Palmer's Home Care Administrative Staff
Serving clients across Jefferson City, Columbia, Moberly, Boonville, and the surrounding areas
Contact Palmer's Home Care LLC - Columbia Residential Care Services
Robert Palmer
Owner
rvp6622@gmail.com
(573) 777-1469 ext. 104
(573) 673-8437 cell
I am Robert Palmer. I was born and raised in Columbia, Missouri. I graduated from Hickman High and attended college at the University of Missouri and Central Methodist College. I am a Registered Nurse. I have been an RN manager for Mid-MO on the Child and Adolescent unit and at Boone hospital as the manager of the Inpatient Psych unit. In addition, I was the Director of Health services for another provider in this area. I have worked with people with disabilities since 2000 and established Palmer’s Home Care in January of 2009. My goal has been and will always be “to provide the best service to the people I support.”
rvp6622@gmail.com
(573) 777-1469 ext. 104
(573) 673-8437 cell
I am Robert Palmer. I was born and raised in Columbia, Missouri. I graduated from Hickman High and attended college at the University of Missouri and Central Methodist College. I am a Registered Nurse. I have been an RN manager for Mid-MO on the Child and Adolescent unit and at Boone hospital as the manager of the Inpatient Psych unit. In addition, I was the Director of Health services for another provider in this area. I have worked with people with disabilities since 2000 and established Palmer’s Home Care in January of 2009. My goal has been and will always be “to provide the best service to the people I support.”
Heath Clark
Director
hclark@phc.team
(573) 777-1469 ext. 105
(660) 346-6005 cell
My name is Heath Clark, and I am the director of Palmer’s Home Care. I believe in the uniqueness and self-worth of every person, and I will always listen to those who need to or want to be heard. I am married and have 6 kids, aged from already graduated college to not yet in school.
I have worked with people with disabilities all my life in every way, even performing a wedding ceremony for individuals that I worked with. I have a bachelor’s degree and associate degree from Central Christian College of the Bible, and I am an ordained minister as well. My goal is to help every person be loved for who they are and to reach the goals that they set.
hclark@phc.team
(573) 777-1469 ext. 105
(660) 346-6005 cell
My name is Heath Clark, and I am the director of Palmer’s Home Care. I believe in the uniqueness and self-worth of every person, and I will always listen to those who need to or want to be heard. I am married and have 6 kids, aged from already graduated college to not yet in school.
I have worked with people with disabilities all my life in every way, even performing a wedding ceremony for individuals that I worked with. I have a bachelor’s degree and associate degree from Central Christian College of the Bible, and I am an ordained minister as well. My goal is to help every person be loved for who they are and to reach the goals that they set.
Tina Miller
Office Manager
tmiller@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 101
My name is Tina Miller. I am the Office Manager at Palmer’s Home Care. I have been with the agency since May of 2015. I am known as Miss T by my co-workers and am the “mother of the office.” In my current position I run our main office and support just about everybody in one way or another.
I graduated from high school in 1974 and have been in the administrative field my entire work life. I lived in Kansas City for over 30 years and moved to Columbia in 2005 to be closer to my mom. In the last 40 years, I have worked for a TV station, a global pharmaceutical company, a global water testing company, a global robotics company, was a legal secretary and worked in an NC machine shop making NC tapes for lathes and mills. Back then we used disks that were called floppies and were about 8” in diameter. That is where my love for computers and technology was started. I have never gotten tired of it. I love it all!
I absolutely love my job and the people I work with. I believe in treating others as you want to be treated. I believe, as my grandma told me, you will get more with sugar than vinegar. I also believe that happiness is sometimes a choice and I choose to be as happy as I can be. I am a huge animal lover and love all living things, particularly dogs. I have a beagle name Winnie and a basset-beagle mix named Neville.
tmiller@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 101
My name is Tina Miller. I am the Office Manager at Palmer’s Home Care. I have been with the agency since May of 2015. I am known as Miss T by my co-workers and am the “mother of the office.” In my current position I run our main office and support just about everybody in one way or another.
