{"id":6777,"date":"2025-04-23T23:50:18","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T06:50:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.amadaseniorcare.com\/birmingham-senior-care-new\/?page_id=6777"},"modified":"2025-10-24T12:07:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T19:07:37","slug":"our-team","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.amadaseniorcare.com\/birmingham-senior-care\/our-team\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Team"},"content":{"rendered":" \n
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Meet the Team at Amada Birmingham<\/h1>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n\n\n \n
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Len Everts<\/strong>  | Owner<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Owner of Amada Senior Care Birmingham, Army veteran Len Everts<\/strong> leads a trusted home care team that goes beyond sitter service with thoughtful care coordination and caregiver matching, transparent communication, and step-by-step guidance for families. Len is our in-house expert on Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI)\u2014he personally reviews policies, coordinates with carriers, and helps families unlock benefits that pay for home care, companion care, and respite for family caregivers. He also supports VA home care and Veteran benefits, helping Veteran families navigate eligibility and access the services they’ve earned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Len is passionate about Birmingham’s neighborhoods, food scene, and people\u2014you may spot him in Alabama gear at Waffle House with Mia, his 10-pound Havapoo. He volunteers with Encore, a Respite for All program, and builds local partnerships so families can find reliable help quickly. Having walked with his own aging loved ones, Len understands the stress on family caregivers and is committed to solutions that restore dignity and peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The true measure of any society can be found in how it treats its most vulnerable members.” \u2013 Mahatma Gandhi<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Shuntel Talton<\/strong>  | Director of Operations<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Director of Operations for Amada Senior Care Birmingham, Shuntel Talton<\/strong> ensures every detail of home care runs dependably\u2014from intake and assessments to scheduling and quality assurance. Guided by a psychology background and lived caregiving experience, she designs systems that go beyond sitter service, offering proactive family updates, dependable coverage, and consistent caregiver support, including flexible respite for family options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shuntel and her husband are raising four children in Pinson, continuing a proud tradition of public education and community service. Known for perseverance and problem-solving, she’s energized by turning challenges into solutions that help seniors and families breathe easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” \u2013 Michael Jordan<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Allison Muro | HR, Compliance & Recruiter<\/mark> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As HR, Compliance & Recruiter for Amada Senior Care Birmingham, Allison Muro<\/strong> recruits, screens, and develops caregivers who deliver reliable home care. She maintains rigorous compliance and training standards so families experience dependable help that goes beyond sitter service\u2014from companionship and personal care to flexible respite for family options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allison lives in Hoover with her family and their adopted cat, Sophie. A devoted “Team Mom,” she brings the same encouraging spirit to supporting caregivers and celebrating client milestones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“I know what a difference caregivers can make in someone’s life.”<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Angela Gant | Client Care and Outreach Support<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Angela’s<\/strong> story is one of lifelong learning, leadership, and service\u2014values that perfectly align with the mission of Amada Senior Care Birmingham. A retired English teacher from Homewood High School, Angela spent 28 years helping students find their voices through writing and literature. Over the years, she was honored as Homewood City Schools Teacher of the Year and received the Teacher Impact Award for her influence on students and colleagues alike. Today, she brings that same dedication to nurturing Amada caregivers and ensuring seniors receive compassionate, professional care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even in retirement, Angela’s heart remains drawn to mentorship. She finds fulfillment in guiding individuals who are struggling to find their path\u2014helping them see their potential, develop strategies, and move forward with courage. She’s deeply rooted in her faith and community and believes in using her talents to strengthen others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” \u2013 Pablo Picasso<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Caroline LaFollette | Client Care and Outreach Specialist<\/mark> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Born and raised in Anniston, Alabama, Caroline LaFollette<\/strong> brings her passion for people and her warm Southern energy to her role as Client Care and Outreach Specialist at Amada Senior Care Birmingham. After training in physical therapy at UAB, she began her career as a recruiter with HCA and later served as Director of Brand Experience, where she developed a deep understanding of relationship building and communication. At Amada, Caroline combines her professional expertise with her heart for helping families make confident, compassionate decisions about senior care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caroline’s vibrant personality shines through in everything she does. She’s never met a stranger\u2014and never met a person she couldn’t find a million things to talk about. Outside of work, you’ll find her working out at IronTribe, baking, or needlepointing something special for a friend. She leads young professional programs at Canterbury United Methodist Church and loves all things pink, especially her growing lipstick collection. Though she admits she’s terrible at games, her humor and enthusiasm make her a joy to be around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Catch on fire with enthusiasm and people will come for miles to watch you burn.” \u2013 John Wesley<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Holly Garren, RN | Registered Nurse<\/mark> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holly Garren, RN<\/strong> brings decades of nursing expertise to Amada Senior Care Birmingham, including hospice and geriatric experience. She provides clinical oversight, caregiver coaching, and safety checks that go beyond sitter service with health-aware home care. Holly also supports VA home care and Veteran benefits, guiding Veteran families to resources and coordinating benefits so care is simpler for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Central Alabama is home for Holly and her large family\u2014plus a menagerie of animals. An expert markswoman and avid hunter, she’s equally at home sharing favorite recipes and listening to clients’ stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Working with geriatrics is truly a work of the heart.”<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Kiara Washington | Front Office Coordinator<\/mark> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Front Office Coordinator for Amada Senior Care Birmingham, Kiara Washington<\/strong> is often the first voice families hear. She pairs friendly professionalism with detail-oriented follow-through to make intake, scheduling support, and day-to-day communication smooth\u2014creating a welcoming, beyond sitter service experience from the very first call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Leeds native, Kiara enjoys hiking, baking gluten-free creations, and time with her pup. She and her fianc\u00e9 are building a life together in Alabama and love exploring new local spots between fishing trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Care begins with a warm hello and dependable follow-through.”<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tamaya Baxter | Lead Scheduler<\/mark> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tamaya Baxter<\/strong> keeps care running on time for Amada Senior Care Birmingham. A former Amada caregiver with additional healthcare experience, she matches skills, personality, and availability to each client\u2014turning scheduling into care coordination that goes beyond sitter service. Her precision helps prevent gaps in service and creates reliable respite for family for Birmingham-area caregivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A proud Miles College graduate, Tamaya blends analytics with heart. Away from work, she’s an anime enthusiast and creative hobbyist who loves improving systems\u2014skills she applies to building reliable, person-centered schedules that families can trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Without courage we cannot practice any other virtue with consistency.” \u2013 Maya Angelou<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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