DEVIN LARSEN

Outdoorsman, Fly Fisher, Nurse, Family Man

“When I realized how ComForCare would enable me to make more of a difference in people’s lives, I was hooked.”

Unfortunate Circumstances Lead to a Life of Making a Big Difference

When my mom was diagnosed with fourth stage ovarian cancer, I had just turned 15. Like most young kids, I was invincible and thought my mom was too. It never crossed my mind that I would lose my mom to cancer until the day I did. In the three years my mom was battling cancer I saw a lot of doctors, nurses, hospitals and even worse, the progression of this awful disease.

Looking back, I am so grateful I was able to be there for my mom and care for her. I would take her to chemotherapy treatments and I would care for her after she got sick from the chemo.

Countless nights sitting by her in the bathroom rubbing her back like she use to for me when I was younger. My mom passed away shortly after my high school graduation. I love my mom and I loved being able to care for her.

There are a few things my family and I learned from this experience. 

1. Always tell each other  "I love you" and hug goodbye because we never know when we might be called home. 
2. Life is about quality, not quantity. The last 6 months of my mom's life was spent at home with family and not in hospitals or being sick from chemo. That was quality and the Best decision Ever!

I became a nurse because of that experience and how it impacted my life. I have been in the medical field for over 17 years. I started ComForCare because being home and being with family is a quality life. I became a Registered Nurse and have worked at local hospitals (The Huntsman Cancer Institute and University of Utah Hospital). ComForCare is a way for me to keep caring and help others to live their best life, a quality life! 

Caring for Others Is a Family Affair

When Devin and his wife, Ashley, married, he started a job that just wasn’t quite right for him. But, he praises Ashley for her support during that new job and while finishing up school. When he was ready to move on from that job, Devin looked to Ashley, his biggest cheerleader. As a personal trainer, she loves to help her older clients stay strong and independent.

“It is always fun to talk to them and listen to how much they love her and are grateful for her because of her help. Ashley is a great example of caring for people. She demonstrates this through her own business with her clients. She definitely helps people live their best life possible. Her clients always say, ‘I've never felt better and healthier.’”

Devin was impressed with the connections that Ashley makes with her clients and wanted to help people in a similar way while using his medical knowledge. And he knew his father-in-law was the next one to consult. That’s because he owns a ComForCare franchise in a neighboring city. Devin always admired his father-in-law’s work as well. “My father-in-law took me under his wing. He showed me the ropes, so I could see if this was something I wanted to do. As a nurse, I was able to dig in and even do nurse assessments to see what it was like. When I realized how ComForCare would enable me to make more of a difference in people’s lives, I was hooked.

” And when it comes to running his business, Devin knows he’s learned from the best. “My father-in-law operates under the mentality that we’re here to provide quality care above all else – even the numbers. This isn’t about the number of clients, it’s about being there for our clients and caregivers. And I run my business the same way.”

Academic Credentials & Memberships

• DementiaWise®-certified office
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Dixie State University
• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish from the University of Utah

BRUCE LEE

Owner

Bruce has lived in Utah since 1988. He and his wife Debbie have lived in the Cache Valley area since 1990 and have raised their family there. He has owned the Northern Utah ComForCare location since early 2016. He loves living in Utah as it offers great outdoor activities and a healthy lifestyle. He also loves helping people navigate the choppy waters of aging in place. Helping people to “live their best lives possible” is more than an idea for him, it is a mission.

MACKENZIE SCOTT

Office Manager

Born to Be a Caregiver to All

Kenzie is a Utah native and currently resides in Davis County with her three cute kiddos. Kenzie has spent a good portion of her life focusing on serving others, with a desire to truly see them and meet them where they are at. Having had the privilege to be a caregiver to now working in the office has been an exciting transition. She feels strongly about helping the clients, their families and our staff 'live their best life possible' and find joy in the small moments. Kenzie says "ComForCare has been such a gift to me in so many ways. It is my greatest hope that in turn, I can equally make it a gift to others. Working alongside such incredible people, like Devin and Bruce is a true privilege. I am eager to get to work and help all those we work with feel seen."

CASEY CURWICK

Administrative Assistant

Following Her Calling

Casey is a Kansas girl born and raised. The last 7 years has resided in Salt lake City. Casey absolutely adores Utah and is proud to call it her Home. Casey has been a CNA for the last 6 years and finds a sense of completion from giving love and care to those that need the extra help. She has a very kind heart and cares for her clients whole heartedly. She is so excited and happy to be a part of the ComForCare Team and is always willing to learn new things in life. Casey is also so excited to be a part of the office team of ComForCare and ready for the new opportunity for growth and New challenges. She is excited to be able to help our clients in many different ways.

LINDSAY FURUKAWA

Administrative Assistant/Lead Scheduler

Lindsay has spent her life in different parts of the country and abroad and has many places to call home. Living so many places has taught her that it isn’t all about where you are or what you have, but about who is with you. To Lindsay the most important things in the world are people and the relationships she shares with them. She is a single mom and understands the hardships families can have but also knows from her own experience that there is always help, and she is eager to offer the same help and hope that has been shown to her to the clients she serves. She is new to the field of home care but brings an empathetic heart and listening ear and is eager to serve and make a difference in the lives of clients as a member of the ComForCare team.

KYLIE YOUNG

HR Manager/Recruiter

Kylie was born and raised in Utah. Being raised in Utah doesn't mean that she doesn't love to travel. She enjoys learning about different cultures. Kylie is currently learning Arabic as a second language. Having worked in many fields of employment such as changing oil for Jiffy Lube and Volkswagen. Working in the kitchen in several institutions including a rehab center and a retirement home. Kylie loves to cook and hopes to one day go to culinary school. She has a passion for helping and learning about others.

Whether your loved one needs assistance only a few hours a week or around-the-clock, our team is happy to help! Call (801) 447-5353 to learn more about the transition care services offered through ComForCare Home Care (East Salt Lake).