I graduated from high school in 1974 and have been in the administrative field my entire work life. I lived in Kansas City for over 30 years and moved to Columbia in 2005 to be closer to my mom. In the last 40 years, I have worked for a TV station, a global pharmaceutical company, a global water testing company, a global robotics company, was a legal secretary and worked in an NC machine shop making NC tapes for lathes and mills. Back then we used disks that were called floppies and were about 8” in diameter. That is where my love for computers and technology was started. I have never gotten tired of it. I love it all!
I absolutely love my job and the people I work with. I believe in treating others as you want to be treated. I believe, as my grandma told me, you will get more with sugar than vinegar. I also believe that happiness is sometimes a choice and I choose to be as happy as I can be. I am a huge animal lover and love all living things, particularly dogs. I have a beagle name Winnie and a basset-beagle mix named Neville.
Angela Acosta-Wilson
Staff Development Coordinator
aacosta-wilson@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 114
I am Angela Acosta Wilson, better known as “Church Nurse”. I became part of the Palmers Home Care family 3 years ago as the trainer and LPN. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Currently, I am the Staff Development Coordinator. I strive help others by teaching and modeling a positive attitude in the workplace, enhancing the skills and knowledge of staff to help cultivate leadership in this field. I am attentive, committed, caring, and reliable for the individuals I serve and the staff I teach. I have 32+ years of experience as a nurse, 12+ years as a LNHA, and 16 years of military experience. I am dedicated to providing quality and substantive training, education, in-services, and quality assurance to all.
aacosta-wilson@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 114
I am Angela Acosta Wilson, better known as “Church Nurse”. I became part of the Palmers Home Care family 3 years ago as the trainer and LPN. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Currently, I am the Staff Development Coordinator. I strive help others by teaching and modeling a positive attitude in the workplace, enhancing the skills and knowledge of staff to help cultivate leadership in this field. I am attentive, committed, caring, and reliable for the individuals I serve and the staff I teach. I have 32+ years of experience as a nurse, 12+ years as a LNHA, and 16 years of military experience. I am dedicated to providing quality and substantive training, education, in-services, and quality assurance to all.
Fran Schneider
Director of Columbia Day Programs
fschneider@phc.team
(573) 442-5679
I am Fran Schneider, and I manage the PHC Day Program on Blue Ridge Rd. in Columbia. I have been here since 2017. I am responsible for all aspects of the operations at this facility which is easy because of my awesome staff.
My career in the field of disabilities is lengthy which means I have had the great fortune of watching the care of individuals with disabilities evolve and be enriched over the years. I have provided services to individuals with disabilities in many capacities, including in the home, school, work, and community. Before coming to PHC, I spent 17 years at CMSE, the sheltered workshop in Columbia. While there, I was able to work in many capacities, including production staff, and rising to manager. While there, I completed my degree at William Woods University with a BS in Human Resources.
I believe that the individuals I serve, and my employees all have unique skills and abilities and that those skills should be utilized and celebrated. My words to live by are: "Be the reason someone smiles today".
fschneider@phc.team
(573) 442-5679
I am Fran Schneider, and I manage the PHC Day Program on Blue Ridge Rd. in Columbia. I have been here since 2017. I am responsible for all aspects of the operations at this facility which is easy because of my awesome staff.
My career in the field of disabilities is lengthy which means I have had the great fortune of watching the care of individuals with disabilities evolve and be enriched over the years. I have provided services to individuals with disabilities in many capacities, including in the home, school, work, and community. Before coming to PHC, I spent 17 years at CMSE, the sheltered workshop in Columbia. While there, I was able to work in many capacities, including production staff, and rising to manager. While there, I completed my degree at William Woods University with a BS in Human Resources.
I believe that the individuals I serve, and my employees all have unique skills and abilities and that those skills should be utilized and celebrated. My words to live by are: "Be the reason someone smiles today".
