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Why choose us ?

We believe aging should feel empowering, not limiting. That’s why we provide personalized care with a human touch, helping older adults live safely and with purpose at home.

Our Team

Behind every phone call, visit, and update is your local team who genuinely cares.

We're here to help with whatever you need, whenever you need it.

Greg and Karen Charyna

Greg and Karen Charyna

Karen and Greg opened Saskatoon's Home Instead office in 2008. Greg (M.Div., M.Ed.) brings his 12 years of experience serving families in churches and Karen (M. Ed.) employs expertise through her previous work as a counselling psychologist. Helping families comes naturally to us.​

Marina Kohle

Marina Kohle

Marina Kohle serves as Service Coordinator , matching Care Professionals with clients for ongoing service. Marina joined us in 2013 and brings to Home Instead a bachelor's degree in education along with experiences involving teaching, leading and administrating. Marina's ongoing role as caregiver for her mother is evidence of her dedication to helping seniors remain in their own homes with dignity and respect! ​

Rita Moate

Rita Moate

Rita serves Home Instead clients as our Client Care Coordinator . As she consults with families Rita assesses their needs and recommends care plans. Rita provides ongoing quality care assurance for all clients. Rita joined the company in 2013 as a Care Professional and offers expertise in Recreation Therapy as well as mental health care.​ Ask to speak with Rita if you are interested in discussing care for your family!

Kristina Anderson

Kristina Anderson

Kristina is our Community Liaison . After eight years as a Care Professional, she knows the many ways Care Pros make a difference in the lives of older adults and support their families. Kristina connects with a wide range of organizations in the city to strengthen collegial relationships, offer resources and form partnerships to ensure aging adults receive the care they need and deserve. Kristina is available for presentations about Home Instead's services.

Brittany Larson

Brittany Larson

Brittany's experience caring for family members living with dementia makes her keenly focused on enhancing the lives of older adults. Her service background and business studies are put to great use as she organizes our daily office and supports staff and clients in the role of Administrative Assistant .

Poppy Pau

Poppy Pau

Licensed Practical Nurse

Poppy joined our team in 2026 as Client Care Advisor, LPN. She provides leadership for our client care team and offers her expertise to ensure the older adults we serve are well cared for. Poppy brings a background in healthcare since 2020, with experience in rural Sask and most recently in acute care at Saskatoon’s Royal University Hospital.

Christia Villa

Christia Villa

Recruitment and HR Coordinator

We are pleased to have Christia serving our Saskatoon office as Recruitment and HR Coordinator. Christia selects the most compassionate and reliable Care Pros for our team and ensure their success by providing ongoing training and support throughout their Home Instead experience. Christia brings a wealth of education and professional experience in Information Systems, HR management and Home Care.

Charlene McArthur

Charlene McArthur

Charlene serves as On Call Coordinator, providing after-hours support to clients and Care Pros every other weekend. While searching for fulfilling work in 2012, Charlene found Home Instead and commenced her career as a Care Professional. Charlene truly is a pro at client service and offers exceptional support to our growing team!

Care Pro of the Month

Bolaji - October 2026

Bolaji joined our team in March with a background in education and has grown into an exceptional Care Pro, providing compassionate care to clients with high-level needs. She consistently shares detailed observations in her reports, balances numerous care tasks, and maintains a positive, upbeat attitude.Even during demanding shifts involving dementia care, behaviors & personal care, Bolaji adapts to her clients’ needs and makes challenging situations look effortless. When Lucy’s family requested a visit from a friend before she left for the winter, Bolaji calmly responded, “We will make it work.” She helped make the visit a success, including a walk outdoors together that brought Lucy joy.Bolaji also demonstrates initiative in engaging clients in meaningful activities. When Dorothy was hesitant to participate in building activities, Bolaji gently encouraged her and off they went engaging in activities together. Her reports reflect her prompt response and commitment to making each visit enjoyable.We recognize the care and patience you provide while juggling the tasks needed to support each of your clients. You always remain positive while taking the initiative to provide care. Thank you for joyfully juggling during each visit.

Our Social Purpose.


Our social purpose starts in Saskatoon, Martensville and Warman, SK but it carries on across the world. The Home Instead network works to create a world where people own their aging journeys. This vision drives us to expand the world’s capacity to care.

    Giving Back

    Home Instead helps older adults age with greater hope and success whether they're our clients or not.

    Be a Santa to a Senior

    Be a Santa to a Senior brings joy to older adults during the holidays by connecting them with thoughtful gifts and the warmth of their community.

    Walk for Alzheimers

    Home Instead walks to raise funds for local programs that improve the lives of people living with dementia.

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    Free Care Resources

    We strive to help family caregivers navigate the aging journey by providing helpful, free resources.