Heart of HomeWell

Heart of HomeWell winners represent the best of in-home care. See what trusted care and true compassion looks like through their inspiring stories of selflessness and devotion.

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Celebrating caregivers who make all the difference

This annual award recognizes one caregiver across all our franchise locations who has gone above and beyond in their duties. As our brand’s highest honor, a Heart of HomeWell recipient embodies the core values that define who we are and reminds us of why we do what we do. They are the steady presence at a client’s side, reliable support for families, and a companion who never stops encouraging and showing up.

To identify each year’s recipient, locations nominate their top caregivers. Submissions are reviewed and voted on, with only one individual selected to receive this prestigious award.

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Soonhee Phillips

Our 2026 Heart of HomeWell Award Winner: Soonhee Phillips

For 12 years, Soonhee Phillips has demonstrated the power of compassion and consistency. She first built trust with a client with advanced dementia who was combative and unable to connect with previous caregivers—yet Soonhee broke through in her native language where others could not, transforming her quality of life. Known for her relentless commitment to clients, Soonhee always goes beyond expectations, bringing reassurance and meaningful support to every stage of their journey.

Our 2026 Finalists

Cynthia Thomas
Cynthia Thomas

Evans, GA

 Cynthia Thomas
Cynthia Thomas

Evans, GA

 Leekyra Demostene
Leekyra Demostene

Carmel, IN

 Leekyra Demostene
Leekyra Demostene

Carmel, IN

 Soonhee Phillips
Soonhee Phillips

Anchorage, AK

 Soonhee Phillips
Soonhee Phillips

Anchorage, AK

Our 2026 nominees

All who are nominated for the Heart of HomeWell each year are deserving of recognition. Representing HomeWell locations nationwide, the individuals below reflect what a caregiver can do when they are driven by compassion and the difference they bring to their communities.

Kassandra Harris

Madison, MS

Patrina Daniels

North Glendale, AZ

Jen Konicek

Brookfield, WI

Lourdes Palomera

Brookfield, WI

Abby Law

Gainesville, GA

Cynthia Lincoln

Worthington, OH

Ida Richardson

Lake Forest, IL

Abidemi Agbelusi

Carrollton, TX

Debra Blackmon

The Woodlands, TX

Amber Boucher

Simsbury, CT

Tracina Wallace

Fort Mill, SC

Cindy Downs

Georgetown, DE

Past winners

 2025 Recipient: Carmen Riojas Video

2025 Recipient: Carmen Riojas

Austin, Texas

2024 Recipient: Lisa Montoya Video

2024 Recipient: Lisa Montoya

Colorado Springs, CO

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2023 Recipient: Christine Slater

Worthington, Ohio

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2022 Recipient: Tania Manrresa

Stafford, Texas

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