree was earned at the University of Virginia and her Masters of Science in Adult Nursing at Hampton University. She too is a proud graduate of Leadership Collier Class of 2009. Louise was recognized by the Florida Nursing Association with the Crystal Angel Award for excellence in 2006. She has participated locally with the American Heart Association for 20 years.



Office

Brianna Thompson
Data Entry

 

 

 


Debbie Thompson
Billing Specialist

 

 

 


Kathleen Ebner

 

 

 


Lisa Cormier
Data Entry

 

 

 


Michele Waters
Billing Specialist

 

 

 


Shawn Robair
Insurance Authorization Specialist

 

 

 


Nursing

Anne Owen, RN

 

 

 


Betty Wallenquest, RN

 

 

 


Beth Healey, RN
Intake Coordinator

 

 

 


Cathy Shoults, RN

"Cathy RN and Sharon PT were very caring and always fully explained my question."

 

 


Carol Hughes, RN
Nursing Supervisor

"We would like to express our gratitude to Carol Hughes and all the staff for your compassionate and sincere, comforting care."

 

 


Carol Rothman, RN, WCC
Director of Quality Management

 

 

 


Carolyn Booker, RN, WCC, OMS
Wound Care Specialist & Ostomy Management Specialist

"Carolyn was very kind and patient. I truly looked forward to her coming.”

 

 


David Keefer, RN

“My nurse David and my Physical Therapist were very good.”

"David's care was outstanding."

"Dave was very helpful and knowledgeable."


Elaine Hull, RN 

"I really enjoyed Elaine on her visits."

 

 


Jane King, RN
Special Project

 

 

 


Julie Hubba, RN

 

 

 


Kate Parlavecchio, RN

 

 

 


Kristin Folcik, RN

 

 

 


Lisa D’Itri, RN

“I received wonderful care from Lisa (Nurse) and Kirsten (PT).”

 

 


Lisa Guernsey, RN

 

 

 


Lori Lentz, RN

"Debbie and Lori, I could ask for nothing better"

"Lori was the best of the best."

"As a former HR director I recognize the benefits of outstanding employees. Lori and Maria fall under that category. They gave me a peaceful and strong start to my recovery."


Lucy Shahan, RN

 

 

 


Lynn Woodard, RN

“I looked forward to Lynn and Troy coming. I could not have asked for 2 nicer people.”

"Lynn was very efficient and a nice lady. Troy was very professional and has nice manners." Both Troy and Lynn are a credit to AmeriCare."

"Both Troy and Lynn are a credit to AmeriCare."


Nicole Flothe, RN

 

 

 


Patritia O'Neil, RN

“Pat was professional, helpful and very responsive to my needs and questions.”

 

 


Ricardo Serra, RN

"Ricardo Serra was the best nurse I ever had.”

 

 


Sonia Dumitrescu, RN
Intake Coordinator

 

 

 


Rehabilitation

Physicial Therapists

Cathy DeRenzo, DPT
Rehab Supervisor

"Sharon and Cathy did an excellent job helping me recover from knee replacement surgery."

“Cathy my PT was a pleasure to have in our home!”

"I loved both Maria and Cathy. If I ever need more surgery I would want them both again."


Tina Buttino, PT

 

 

 


Mike Curran, PT

"Mike was patient with me and professional about explaining procedures and expectations."

"Mike lessened our stress and was very patient with us."

“Mike was professional and thorough.”


Sharon Duncan, DPT

“Lori and Sharon were the highlights of my day.”

"Cathy RN and Sharon PT were very caring and always fully explained my question."

"Sharon and Cathy did an excellent job helping me recover from knee replacement surgery."


Julie Eubanks, PT

 

 

 


Craig Foxhoven, PT

 

 

 


Troy Merry, PT

“I looked forward to Lynn and Troy coming. I could not have asked for 2 nicer people.”

"Lynn was very efficient and a nice lady. Troy was very professional and has nice manners." Both Troy and Lynn are a credit to AmeriCare."

"Both Troy and Lynn are a credit to AmeriCare."


Kimberly Nunn, PT

"Kimberly was amazing."

 

 


Maria Sheriffs, PT

"Both Maria and David were committed to providing me with a high level of care."

"As a former HR director I recognize the benefits of outstanding employees. Lori and Maria fall under that category. They gave me a peaceful and strong start to my recovery."

 


Rob Sheriffs, PT

"Rob Sheriff was a positive influence on my recovery."

 

 


Kirsten Shrawder, PT

“I received wonderful care from Lisa (Nurse) and Kirsten (PT).”

 

 


Diana Valdes, PT

 

 

 


Debbie Wallen, PT

"Debbie and Lori, I could ask for nothing better"

"Debbie my PT was excellent to work with.”

"Thanks to Debbie Wallen for her kindness."


Occupational Therapists

Nancy Boggs, OTR

 

 

 


Christine Brossard, OTR

 

 

 


Roxanne Bucholz, OTR

“Roxanne and David were absolutely outstanding.”

 

 


Jessica Chapman, OTR

 

 

 


Barbara Lindner, OTR

“Sharon and Barbara were very impressive.”

 

 


Speech Therapist

Mike Gill, ST

 

 

 


Medical Social Work

Janet Wiskus, MSW

 

 

 


Laura Vos, MSW

 

 

 


Mark Hahn, MSW

 

 

 


Nutrition

Janet Calderwood, RD
Dietician

 

 

 


Patient Comments

Here is your chance to tell us about the care you received. You don't need to give your name or email, just the name and / or section who provided your care and details about the care you received. Please send this information by mail to our office.


"Best Care team ever!!"


"I truly felt I was being taken care of by a 'team' of professionals."


"Excellent all around."


"Terrific care! Top notch!"


"Your staff was both compassionate but firm and very knowledgeable."


“All of the nurses were kind and professional.”


“The staff became my friends.”


“You are to be commended on the professionalism and ‘bed side manner’ of all of your staff. I will definitely recommend your company should the need arise.”


“Thank you for your great care!”


“AmeriCare has been a real blessing in many ways.”


“The care I received was incredible!”


“The staff was always courteous and knowledgeable.”


“It is fair for me to say I enjoyed every visit.”


"I cannot say enough good things.”“It is fair for me to say I enjoyed every visit.”


"If I ever have to have another surgery again I will definitely request AmeriCare.”


"Your staff were super people!!!"


"This was a pleasant experience. Both providers were courteous and pleasant at all times."