About Us
Some history on why we are so passionate and caring.
Our Story
1000 miles of distance separated my grandmother and our family while she was getting her knee operated on. Once a successful surgery was completed, a whirlwind of decisions had to be made. Rehabilitation, skilled nursing, home health, were just the beginning. Being so far away, we felt helpless making sure she received the care she deserved.
We needed someone that could help us find the best rehabilitation facility that would suit her needs. We needed someone to go to her house and provide extra time and attention; making meals, tidying up and helping her during post-surgery. We needed someone to ensure her bathroom had the proper grab bars and safety equipment. Most importantly, we needed someone to be her advocate.
Monarch Senior Home Care is here to be your advocate. We are comprised of experts in the healthcare field to help navigate what seniors need, when they need it.
Meet Our Team
Chad Anderson
Team Member Since 1998
Chad Anderson’s fifteen years of direct, hands-on experience and commitment to operational excellence are invaluable and help to facilitate Monarch Senior Home Care culture of commitment and excellence.
Chad holds an Executive Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Southern Methodist University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration–Marketing from Western Michigan University. He and his wife Anisa live in McKinney, Texas with their three children. Chad and Anisa are very active in the Alzheimer’s Association and give their time generously to the community.
Mary Gilliam
Team Member Since 2013
Mary Gilliam’s passion for serving seniors has become a lifelong mission. She is responsible for leading the in-home care advocates and senior advisors.
Mary holds a Master’s Degree of Business Administration with an emphasis on Health Care Administration and is a multi-state Licensed Nursing Home Administrator. She has been in long term care operations since 2002 serving those in assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. Mary lives in Lucas, Texas with her husband and two children.
Cheryl Beaver
Team Member since 2018
Cheryl holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Communication Consultancy with supporting education in Marketing and Finance. She has served seniors since 2014 and is passionate about long term care education. Cheryl holds a position on the Speakers Bureau for the Alzheimer’s Association.
Jamie Lopez
Team Member Since 2003
Jamie Lopez joined the company in 2003 and is responsible for creating and monitoring all healthcare and policies and procedures, training care advocates, and establishing best practices. Jamie’s hands-on approach to management ensures continuity of the highest quality of care across Monarch Senior Home Care and embodies the company’s family-oriented philosophy of care.
Jamie graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, graduating summa cum laude and as a member of Sigma Theta Tau, the international nursing honor society. During her time at the University, Jamie worked as a caregiver in an assisted living residence for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. She is currently still active with the local Alzheimer’s Association. Jamie currently lives in McKinney, Texas with her husband and three children.
Candice Montoya
Team Member Since 2007
Candice Montoya is the Chief Financial Officer for Monarch Senior Home Care. Candice not only brings professional experience but personal experience with assisting a love one in find the best path during recovery. The uncertainty that she personally faced when navigating healthcare from afar transcended into an opportunity to help others with their journey.
Candice graduated from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Accounting degree and from Southern Methodist University with a Master of Science degree in Accounting. She is a licensed Accountant and a member of several professional organizations for Accounting & Healthcare. Candice lives in Trophy Club, Texas with her husband and three children.
Jennifer Plunkett
Team Member Since 1995
Jennifer received her Bachelor’s Degree from Western Michigan University. She and her husband currently live in McKinney, Texas with their two sons.
Bill Anderson
Team Member Since 2008
As a family man with a strong desire to help others Bill focuses on family satisfaction to provide safe homes. Helping others started at an early age and was a motivating factor in his earning of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. For Bill there is a certain satisfaction being able to work with people and assist families and their loved ones at all ages. In his spare time Bill cherishes the time spent with his wife and two children. He also enjoys coaching youth sports and serves on the little league board of directors in his home community of Prosper, Texas.
Jane Anderson
Team Member Since 1995
Jane Anderson is a registered nurse and dedicated eldercare advocate, Jane has worked in the healthcare industry for more than 30 years and has specialized in memory care and neurological impairment for 20 plus years. She has received multiple degrees and certifications including her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Michigan State University, Oncology Nursing Certification from University of Michigan, Registered Nurse Infusionist Certification and a Hematology Certification from Wayne State University.
In Jane’s free time she enjoys volunteering with CASA, homeless shelters, the Alzheimer’s Association and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
