Our People
Here at Right at Home, we're dedicated to being much more than a franchise company. We are the navigator of what comes next for seniors and adults with disabilities. Our mission has always been to improve the quality of life for those we serve. That means it's always about the people we serve, and our dedicated local owners and their professional teams work tirelessly to care for clients. Though we make sure our franchises live and breathe our mission every day, we recognize that it starts with our corporate team.
These are the people who work behind the scenes to bring you and your loved ones the highest caliber of in‑home care.
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Jeff Welsh
Owner
Jeffrey A. Welsh was raised in the Detroit, Michigan area. His father practiced medicine and his mother cut short nursing school to raise the family. In 1979 Jeff graduated from Michigan State University where he studied social work, but later added business courses and earned a B.A. in Personnel Administration.
After graduation, Jeff joined General Motors as a Public Relations Field Representative promoting science and technology and generating publicity through news outlets.
He has also held positions in Sales Management, has been a Co-owner and CEO of a multi-unit restaurant business, Chief Operating Officer of an educational franchise system, and Professional Consultant to a variety of aspiring business owners. In 1992, he earned an M.B.A. at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.
Jeff started his Right at Home business in Oakland County in early 2007. Later, he added territories in Macomb county and eastern Wayne County. Along with his staff of nurses, administrators and care providers he works hard every day to maintain a good reputation. He is an innovator; always looking for ways to provide the best care even in difficult circumstances. In 2018, Right at Home Tri-County Metro earned accreditation from The Joint Commission, a symbol of quality for organizations that meet certain performance standards in the health care field.
Jeff serves on the Board of Directors of the Michigan Chapter of the Home Care Association of America, and the Quality of Life Committee of the Oakland County Business Round Table. Currently Jeff and his wife Bev live in Clarkston, Michigan. They enjoy travel, golf, visiting with their friends and families, and their dogs Ellie and Dash.
Mindy Rubio
Agency Administrator
Mindy has worked with Right at Home since January 2017. She graduated from Eastern Michigan University in 2000 and is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Prior to joining Right at Home as the Agency Administrator Mindy worked as a Program Manager for an Adult Day Service providing care for older adults with dementia for 12 years.
When not at work Mindy enjoys spending time with her family, including her two young children.
Stephanie Rugenstein
Community Liason
As a Community Liaison, I wear many hats on a day-to-day basis. In the field, I am responsible for marketing, networking, and meeting with families and clients one on one to create a care plan unique to our clients to ensure they are getting their needs met that align with their goals. I have been in the industry for 8 years with various roles. I love how intimate home care can be and honored to be welcomed in our clients’ homes.
Estefanía Barragán
Hiring Manager
I have been a recruiter for over a year now and really enjoy what I do. Being creative, posting new opportunities pre-screening candidates, and interviewing qualified individuals is very rewarding. I enjoy helping people succeed at what they enjoy doing. In my previous company, I was a therapist for people with chemical and behavioral addictions. I also was a recruiter for a company in New Baltimore. In my free time, I enjoy watching True Crime documentaries and spending time with friends and family.
Justin Will
Quality Assurance
My main responsibility is to keep open lines of communication with families, clients, and caregivers. I handle any questions or concerns and make quarterly visits to our clients’ homes to provide support and make any changes to the plan of care. I have worked in the medical field for 11 years in a variety of roles. I love spending time with my two boys and wife. I am a huge College Football fan, Go Blue!
Maria Atehortua
Scheduler
As a scheduler, I work on finding a good match for the client and the caregiver. I handle schedule changes and cover open shifts to ensure that clients will get the care and stay in close contact with families and caregivers. In my previous role, I was an Executive Assistant with a variety of day-to-day responsibilities. Scheduling was a part of those responsibilities. I love working for Right at Home. Being able to contribute to someone staying independent in their home. In my spare time, I enjoy exercising and spending time with my cat and family.
