Home Care with Dovida – Central Coast

Amee joined Dovida in 2019 as a Client Service Manager and later became the Head of Client Services. Her dedication to helping clients and their families find the best care solutions for living well at home led to her appointment as Business Operations Manager in 2023. Amee excels at problem-solving and streamlining processes for her team, enabling them to spend more time working directly with clients. In her role, she supports the Client Experience Team, Scheduling Team, Approved Services Provider (ASP) Services, and Finance Team across both the Central Coast and Newcastle offices. Known for her kindness, compassion, and approachability, Amee is committed to finding the best solutions for both her team and their clients. Outside of work, she stays active by playing sports Central Coast and Newcastle
but also enjoys unwinding at her farm, where she can relax and swim in the dam.

Since joining Dovida as a Financial Officer in 2023, Steph has been continually amazed by the quality of caring and compassionate people around her. Outside of work, Steph enjoys spending time with her husband and their free-spirited Labrador, Lilly. Family is of utmost importance to Steph, and she takes great pride in watching her son and daughter grow into inspirational adults and start families of their own. She also treasures every moment spent with her grandson and granddaughter. Central Coast and Newcastle
With a love of travel, Steph turns every destination into an adventure. Despite her adventurous spirit, she finds contentment in simple pleasures, such as reading a good book and enjoying a glass of wine.

Alan joined Dovida in 2017 after 10 years of working in a variety of customer service roles in Sydney. As a Scheduler , Alan is passionate about helping and assisting the community every day and most of all, talking and connecting with our clients and Caregivers to deliver quality care in our local area. Central Coast and Newcastle
“I think I’m very lucky to be able to speak with and help our amazing clients and their families each day.” In his spare time, Alan enjoys attending yoga classes, reading, and spending quality time with friends and family, He is an avid movie and TV buff!

Aleesha is an experienced HR professional with a background across the Disability Employment, Business Development, and Property Management sectors. Since joining Dovida in 2022, she has been dedicated to fostering a positive, supportive culture that empowers Caregivers and staff to deliver exceptional care. Newcastle and Central Coast
“I love seeing our Caregivers grow and develop their skills with our support, allowing them to continue providing high-quality care to our clients.” Known for her approachable leadership and passion for people, Aleesha leads initiatives that strengthen training, compliance, and staff recognition across Dovida. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her partner and son, cheering on basketball and soccer games, relaxing at the beach, fishing, and playing with their two dogs, Milo and Jordan.

Alisha joined Dovida in 2022 as a Client Care Manager, bringing years of experience in recruitment and customer service within the healthcare industry. Her dedication to positively impacting the lives of local seniors and their families led to her appointment as Client Care Manager Team Lead for the Central Coast. “The Central Coast is a beautiful place to live and being able to help seniors live their best lives while supporting our amazing team brings me so much joy!” Driven by her passion for helping others, Alisha relocated to the Central Coast in 2018, to be closer to her parents and assist with their care. Outside of work, Alisha values time with her family and her fur-babies (two cats and two dogs). She enjoys the Central Coast Central Coast
lifestyle, including sunrise swims and beach walks with her dogs, Arlo and Oakley.

Chai See joined the Finance Team in 2021. She has a professional accounting background with experience in various service industries. Within her role as a Finance Assistant, she supports the Finance Team Lead in the day-to-day accounting functions. She is committed to providing accurate and reliable information for all stakeholders. Outside of work, she volunteers at a meditation centre and enjoys quiet time with a nice cup of tea.

Craig grew up in Kempsey on the Mid North Coast, where he kicked off his retail management career, spending 15 years with Best and Less and 19 years with Lowes Menswear; managing stores all over Australia. After transitioning to Aged Care, Craig spent 5-6 years with The My Homecare Group before joining Dovida in the Scheduling team. In Craig’s down time, he enjoys watching Netflix, particularly horror and crime show, along with movies from his extensive 1400-disc collection

Erika joined our Finance team in 2023 after relocating with her husband, daughter, and son to the Central Coast from Sydney. With extensive experience in the finance industry, she brings a wealth of knowledge to our team. “I like working with numbers and solving problems and I have become very passionate about the aged care industry while witnessing the difficulties that come with ageing with my parents and in-laws.” If Erika is not at work, you will find her walking her adored black and tan spoodle Billie on the beach, catching up with friends and family, working out at the gym, or enjoying a bush walk around the beautiful Brisbane Waters.

Jasmine joined Dovida in 2021 as a Client Service Manager, focusing on clients with complex care needs. Her commitment to Dovida’s values and her passion for helping clients and their families find the best care led to her appointment as Head of Client Services for the Central Coast and Newcastle regions in 2022, Then moving on to the Client Experience Manager in 2023 With over 23 years of experience across aged care, disabilities, AOD, and mental health services, Jasmine is deeply dedicated to providing holistic and high-quality care. Her experience enables her to approach each client’s needs with empathy and expertise, ensuring personalized solutions. Outside of work, Jasmine enjoys time at the beach, practicing yoga, or supporting her son as a proud Rugby mum

Karen joined Dovida with extensive experience in relationship management and customer service across various industries. Karen’s passion for making a difference in people’s lives led her to the care industry, where her diverse background helps her connect with clients and understand their unique requirements. She is dedicated to building strong relationships and ensuring each client receives the highest quality care. Now living permanently on the Central Coast, Karen splits her time between Central Coast and Sydney, where she enjoys family weekends and cheering on her sons at AFL games. She also makes Central Coast
the most of the local bushwalks, maintaining a balanced and fulfilling personal life while committed to her role at Dovida.

