Our Team
Providing compassionate end-of-life care and making a positive difference
in the lives of our patients, their families and our community.
Leadership
Deborah Horning
LPN, CHPO
Chief Executive Officer
Gabriela Reyes
Clinical Director
Physicians & Nurse Practitioners
Manish Sahni, MD
Medical Director
Gerald Asin, MD
Physician
Pamela Conn
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Enrique "Rick" Salazar
Nurse Practitioner
Team
Maryann Tarango
Business Manager
Nancy Dowd
Human Resources
Erin
I have been a nurse since 2014, and recently got my RN in 2022. My previous jobs were all in long-term care and skilled facilities. I have always loved working with the older population, so joining Hospice Promise only made sense. In my free time I enjoy going on motorcycle rides with my boyfriend. I enjoy spending time with friends and family.
Dotti
I spent over 30 years working in critical care and psych care. I joined Hospice Promise with a strong desire to help provide comfort at end-of-life, and also allow patients to remain as alert as possible so they can be interactive with their family.
I love cats, dogs and people – and I have 5 children, 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. I also drive a big truck!
Audra
I have been a nurse since 1998. I love helping patients and making a difference. I joined Hospice Promise to continue making a positive influence in a new way, helping patients and their families on their journey. I am a wife and mother with three beautiful talented daughters and a rambunctious son.
Carol
I have been in nursing for 47 years. I have been blessed to fo so many different areas of nursing, but when I stepped into Hospice Promise I knew my path had changed. Hospice is the only nursing I want to do, there’s so many things I can do but my heart, my compassion, and my desire is to care for people at the end of life. I love cooking in my free time. I also love the outdoors and being around people.
Christine
I have been a Registered Nurse since 1996. I have recently relocated to Arizona from Pennsylvania. Much of my background and experience has been working in long-term care. I joined Hospice Promise with the ardent desire to help provide comfort to patients and their families during the end-of-life process. It brings me much joy to be able to provide support to families and help them feel more at ease with their loved one’s terminal illness. My favorite part of life is being around people I care I love the outdoors and staying active. In my down time, I write poetry as it helps me keep grounded in the realities of everyday life.
Amy
With 29 years of dedicated experience as a Registered Nurse, I’ve found my true calling in Hospice care – a path that became deeply personal after losing my mother years ago. Supporting patients and families through life’s most tender moments is not just my profession, it’s my heart work. I’m a proud mom of three amazing kids, soon to be married, and always chasing new adventures. Whether it’s exploring new cultures or simply finding joy in the journey, travel keeps me grounded and inspired. Compassion, resilience and connection are the threads that weave through both my career and my life.
Stacey
I am from Buffalo NY and moved to the valley in 2008. I have been a nurse for 27 years. I enjoy caring for seniors and assisting families so they can spend quality time with their loved ones. To see the smiles and sparkle in a seniors eye while spending quality time with there family brings me so much joy.
Shelley
I grew up here in Arizona and have been an LPN for 45 years with a background of Medical/Surgical and Oncology. I have worked as a Hospice Nurse for 30 years now and have a passion for end-of-life care. I am also a professional musician and play with 2 different bands in the evenings and on weekends.
Nichole
I have been a nurse for 19 years and working in Hospice for about 16 years. Hospice is deeply rewarding to be the one helping facilitate closure between patients and their loved ones. I chose Hospice Promise because everyone on the team has a voice and plays an equal part in surrounding the patient and family with all aspects of care. Our team is incredibly special!
Rena
I’ve been a CPN since 2013. I am originally from Minnesota. I moved to Phoenix in 2022. I have a diverse background in healthcare. I have worked in varous fields such as LTC/Skilled Psych, and inpatient hospital (PCU, observation. I have 1 son and 5 animals (2 dogs and 3 cats). In my spare time I enjoy cycling, swimming, and spending time with my son.