Ashley Ware-Mcalpin
Director of Moberly Day Programs
mcalpin@phc.team
(660)-269-7519
My name is Ashley Ware-McAlpin and I am the Day Program Director for Moberly.
I am a lifelong resident of Randolph County and honestly couldn’t imagine living anywhere else.
I am married to my husband, Jimmy and together we have 5 children.
Fun fact about me: I have never driven on an interstate!
I began my career with Palmer’s Home Care in October of 2018 and was hired as the Program Manager for the new Day Program in Moberly that opened in January 2019.
Since opening, we have grown more than I could have ever imagined. We currently offer Day Program services for adults, Home and Community Based Services, and expanded our Day Program services to children and youth.
I love the fact that I get to provide services to individuals and families that I have known most of my life.
I believe my purpose is to help others be the best that they can be!
mcalpin@phc.team
(660)-269-7519
My name is Ashley Ware-McAlpin and I am the Day Program Director for Moberly.
I am a lifelong resident of Randolph County and honestly couldn’t imagine living anywhere else.
I am married to my husband, Jimmy and together we have 5 children.
Fun fact about me: I have never driven on an interstate!
I began my career with Palmer’s Home Care in October of 2018 and was hired as the Program Manager for the new Day Program in Moberly that opened in January 2019.
Since opening, we have grown more than I could have ever imagined. We currently offer Day Program services for adults, Home and Community Based Services, and expanded our Day Program services to children and youth.
I love the fact that I get to provide services to individuals and families that I have known most of my life.
I believe my purpose is to help others be the best that they can be!
Angela Wright
Degreed Professional Manager
awright@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 111
My name is Angela Tonette Wright, and I am a Degreed Professional Manager at Palmer’s Home Care. I have been with the agency since 2016. I am a wife, a mother of 2, a stepmother of 2, and a grandmother of 10. I am a family-oriented person and strive to create family environments for our individuals. I have been associated with the Department of Mental Health in my work life for almost 25 years.
I received an Associates of Arts from William Woods College in December of 2011. I was a single mother and worked nights to obtain my degree. I am known as the “vocal one” in the office, as I tend to speak my mind. I am good at my job. I love my work and I love the individuals I work with. I believe we are all family. My job is challenging, but I love it. I take on many roles here and I try to go above and beyond to ensure the safety and security of our individuals. I am not a procrastinator and tend to be a motivator. I take my leadership role seriously and I believe it keeping it real, 100!.
My hobbies are taking care of my flowers (my therapy), decorating, shopping, and spending time with my children and grandchildren. I have had 21 years of sobriety and have been able to share my story with others in the community. Mentoring is one of the things I am most proud of and a big part of my life. It keeps me sane and helps me grow, while watching others grow with me.
awright@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 111
My name is Angela Tonette Wright, and I am a Degreed Professional Manager at Palmer’s Home Care. I have been with the agency since 2016. I am a wife, a mother of 2, a stepmother of 2, and a grandmother of 10. I am a family-oriented person and strive to create family environments for our individuals. I have been associated with the Department of Mental Health in my work life for almost 25 years.
I received an Associates of Arts from William Woods College in December of 2011. I was a single mother and worked nights to obtain my degree. I am known as the “vocal one” in the office, as I tend to speak my mind. I am good at my job. I love my work and I love the individuals I work with. I believe we are all family. My job is challenging, but I love it. I take on many roles here and I try to go above and beyond to ensure the safety and security of our individuals. I am not a procrastinator and tend to be a motivator. I take my leadership role seriously and I believe it keeping it real, 100!.
My hobbies are taking care of my flowers (my therapy), decorating, shopping, and spending time with my children and grandchildren. I have had 21 years of sobriety and have been able to share my story with others in the community. Mentoring is one of the things I am most proud of and a big part of my life. It keeps me sane and helps me grow, while watching others grow with me.
