About CARE, Inc.
CARE, Inc. is one of Louisiana’s oldest and largest premium in-home care service providers for the elderly and developmentally disabled.
Committed to people, first and foremost
As one of the longest-serving and largest home care service providers in Louisiana, CARE, Inc. offers families a wonderful alternative to institutional-based health care. If you want to avoid placing your special elderly family member in a nursing home or assisted living facility or putting your child in a state school for those with disabilities, our state-licensed in-home personal care services are the best fit for your family.
The Mission of CARE, Inc.
CARE, Inc. assists individuals with both physical and/or mental disabilities in achieving a better quality of life by caring for them in their own homes. We believe that individuals who live at home and remain active in their community maintain their self-dignity and ultimately live a higher quality of life.
The Values of CARE, Inc.
Help make life better for those around you.
The Values of CARE, Inc.
Do the best you can, in all that you do.
The Values of CARE, Inc.
Always treat others with dignity, respect and fairness.
The Values of CARE, Inc.
Make the most of every day. Life is meant to be enjoyed.
The Values of CARE, Inc.
Services delivered to meet your needs.
The Values of CARE, Inc.
Team collaboration with State Officials and Support Coordinators.
Meet The Team
James Griffith
President
We have been serving clients in Southeast Louisiana since 1991. Nothing makes us happier than knowing we have employees and clients to who have allowed us to be their employer and provider for over 30 years. We are grateful and fortunate to be trusted and relied upon by so many wonderful people to deliver a special peace of mind that your loved one is taken care of properly. I truly love what we do at CARE Inc.!
Don Bankston
CEO
Bridgette Willson
Billing Director
It has been my extreme pleasure to work for CARE since 2001! I have so many memories of my 22 years working here - from manually calculating payroll after Hurricane Katrina to Bowling at the Bowling alley. To be able to serve our wonderful staff and visit with them is always fun. Over these many years I can honestly say that very few days have actually felt like work. I am so lucky to have such a caring place with wonderful people. I count Care Inc. as one of the blessings in my life.
Terri Salinas
Administrator/SSC Director
I have been employed with Care, Inc. for over 2 decades. I started as a Social Service Coordinator and became Administrator of Care, Inc. in 2004. I believe in quality of care for all clients with professionalism and dedication. One of the many things I love about working with CARE is being of service to others. It is both fulfilling and gratifying. Above all I appreciate the loyal, dedicated and hardworking DSW staff at Care, Inc. Teamwork is one of the greatest way that we achieve our success at Care., Inc.
Dawanna Traylor
HR Director
I have been with CARE, Inc. since 2011 and the HR Director for 1 ½ yrs. I am responsible for employee relations in a field that services the elderly and people with disabilities. I am honored to have a part in helping people who need us. We are extremely thankful for our DSW staff and acknowledge their hard work and dedication. I am grateful to be a part of the team at Care, Inc.
Julie Burns
SSD - Covington
I have been working with Care Inc. for 15 years. Before working with Care, I was a case manager for Easter Seals. I love working with the populations we serve. My clients remind me every day what is important in life. I look forward to being able to help my clients achieve their goals, celebrate their successes and help them through the difficult times.
Michelle Calderone
SSD - Baton Rouge
Having been in the social service field for 25 years it is clear that CARE Inc. is an exemplary provider of services to individuals with disabilities. I previously worked for CARE for 20 years and am very happy to be back with this amazing team.
Meg Mitchell
SSD - Laplace
I have worked with CARE, Inc. for over a decade. I truly saw the integrity and leadership of CARE, Inc. among provider agencies when I joined the team. Home care can be a difficult industry when dealing with peoples' private space and lives. But, when our direct service workers really connect with our clients and are welcomed as part of their family, I am able to witness and celebrate those connections, and it gives me a sense of accomplishment.
Our team is what makes us great.
It’s not a coincidence that “CARE” is part of our company’s name. Our culture and commitment to caring for our clients set us apart from other home care agencies. Plus, our caring spirit is not limited to the care we give our clients. We care about people, especially our staff. These team members are the foundation of our company and the main reason we have grown to become one of Louisiana’s largest in-home care providers. Through excellent pay, a positive atmosphere and a culture of care and respect, our employees are happy, which is a sentiment passed along to our clients through compassionate, quality care… everyday.
Our office is comprised of amazing support staff, including supervisors, Human Resources department, scheduling department, and Billing department. Our staff always makes sure every client receives professional, courteous and prompt attention—from care and scheduling to billing or any kind of concern.
Now with over 400+ employees, CARE, Inc. is large enough to handle any assignment, while still maintaining a culture based on personalized attention and exceptional service. Our name says it all... we truly care!
We're experts in the field.
& Training
We provide all waiver services including:
Residential Options Waiver
Above all, thank you for taking the time to learn more about CARE, Inc. We look forward to learning more about your family and providing you with exceptional support.