Our Staff at BrightStar Care® Colorado Springs

Steve grew up in Colorado Springs. His Father was a career Air Force Officer and Fighter Pilot. Steve’s two sisters and Mother also live here in Colorado Springs. After graduating Air Academy High School, Steve earned a BA Degree from the University of Colorado in Boulder.
 
After college, Steve spent 30 years in business. Working in logistics, supply chain and information technology, leading teams in business development, general management, operations, and sales. In recent years, some of Steve’s immediate family and close friends experienced health related issues that became life changing events. Families had to change the way they lived to care for their loved ones and accommodate the effected family member and provide the necessary care and resources.
 
Steve saw this as a calling. Helping people and families care for loved ones, relieve stress, and improve their quality of life by providing a higher standard of companion and health care services in their home. Families need empathy and support to successfully manage and cope through these life altering events. Steve feels humbled and privileged to provide these services to the greater Colorado Springs communities.   

Nicole has been with BrightStar Care since 2021. Nicole was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 10  years before transitioning to working in an office. She knows the importance of what it takes to ensure that the transition to home health is an easy one. Nicole knows that for some, it is hard to be able to accept the help that they may need, and she is there to help with that transition one step at a time. Nicole has a passion for people and knows what it takes to live by BrightStar’s core values. She loves working with clients and staff to make sure they are satisfied with the care that they are receiving.

Nicole has a passion for working with those who have Demetia. Her mother was diagnosed at an early age and also worked with residents in a long term care facility. Dementia is a horrible disease and it is important to know how to work with someone that has memory loss. It Is her goal that someone that is taking care of that people knows how to do it properly, and with love.

 Nicole has lived in Colorado since 2014 and is married with one daughter.  They enjoy  working on cars, going to car shows, and taking their free time to enjoy what Colorado has to offer.

Cyndee came to BrightStar Care with Over 15 years of Home Health experience. Cyndee loves her career in home Health, it allows her to truly make a difference in the lives of Clients and Family. “I decided to pursue Home Health Nursing because I wanted to help Client and Families on a more personal level”. Some qualities of being a Home Health and the DON are patience, loyalty, and reliability. These are traits vital to my role. Cyndee enjoys the personal relationship you build and the sense of accomplishments from supervising all field staff.  

Brooke moved to Colorado Springs in 2023 from Houston Texas. She enjoys hiking and camping, so Colorado was the perfect fit for she and her husband, Bobby. Brooke holds a bachelor’s degree in business management with 25 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing for the Oil and Gas sector. Brooke changed careers paths after seeing the direct results that home healthcare provided for her mother. Brooke believes that home healthcare gave her more time with her mother and hopes to help other families experience the same care and kindness she was so blessed to have.

Lucy Martinez is born and raised in Colorado Springs, CO and comes to Brightstar with 12 years in the healthcare community. Lucy loves helping the elderly and takes pride in being able to give the best possible care and experience. Her big personality shines with her coworkers and patients. She really is a glass full person who likes to find the best in even in the worst situations. When not at work she is with her kids exploring beautiful Colorado and going to concerts.