Tonie Cates
Degreed Professional Manager
tcates@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 113
I am Tonie Cates. I am a Degreed Professional Manager for Palmer’s Home Care. I graduated from the University of Phoenix with a BS in Criminal Justice. I started my career of helping people early; working for the State as direct support in a home that housed women with developmental disabilities at the age of 20. I have also worked in private care, taking care of a female with cerebral palsy for several years. I have also worked at Saint Louis City Metro Transit doing ADA transport.
I started my career in Case Management with Saint Louis Effort for AIDS (EFA) to work in multiple roles from 2014-2018; Starting as a Health Coordinator, moving on as the Beacon Engagement Coordinator and finally as a Linkage to Care Coordinator. While working at EFA I was also doing speaking engagements and conferences. Before ending employment with EFA, I completed a short video that was presented to the United Way in hopes that it would secure some funding for the organization.
I moved to Columbia at the end of 2018 and began employment for RCDDS; learned were easily transferred into my position at Palmer's Home Care as a DPM.
tcates@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 113
I am Tonie Cates. I am a Degreed Professional Manager for Palmer’s Home Care. I graduated from the University of Phoenix with a BS in Criminal Justice. I started my career of helping people early; working for the State as direct support in a home that housed women with developmental disabilities at the age of 20. I have also worked in private care, taking care of a female with cerebral palsy for several years. I have also worked at Saint Louis City Metro Transit doing ADA transport.
I started my career in Case Management with Saint Louis Effort for AIDS (EFA) to work in multiple roles from 2014-2018; Starting as a Health Coordinator, moving on as the Beacon Engagement Coordinator and finally as a Linkage to Care Coordinator. While working at EFA I was also doing speaking engagements and conferences. Before ending employment with EFA, I completed a short video that was presented to the United Way in hopes that it would secure some funding for the organization.
I moved to Columbia at the end of 2018 and began employment for RCDDS; learned were easily transferred into my position at Palmer's Home Care as a DPM.
Trish Meng
Degreed Professional Manager
tmeng@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 108
My name is Trish Meng. I have been a Degreed Professional Manager with Palmer’s Home Care for almost 6 years. I am originally from St. Louis but moved to Columbia in 2000 I have two 2-legged sons, Jack who is a recent graduate of MIZZOU and Sam who will be graduating from State Tech’s Welding program this year. In 2019 a 4-legged “son” joined the family. He is a Chocolate Lab named Tater and is basically a 90-pound toddler. He is into everything, all the time and keeps me on my toes and has made being an empty nester a little easier. If only I could have some of his energy!
I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. Early in my career I worked with the psychiatric population. After that I was a psychiatric group home manager for an agency in St. Louis. I became a case manager with the Department of Mental Health in St. Louis and for CMRO as a Support Coordinator. From there I moved to the “provider side” of things and after a short stint at another agency came to Palmer’s Home Care. I enjoy my job as a DPM because I get to know the individuals I work with, their families, as well as their staff.
I believe each person should be treated as an individual and the care and services they receive be tailored specifically to their needs. I am passionate about people receiving the best care possible and strive to ensure it is provided. I am happy to advocate for what my people need to live their best life according to what is important to them and help them achieve their dreams and goals. I love my job and the people I work with here at Palmer’s.
tmeng@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 108
My name is Trish Meng. I have been a Degreed Professional Manager with Palmer’s Home Care for almost 6 years. I am originally from St. Louis but moved to Columbia in 2000 I have two 2-legged sons, Jack who is a recent graduate of MIZZOU and Sam who will be graduating from State Tech’s Welding program this year. In 2019 a 4-legged “son” joined the family. He is a Chocolate Lab named Tater and is basically a 90-pound toddler. He is into everything, all the time and keeps me on my toes and has made being an empty nester a little easier. If only I could have some of his energy!
I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. Early in my career I worked with the psychiatric population. After that I was a psychiatric group home manager for an agency in St. Louis. I became a case manager with the Department of Mental Health in St. Louis and for CMRO as a Support Coordinator. From there I moved to the “provider side” of things and after a short stint at another agency came to Palmer’s Home Care. I enjoy my job as a DPM because I get to know the individuals I work with, their families, as well as their staff.