Cynthia
My passion for Hospice started in Louisiana where I became an LPN and worked on the Telemetry floor. During my time there I worked with a variety of patients, hospice being some of them. One particular patient didn’t have any family to comfort her so my team and I did what we could to comfort and care for her. That was when I knew hospice was what I would do for the rest of my nursing career. In my free time I enjoy photography, poetry, hiking and traveling.
Caitlyn
I have been a CNA for 2 years but have been in the medical field since I was 18. I love being apart of the team at Hospice Promise knowing that the patients and employees are truly cared for. In my free time I love spending time with family, dogs and reading.
Maria
I started my CNA career in 1997, I worked at facilities and then in 2005 I got the privilege of working for Hospice.
I fell in love with hospice and 20 years later I’m still going strong.
Latisha
I have been in Healthcare field for 20 plus years. I love working with the elderly. I am a proud parent of three children: a 19-year-old daughter and two sons, aged 12 and 11. In my spare time, I love to be with my family.
Mariah
I started working in healthcare at 18 years old, straight out of high school. I’ve worked in MedSurg, Long-term care facilities & fell in love with Hospice. Working in Hospice hasn’t been easy, but I love it. I love being able to provide patients the care they need whether it’s emotional support or physical support. As I am continuing my education in nursing, I’m happy I found my specialty!
Meghan
My name is Meghan. I have been working in hospice for a few months. I chose to work for Hospice Promise because I feel End of Life care is one of the most crucial fields. My passion to help people has been shown the most in hospice because it’s all about the warmth and kindness that everyone wants to feel, especially during the end. I like to shop in my free time!
Paola
I have been a CNA for 21 years. I love to dance, go hiking, and play some sports. I am a mom of 5 kids and I am very blessed to be able to help others with love and compassion.
Sarah
My name is Sarah, and I am grateful to be a part of Hospice Promise as a dedicated Social Worker. I am a passionate about providing compassionate support and the highest quality services to our patients and their families. Every day, I stive to ensure that individuals feel heard, comforted, and guided through some of life’s most meaningful moments. My ultimate goal is to make a positive difference at the end of life by offering dignity, understanding and unwavering support to those in my care.
Jose
I have been a pastor for over 25 years because I love people and I want the very best for them. I have written two books, and I have great relationships with many of our community leaders. At Hospice Promise, every team member cares for our patients as they would for members of their own family. It is so rewarding to see how my coworkers love our patients and always do the best for them.
Robin
After serving as a congregational pastor for 40 years, I decided to serve as a hospice liaison. In my free time, I’ve traveled to 60 countries all over the globe with a special heart for Africa
Deb
I have 15 years in the medical field doing sales. From placement, home health hospice background, as well as inside sales for independent, assisted and memory care communities. I chose to work with Hospice Promise because of the love they have for their patients. The staff and the owner are also amazing! What a great company! I am a wife and a mom of 2. I love the outdoors and volunteering in any way I can to make a difference in people’s lives.
Toney Robles
I have over 25 years in the Medical Field Industry. I was a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant and I have over 15 years in medical sales and marketing. For the last 9 years I have been and have fallen in love with Hospice and the benefits and comfort it provides. I believe in Hospice Services and it has become my passion.
Avivah
I have worked with volunteers for many years in theater and animal rescue. People who give their time get back so much more than they give. In the past I have been a Certified Pharmacy Tech. I am thrilled to be part of Hospice Promise and to positively impact the volunteers, patients and their families. In my free time I spoil my 6 pets, volunteer and enjoy water walking.
Kelsey
I have worked at Hospice Promise since the doors first opened. Our team does an amazing job meeting the needs of our patients and their families. The care we provide warms my heart and makes me proud of where I work.
Amanda
I’ve worked in healthcare since I was 18. I’m very passionate in helping people and caring for their loved ones. I joined Hospice Promise in June of this year. I love being apart of Hospice Promise and knowing that our patients are truly cared for.