Meet Our Team

George Cestia has been the franchise owner of Home Instead Senior Care since May 2003. He holds a BS in Finance from UL – Lafayette and a MBA from LSU. George is an active owner in the business and in the community. Together with his wife Katie, they have identical twin little girls, Louise and Frances.

Melissa K. Cannon has been with HISC since 2005 and is the Billing, Inquiry, & Operations Specialist. She has held the positions of Recruiter and Staff Coordinator prior to working in her present position. Having worked her entire career in the business administrative field, she brings over 30 years’ experience to her position. Because of having had CAREGivers for family members in the past, Melissa feels she relates to both side of our business.

Melissa and Todd have been married over 40 years. They have 2 grown children who are married and 7 grandchildren. 

​Brooke Melerine has worked as Office Manager, CPR/BLS/AED Instructor, Recruiting and Engagement Coordinator, and recently as the Client Care Coordinator. Brooke brings with her almost 11 years of Medical Office experience. She discovered her drive and persistence works perfectly with the industry and compassion for our Clients and their families. Brooke resides in Lacassine with her husband Beau and 4 children; John, Kenzi, Liam, and Beckett.

​Colleen joined Home Instead in 2020. She is registered nurse with more than 35 years experience in cardiac care, mental health, and behavior health fields. She joins the team in a quality assurance and training role. When not working Colleen enjoys spending time with her two grandchildren.

Charlene White is an enthusiastic and innovative professional with over 12 years' experience in human resources, mental health, behavior health and as a staffing coordinator. Charlene has been employed with Home Instead since 2022 and is passionate about her position as the Recruiter and Retention Coordinator. She is looking forward to working to expand Home Instead Care Pro's and making everyone's experience with Home Instead a rewarding one.

Charlene is married and mother of three girls : Sierra, Alyssa and Madison.

Shay White joined Home Instead in 2024. She brings with her 10 years of office experience to her position of Administrative Assistant. She enjoys assisting in the office wherever she's needed. Shay holds an AA in Computer Technology from Sowela Tech – Lake Charles and she is on track to receive her BS from GCU in Human Resource Management in fall of 2025.

Alexis joined HomeInstead in May of 2024 as Service Coordinator. With a background in healthcare, Alexis spent several years honing strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, which seamlessly transitioned into her current role as a service coordinator. In this capacity, Alexis excels at connecting with people, providing clear communication, and offering effective solutions. Known for her ability to listen attentively and communicate empathetically, she brings a sense of calm and confidence to every interaction. Outside of work, Alexis enjoys spending time with her dogs, playing guitar, and discovering new outdoor adventures.