I believe each person should be treated as an individual and the care and services they receive be tailored specifically to their needs. I am passionate about people receiving the best care possible and strive to ensure it is provided. I am happy to advocate for what my people need to live their best life according to what is important to them and help them achieve their dreams and goals. I love my job and the people I work with here at Palmer’s.
Jennifer Tate
Degreed Professional Manager
jtate@phc.team
jtate@phc.team
Petinia Clay
Administrative Assistant
pclay@phc.team
My name is Petinia Clay I am the Administrative Receptionist, I have been with the agency since July of 2021. I am a mother of 4 children and 1 grandchild and a set of twins that will be her 2022. Family is everything to me and without them and God there is no me.
I really enjoy my coworkers and the staff here we are like family, that is something I love about working here, and the individuals, when they come in, to meet them and their smiles and personalities just warms my heart. Having my own DD child it gives me great pleasure for the opportunity.
I am the "face and smile" of the office as soon as u enter. Every encounter I have the pleasure of encountering , I make sure I can make someone smile, then I have accomplished my job for the day. I am a great listener and empath that's why I believe people latch on to me, LOL, not to mention my laugh and personality.
I graduated in 1998, I have had my CAN for 18 years I worked in the medical field all my life, from group homes, to nursing home to hospitals, I had the pleasure of working at Rusk rehab for 8 years, where I was able to build more skills, that's where I became interested in Administration. I Jove helping others with a smile, on my face and grace in my heart.
pclay@phc.team
My name is Petinia Clay I am the Administrative Receptionist, I have been with the agency since July of 2021. I am a mother of 4 children and 1 grandchild and a set of twins that will be her 2022. Family is everything to me and without them and God there is no me.
I really enjoy my coworkers and the staff here we are like family, that is something I love about working here, and the individuals, when they come in, to meet them and their smiles and personalities just warms my heart. Having my own DD child it gives me great pleasure for the opportunity.
I am the "face and smile" of the office as soon as u enter. Every encounter I have the pleasure of encountering , I make sure I can make someone smile, then I have accomplished my job for the day. I am a great listener and empath that's why I believe people latch on to me, LOL, not to mention my laugh and personality.
I graduated in 1998, I have had my CAN for 18 years I worked in the medical field all my life, from group homes, to nursing home to hospitals, I had the pleasure of working at Rusk rehab for 8 years, where I was able to build more skills, that's where I became interested in Administration. I Jove helping others with a smile, on my face and grace in my heart.
Mary Hazel Foster
Registered Nurse
mfoster@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 109
My name is Mary Hazel Foster, and I am an RN for Palmers Home Care. I have been with the company since May of 2016. I believe that our individuals are the most important part of our business. The care we provide for them is essential to their well-being and happiness, as well as mine.
I obtained my nursing degree from Central Methodist College in 1992. I worked for 23 years at Boone Hospital before I came to Palmer’s.
I have been married to my husband Rick for 20 years and have two children and 8 grandchildren, who I love spending time with. I am also an animal lover and enjoy spending time with my two Great Danes. I love to fish, listen to music, and play with my grandchildren.
mfoster@phc.team
(573) 777-1459 ext. 109
My name is Mary Hazel Foster, and I am an RN for Palmers Home Care. I have been with the company since May of 2016. I believe that our individuals are the most important part of our business. The care we provide for them is essential to their well-being and happiness, as well as mine.
I obtained my nursing degree from Central Methodist College in 1992. I worked for 23 years at Boone Hospital before I came to Palmer’s.
I have been married to my husband Rick for 20 years and have two children and 8 grandchildren, who I love spending time with. I am also an animal lover and enjoy spending time with my two Great Danes. I love to fish, listen to music, and play with my grandchildren.