Jo has a background in Aged Care, Disability services and working as a trainer and assessor, with over 17 years’ experience across these sectors. She has worked in a variety of roles during her time in aged care including AIN, Massage therapist, Trainer and assessor, WHS / infection control officer, quality roles, and return to work manager. Jo loves a good audit and all things relating to stats. Outside of work you will find Jo at the gym, running, hiking or on the water in a Dragon boat, sup, Kayak (or any other craft that floats). Jo is a regional, state and national representative in the sport of Dragon boating having represented Australian on the international stage in the inaugural Para Dragons team for Australia, Jo has also completed the Portuguese Camino in 2025. Down time is spent with some of her favourite being’s, – her two daughters, son, her two beautiful grandsons, friends and fur child, baby kitty.

Kim joined Dovida in 2015, finding fulfillment in supporting clients with their care needs. With over two decades of experience, she spent 16 years at a major bank as an assistant to General Managers, including in the Office of the CEO. Kim holds a Certificate IV in Financial Services and has extensive experience in high-level administrative support. Her career also includes roles at the District Court of NSW and the NSW Compensation Court, where she often travelled to remote areas. Passionate about creating efficient support systems, Kim helps high-performing teams thrive. Outside of work, she enjoys beachside adventures with her family and volunteers as a dance coach, including the Central Coast Cancer Council’s Stars of the Central Coast program, earning multiple awards.

Kylie joined Dovida in 2023 as a Client Care Manager. She has an extensive background in customer service, beginning her career in case and client management within disability employment services. Through this work, she developed a profound passion for advocating for and assisting vulnerable individuals to improve their lives. A lifelong resident of the Peninsula on the Central Coast, Kylie is now raising her two daughters Tahnay and Charli, with her husband Caleb in the same cherished community where she grew up. Their family also includes their very spoilt cat Meow Meow and Reggie the rabbit. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the Central Coast’s bush walks and indulges in a game of bingo on spare Saturday nights.

With almost 3 years of experience in the industry, Liz is a valuable member of the scheduling team, where she excels at connecting clients with caregivers and cultivating meaningful relationships. Outside of work, Liz is a devoted mother to a wonderful daughter and a proud fur mom to Coral, who loves playing the role of big sister. During the winter, Liz enjoys spending time on the netball courts, while in the summer, she embraces the outdoors, soaking Central Coast and Newcastle
up the sun and water. Whether in her professional or personal life, Liz is passionate about building connections and creating lasting impacts

Nicole Doherty is a Client Care Manager for the Central Coast, bringing over 20 years of experience in aged care, starting as an AIN in residential care and progressing into leadership and home care roles. Since transitioning into Home Care in 2015, she has played a pivotal role in business development, including policy writing, staff recruitment and training, payroll, and client service delivery. Nicole is passionate about supporting older Australians to remain in their homes for as long as possible and has collaborated extensively with Allied Health professionals to enhance care outcomes. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys CrossFit, running events, spending time with her family, and caring for her two dogs and three cats.

Selina McCloskey is the People Coordinator and has completed a Bachelor of Business/ Innovation and Entrepreneurship, majoring in Human Resources and Leadership & Management. Passionate about community service, she has volunteered with numerous organisations such as Dress for Success, the McGrath Foundation and Mark Hughes Foundation (walking over 650km in support), and Variety the Children’s Charity. Selina is driven by a desire to help others and create positive experiences, both within the workplace and beyond. In 2024, Selina represented Australia at Miss International in Japan, one of the world’s largest pageants. She leads an active lifestyle, participating in basketball, soccer, and marathon training. In her free time, she loves relaxing at the beach with family and friends.

Sharne brings over a decade of experience in Aged Care, underpinned by a lifelong commitment to community service, education, and rural advocacy. Starting her career in Western NSW, Sharne engaged youth through equestrian training and later led pioneering early childhood initiatives like The Bogan Bush Mobile. Since 2014, Sharne has empowered older Australians with dignity and independence, drawing on specialised training in dementia and palliative care. Now a Key Player and Caregiver Coach, she is known for her deep knowledge, empathy, and leadership. Outside of work, Sharne enjoys ocean walks, watching TV, and spending time with her beloved Rottweiler, Georgie

With over 20 years in Business Development, Sales, and Account Management, Shelley has worked extensively within media across print, radio, and digital marketing. During the pandemic, Shelley transitioned into aged care in an administrative capacity and found the sector both rewarding and purpose-driven; followed by a business development role for a Cloud-based SaaS company partnering with aged care, home care, and the NDIS sectors to deliver transformative technology, streamlining integration and functionality for organisations. Shelley also has experience in Central Coast
sales for luxury resorts catering to clients over 55. She is known for her empathy and enjoys providing better outcomes whilst building long-term relationships with clients, and driving growth for organisations. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her fur baby at the beach, practicing reformer Pilates, and is passionate about travel, especially to Europe.

Stacey has been with Dovida since 2017 and joined us with over 10 years’ experience in administration in the Accounting sector and loves the change to an industry based on caring for people! In her role as Services Co-Ordinator, she assists in all areas of administration and accounts. Stacey is kept very busy with her two young boys and loves the beach, paddle boarding, bush walking and being surrounded by nature