Meet Our Team
At Africare Home Health, we believe exceptional care starts with an exceptional team. Our leadership is made up of professionals with both clinical expertise and lived experience. People who understand firsthand the importance of compassion, consistency, and culturally sensitive care. Meet the dedicated individuals who ensure every family we serve feels supported, heard, and valued.
Lynn Puryear
Founder
Lynn Puryear brings over 25 years of leadership experience from corporate America, where she specialized in building high-performing teams and people-centered products. Her journey into home health care began during the COVID-19 pandemic, when she found herself coordinating care for several relatives affected by staffing shortages and inconsistent support. That experience revealed a painful truth: not all care is created equal. Driven by a desire to deliver the kind of care she'd expect for her own loved ones, Lynn founded Africare to offer families reliable, dignified, and culturally sensitive non-medical support.
Ryan Strong
Chief Operating Officer
Ryan brings a remarkable depth of experience and empathy to her leadership at Africare Home Health. Her journey began as a college student, when her mother suffered a massive stroke in 2010 that left her a quadriplegic. From that life-changing moment, Ryan took on the full responsibility of coordinating, and personally providing, her mother’s care. While balancing a full-time corporate job, she gained firsthand insight into the toll inadequate care takes on families. At Africare, Ryan is committed to ensuring no one else has to navigate that journey alone. Her leadership is rooted in compassion, advocacy, and delivering the highest standard of care.
Kimberly Hooks
Director of Client Care
With over 30 years of experience as a licensed practical nurse, Kimberly brings clinical excellence and deep compassion to her role at Africare Home Health. She has provided care in hospitals, nursing homes, and private residences; supporting adults, infants, and children with skill and heart. As Director of Client Care, Kimberly oversees the coordination and management of care plans, ensuring every client receives services tailored to their specific needs. A strong advocate for patient rights, Kimberly helps families find their voice in the healthcare journey and ensures their concerns are always addressed with respect and urgency.
Nancy Randle
Client Scheduling Manager
Nancy brings over a decade of scheduling experience in hospital settings to her role at Africare Home Health. After personally caring for her mother, who became wheelchair-bound following a routine surgery, Nancy understands the vital importance of dependable and thoughtful scheduling. Known for her optimism, troubleshooting skills, and warm demeanor, she ensures that every family receives care that is timely, consistent, and centered around their lives.
Jerry Puryear
Care Concierge
Jerry Puryear brings years of social service experience to his role as Care Concierge at Africare Home Health. Throughout his career, he has supported individuals and families navigating complex needs with empathy, professionalism, and respect. Known as a compassionate advocate and strong listener, he ensures clients feel heard and guided toward solutions that promote dignity, comfort, and independence.
At Africare, Jerry serves as a trusted partner for clients and families, providing reassurance, coordinating care, and fostering the culturally sensitive support that defines Africare’s mission. His dedication to building trust and delivering high-quality service reflects his deep belief that every individual deserves compassion, respect, and care.