Our Staff
Brian Delaney, Owner
Twenty years ago, when Brian’s father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 65, he suddenly found himself in a difficult position. Having little practical knowledge of the disease and knowing even less about how to be a caregiver, he had to learn everything the hard way. Providing personal care to seniors can be an extremely rewarding experience, but it can also be both physically and emotionally challenging. The experience of being one of his father’s primary caregivers and navigating the world of senior health care laid the foundation for the philosophy of Visiting Angels of Tallahassee. Whether you’re considering a facility or a company that provides in-home care, the most important aspect is the quality of the caregiver tending to your loved one.
The overall philosophy that guides this Visiting Angels office rests on the belief that a caregiver who is supported and respected will always deliver the best service possible. At Visiting Angels of Tallahassee, we have earned the reputation of attracting and maintaining the very best caregivers in the Big Bend area. This is because we do our best to treat those in our referral network like gold by making sure they are always shown the respect and compassion they deserve.
Twenty years ago, when Brian’s father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 65, he suddenly found himself in a difficult position. Having little practical knowledge of the disease and knowing even less about how to be a caregiver, he had to learn everything the hard way. Providing personal care to seniors can be an extremely rewarding experience, but it can also be both physically and emotionally challenging. The experience of being one of his father’s primary caregivers and navigating the world of senior health care laid the foundation for the philosophy of Visiting Angels of Tallahassee. Whether you’re considering a facility or a company that provides in-home care, the most important aspect is the quality of the caregiver tending to your loved one.
The overall philosophy that guides this Visiting Angels office rests on the belief that a caregiver who is supported and respected will always deliver the best service possible. At Visiting Angels of Tallahassee, we have earned the reputation of attracting and maintaining the very best caregivers in the Big Bend area. This is because we do our best to treat those in our referral network like gold by making sure they are always shown the respect and compassion they deserve.
Kelli Spears, Director of Operations
Kelli hails from Wakulla, Florida and studied Health and Physical Education at the University of West Georgia. She is responsible for facilitating communication among clients and their families, and initiating the referral process. Kelli has been working with seniors and their loved ones for over ten years. She has worked at two Assisted Living Facilities here in Tallahassee as the Event and Activities Coordinator. In her experience at these facilities, Kelli learned how to deal with the unique needs of seniors and their families.
Kelli hails from Wakulla, Florida and studied Health and Physical Education at the University of West Georgia. She is responsible for facilitating communication among clients and their families, and initiating the referral process. Kelli has been working with seniors and their loved ones for over ten years. She has worked at two Assisted Living Facilities here in Tallahassee as the Event and Activities Coordinator. In her experience at these facilities, Kelli learned how to deal with the unique needs of seniors and their families.
Mandie Yates, Director of Client Relations
Mandie serves as the Director of Client Relations and has been with the company since 2018. With a background in insurance and recruiting, she excels in assisting clients and caregivers alike by processing client requests and finding the best caregivers in the Tallahassee area. Mandie is a Tallahassee native who spends as much time as she can enjoying the warm Tallahassee sun, tending to her expansive garden, spending time with her family, and camping at state parks. Her long-standing history in the Tallahassee area strengthens her commitment to serving clients and caregivers to ensure all have a positive experience with Visiting Angels.
Mandie serves as the Director of Client Relations and has been with the company since 2018. With a background in insurance and recruiting, she excels in assisting clients and caregivers alike by processing client requests and finding the best caregivers in the Tallahassee area. Mandie is a Tallahassee native who spends as much time as she can enjoying the warm Tallahassee sun, tending to her expansive garden, spending time with her family, and camping at state parks. Her long-standing history in the Tallahassee area strengthens her commitment to serving clients and caregivers to ensure all have a positive experience with Visiting Angels.
Rachel Woofter, Referral Manager
Rachel is from Crawfordville, Florida, where she obtained her CNA license through the Wakulla High Medical Academy. Currently operating as the Referral Manager, Rachel displays an intrinsic understanding of this industry and genuine care for clients and caregivers alike. Her unique ability to understand the needs of clients and families, and match them with the strengths of caregivers, creates an opportunity for each family to experience tailored caregiving that meets individual needs. Rachel embraces the Visiting Angels philosophy by providing the best service possible to every client and caregiver.
Rachel is from Crawfordville, Florida, where she obtained her CNA license through the Wakulla High Medical Academy. Currently operating as the Referral Manager, Rachel displays an intrinsic understanding of this industry and genuine care for clients and caregivers alike. Her unique ability to understand the needs of clients and families, and match them with the strengths of caregivers, creates an opportunity for each family to experience tailored caregiving that meets individual needs. Rachel embraces the Visiting Angels philosophy by providing the best service possible to every client and caregiver.
Melissa Bass, Administrative Manager
Melissa was raised in Madison, Florida and moved to Tallahassee in 2017. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Saint Leo University. Prior to coming to Visiting Angels, Melissa worked in the insurance industry with Farm Bureau for ten years. Melissa eagerly applies her vast background in customer service and engagement in her role as the Administrative Manager. In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors with her three dogs (Maggie, Brantley, and Levi), and spending time with her family.
Melissa was raised in Madison, Florida and moved to Tallahassee in 2017. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Saint Leo University. Prior to coming to Visiting Angels, Melissa worked in the insurance industry with Farm Bureau for ten years. Melissa eagerly applies her vast background in customer service and engagement in her role as the Administrative Manager. In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors with her three dogs (Maggie, Brantley, and Levi), and spending time with her family.