About FirstLight
in Licking and Fairfield Counties

Home Care is Not a Career, It’s a Calling

We know your first priority when choosing a home care provider is finding someone you can trust and rely on; Someone who will care for your loved one as you would and as we would our own. We’ve been where you are and this is one of the main reasons we chose to be in this business.

Please take a moment to read our many outstanding reviews from Google, Facebook, Care In Homes and AgingCare.com and you will understand why FirstLight Home Care of Licking and Fairfield Counties is recognized for the highest quality of care and service as a home care and senior care agency.

Lyndon & Marianne Christman, owners of FirstLight Home Care of Licking and Fairfield Counties

Lyndon Christman and Marianne Christman

Lyndon serves as President of FirstLight Home Care of Greater Columbus and FirstLight Home Care of Licking and Fairfield Counties. He also leads the business development efforts. Marianne serves as the Client Care Coordinator and leads the Community Relations efforts. Marianne is a Certified Dementia Care Practitioner, Positive Approach to Care Certified Independent Trainer and Ageless Grace Trainer.

Both had very successful careers in the health care industry: Lyndon in hospital administration and Marianne as a nurse and medical equipment sales. After that, they decided it was time for a change and looked for something they were familiar with where they could make a difference in people’s lives. Both of them have had experience with taking care of family members in their home. They purchased their first FirstLight Home Care Franchise in 2015 and have expanded to service the entire Central Ohio market. They understand firsthand the difficulty of caring for loved ones and the challenges of finding qualified and compassionate resources to help in the home.

Bethany Cain LSW, CDP, PACIT - COO

Bethany has been with FirstLight Home Care for 7 years as the Director of Marketing and Human Relations. Bethany graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science and is a Licensed Social Worker. Bethany completes assessments with our new clients and their families, assists with continued case management of our clients and their changing needs, and networks with other local businesses. Bethany is a certified Trainer and Consultant with Teepa Snows A Positive Approach to Care, an Ageless Grace Educator, and leads a support group in conjunction with The Alzheimer’s Association and the Licking County Aging Program. Bethany has a husband of 8 years and two sons that keeps her pretty busy- but she loves to read, her two dogs, and The Ohio State Buckeyes.

Kristy Browning Burrell STNA - Director of Recruitment and Caregiver Relations

Kristy oversees the recruitment and performance of the caregivers in the Licking and Fairfield Counties. She is also a Certified Dementia Care Practitioner , Ageless Grace Educator and STNA. Prior to joining FirstLight Kristy was a scheduling and hiring coordinator for a CCRC in Granville. Kristy has been in the healthcare field since the age of 16 when she first obtained her STNA and started working in a long term care facility. She has always had a passion for caregiving and wanting to make a difference in others lives. Kristy and her husband Kevin have 6 kids, 9 grandkids and a house full of French Bulldogs.

Roanne Gottschalk RN - Community Relations Home Care Liaison

Roanne comes to First Light with previous Home Care experience, and is our Community Relations Home Care Liaison. Roanne graduated from the University of Akron with a Bachelors in Nursing, and is a Registered Nurse. She has held many nursing positions throughout her career, and brings passion and a love for seniors to her new role. Roanne’s position includes building relationships with our VA clients and monitoring the satisfaction of their services, along with community development. She is excited to share how First Light is different from other home care companies, and how we truly make a difference in the lives of seniors. In her free time, she loves to travel, read, and attend youngest daughter’s cheer competitions and games. Roanne resides with her husband Michael in Granville, Ohio. She has 3 wonderful children and 2 sweet yorkies.

Amy Meier LPN - Client Care Coordinator

Amy is one of our Client Care Coordinators for the Greater Columbus area. She is PAC certified and a dementia trainer. Amy started with FirstLight 5 years ago as an STNA and caregiver, she went on to further her education in the nursing program at COTC in Newark, Ohio. She has a passion to care for the elderly community and turned it into a full time career. Amy has three grown children and one grandchild. She enjoys raising pigs at her country home

Deena Lebold, Scheduling Coordinator

Deena started her career with FirstLight Home Care as a caregiver working with many of our clients. We quickly discovered what a very special person caring she is. Her journey with us is a perfect example of growth, dedication and passion for helping others. Whether she’s been providing compassionate care to clients or ensuring our schedules run smoothly, Deena has consistently shown her commitment and love for what she does. Deena has two children and enjoys watching them grow and attending their sporting/school functions.