Andrea Murdock
Registered Nurse
amurdock@phc.team
amurdock@phc.team
Dylan Hayes
Degreed Professional Manager
dhayes@phc.team
My name is Dylan Hayes and I am a Degreed Professional Manager with Palmer's Home Care. I have worked with individuals with developmental disabilities for the past several years as a case manager, special education teacher, and now DPM. I greatly enjoy meeting new people and helping others pursue the goals they have for their lives.
My wife and I are originally from North Texas and have lived in Missouri since 2016. We have two dogs, Scout and Benny, and our first child on the way, Hudson, who will be here in October 2022. I have a Master’s Degree in Education from Hope International University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies from the University of North Texas.
dhayes@phc.team
My name is Dylan Hayes and I am a Degreed Professional Manager with Palmer's Home Care. I have worked with individuals with developmental disabilities for the past several years as a case manager, special education teacher, and now DPM. I greatly enjoy meeting new people and helping others pursue the goals they have for their lives.
My wife and I are originally from North Texas and have lived in Missouri since 2016. We have two dogs, Scout and Benny, and our first child on the way, Hudson, who will be here in October 2022. I have a Master’s Degree in Education from Hope International University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies from the University of North Texas.
Tate Windmoeller
HR Coordinator
twindmoeller@phc.team
Tate Windmoeller is an HR professional with experience primarily working in Human Resources and Customer Services. He holds two degrees from Columbia College, Columbia, Missouri, in Human Resource Management - Business Administration and Business Management. He has also held a previous HR position with the Missouri Department of Mental Health on Onboarding and Recruiting.
His expertise includes Onboarding, Recruitment Marketing, Employee Recognition, Organizational Behavior, Customer Service, and Performance Management.
twindmoeller@phc.team
Tate Windmoeller is an HR professional with experience primarily working in Human Resources and Customer Services. He holds two degrees from Columbia College, Columbia, Missouri, in Human Resource Management - Business Administration and Business Management. He has also held a previous HR position with the Missouri Department of Mental Health on Onboarding and Recruiting.
His expertise includes Onboarding, Recruitment Marketing, Employee Recognition, Organizational Behavior, Customer Service, and Performance Management.
Amber Clark
Administrative Assistant
aclark@phc.team
Hi! My name is Amber Clark, and I have been working at Palmer’s as an Administrative Assistant since April of 2022. I was a paraprofessional for pre-K aged children with special needs for 5 years before coming here. I love being challenged at work and proofreading and double-checking documents and ledgers.
I have 6 children of many different ages, 4 of whom are still at home. I love being an advocate for children and helping others. Originally from Indiana, I have lived in Missouri for 11 years.
aclark@phc.team
Hi! My name is Amber Clark, and I have been working at Palmer’s as an Administrative Assistant since April of 2022. I was a paraprofessional for pre-K aged children with special needs for 5 years before coming here. I love being challenged at work and proofreading and double-checking documents and ledgers.
I have 6 children of many different ages, 4 of whom are still at home. I love being an advocate for children and helping others. Originally from Indiana, I have lived in Missouri for 11 years.
Angie Jackson
Registered Nurse
ajackson@phc.team
My name is Angie Jackson and I am a Registered Nurse with Palmers Home Care. I joined this team at Palmers Home Care because I have a brother with learning disabilities that I have had guardianship for over 25 years. I understand how important, from a personal aspect it is to be a part of a team that truly cares and helps individuals live their best life.
Outside of work I love spending time with my husband Devin, our family and being Lolli to my one and only granddaughter Honey Jo.
ajackson@phc.team
My name is Angie Jackson and I am a Registered Nurse with Palmers Home Care. I joined this team at Palmers Home Care because I have a brother with learning disabilities that I have had guardianship for over 25 years. I understand how important, from a personal aspect it is to be a part of a team that truly cares and helps individuals live their best life.
Outside of work I love spending time with my husband Devin, our family and being Lolli to my one and only granddaughter Honey Jo.