Serving local families since March 2002.
A Story Rooted in Family
Care becomes personal when it touches someone you love. For Todd Harrell, helping care for his grandfather brought firsthand understanding of the responsibilities families carry. The practical tasks mattered, but so did patience, trust, and knowing that someone cared.
That perspective remains part of the story of Home Instead in Fort Walton Beach. Since opening in March 2002, the local office has focused on helping older adults receive support in the place they call home.
Meet Todd and Carly
Todd and Carly Harrell are Florida State University graduates and parents of three sons: Brody, Wade, and Jack. Todd studied criminal justice and played baseball; Carly earned a marketing degree.
Carly joined the business in 2003, contributing across marketing, staffing, training, and administration. Their experiences as a family and as local business owners shape a shared commitment to care that recognizes the individual behind every request for help.
What Personal Care Means
Personalized support begins with everyday details. How does someone like to start the morning? Which activities bring enjoyment? What feels difficult, and what would they prefer to continue doing themselves?
Home Instead offers companionship, personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and respite for family caregivers. The conversation starts with listening, so assistance can reflect the older adult’s routines, preferences, and needs.
Grateful for Your Trust
We are grateful to the local families who have welcomed Home Instead into their homes. Their trust inspires us to listen closely, honor familiar routines, and build caring relationships through everyday acts of kindness.
For Todd, Carly, and the local Home Instead team, the purpose remains personal: helping older adults feel supported and families feel heard. If your family is beginning to explore care, we would welcome the chance to learn your story and talk about what home means to you.