Kimerly Roberts, Marketing Liaison

Kim has 16 years of dedicated service in the realm of senior care, is a seasoned professional and a recognized leader in senior living, home care, and with her involvement with Alzheimer’s Association. Kim’s wealth of experience and compassionate approach make her an invaluable team member for FirstLight home care. Beyond her professional commitments, Kim finds solace in the serenity of the beach, enjoys the camaraderie of live music with friends, and treasures her moments spent with family, especially her grandchildren.

Shawn Ireland, Marketing Liasion

Shawn Ireland has been heard and seen for almost 40 years on morning radio and
morning television in Central Ohio. Included among her many stops-The WNCI Morning Zoo, Sunny 95, and Good Day Columbus on ABC6/FOX28. These days Shawn has transitioned to her other loves…supporting seniors and nonprofits. Shawn currently serves as Marketing Liaison and Social Media Coordinator for
FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio. She also created and hosts the weekly Youtube and audio podcast series called “Navigating Senior Care”-presented by FirstLight Home Care. The programs are a resource for families trying to sort through the complexities of senior care. In her spare time, Shawn can be seen around town emceeing for many causes and speaking to groups on her experiences in media , senior care, and life. The not-working Shawn, is the mother of two grown children, her daughter Cydney, who is engaged and lives in Philadelphia, and her son, Graham, who is married and lives in L.A. Shawn is also a dog Mom to two rescue dogs-Bella Donna, and Stevie Nips. And yes, you guessed it by their names, Shawn loves Fleetwood Mac!

Shari Weingarth, RN

We are excited to have Shari as part of our team as a Registered Nurse. With a wealth of experience in a full service Physician Practice and Surgery Center, Shari brings a strong background in providing exceptional care to seniors in the community. Her expertise in collaborating with physicians and healthcare teams has contributed to improved patient outcomes, particularly in managing the unique needs of older adults. Shari has a passion for ensuring that seniors receive compassionate, high-quality care, and we are confident that her dedication and skills will be a great asset to our organization. We look forward to seeing the positive impact she will make on our patients and team. Shari enjoys spending time with her Husband, 3 Daughters their Husbands, and her 8 grandchildren.

Vision & Mission

At FirstLight Home Care, we envision a world in which all adults may age with comfort, dignity and independence in the place they call home. We exist to help people have their best day, every day. Our mission is to provide compassionate home care so that the families we serve have peace of mind knowing their loved ones are receiving the support they need to enjoy the quality of life they deserve.

Core Values

We live these core values every day, without compromise. It is what we believe in above all else as they guide our home care company and team members to help us achieve our mission.

Focus on Relationships First

We have a genuine concern for the health and well-being of others and an incredible opportunity to help people live their best lives. By focusing on relationships, we create caring environments where people are encouraged to use their unique experiences and backgrounds to create lasting bonds. This is our Culture of Care philosophy that motivates us to do more as we serve others.

Act with Integrity

We’re honest, trustworthy and committed to doing the right thing. Providing service with integrity means we consistently do what we say we’re going to do, communicate with transparency and hold ourselves accountable for our actions.

Give Joy

We find, bring and share joy in our work every day. By practicing kindness, gratitude, and having a positive attitude, we bring happiness and genuinely make people feel good.

Grow Together

We strive to build and nurture a culture that creates strong teams, fosters curiosity and connects ideas. This drives us to break the status quo and, together, find ways to consistently improve and grow.

Make a Difference Every Day

Each day we are inspired to make a difference in people’s lives, and we have a sincere desire to make the world a better place. We seek to improve the lives of others through our dedication to reliable, professional first-class service.