About Us

In the spring of 2001 at the tender age of 82, Charlie, our Dad and Father-in-Law made the decision to have a left hip replacement surgery. Although still able to get around, drive, grocery shop, and spend time in his workshop, he found the pain from his hip excruciating. Dad hoped a new hip would give him more freedom; after all, that was what happened 14 years earlier when the right hip was replaced.

The hip replacement did not go well. Over a span of several weeks, Charlie endured three surgeries and many hours with his family at his bedside day and night before he could return home. During all the pain and suffering, Dad wanted to desperately return home to his comfortable surroundings. He missed Mom's cooking, his favorite chair by the front window, and all the things one takes for granted while living in your own home.

With the help of our family, Charlie recuperated from the nightmare surgeries and for four more years, we gave Dad his wish to live at home. He ate home cooked meals, slept in his bedroom, watched the deer wander through his front yard, and puttered in his workshop as his health would permit. We drove Dad to appointments and visits to his daughters' homes. We even managed to take him to Cripple Creek for a little fun at the slot machines.

Dad pleaded with us to never send him to a nursing home and thanked us over and over for helping him realize this dream. He simply wanted to live out his life in the home he and Mom bought in 1955. It was a small sacrifice to help Dad live his final years at home. Dad's physician told us many times we were a very special family and Charlie was so fortunate to have us near him. We felt fortunate to be with our father and give back a little for all he had done for us.

During Dad's hospital stays, we watched in dismay at other's loneliness and discomfort. We listened to other families describe how difficult it was to take time off from work to comfort their family member in the hospital. Other patients would tell us once they left the hospital, they would be alone. A neighbor may drop by occasionally, but for the most part she would be on her own.

That sentiment touched us because we knew Dad would have someone with him most all the time. Mom would be at home to comfort him and our family would be there to pitch in and help with the duties when Mom began to tire. Being married 65 years, Mom was great with Dad! But… she needed help and that is where we came into the picture.

Through these first hand experiences, we have developed a successful home care business assisting an age group we truly respect and love. It is our vision to give others the opportunity to live at home; the place they love, just as we made it possible for our Dad, Charlie, to live out his final years.

Beth Kempp, Founder and President
Beth Kempp is the youngest of four daughters, born to Charlie and Irene at St. Francis hospital in Colorado Springs. As told by Mom and Dad, they were blessed with a 4th child when they were in their 40's. Thus, Beth understands the seniors of the depression era!

Beth's sisters were married and had children of their own. Growing up, Beth always felt distinctive being an aunt at birth and sharing her parents with nieces and nephews the same age as she was, as they came to visit Grandma and Grandpa. In turn, she also felt very special that her parents were grandparents to her best little friends.

Beth graduated from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Beth's emphasis is client care management and business development.

Sherm Kempp, Co-founder
In 1985, the United States Armed forces brought 2nd Lieutenant Sherm Kempp to Colorado Springs from the upper peninsula of Michigan. He went through the ROTC program at Northern Michigan University, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Economics and joined the United States Army. Within three months of living in Colorado Springs, Sherm and Beth met and two years later were married. Their two children, Nick and Rebecca joined the family while Sherm worked his way up to the rank of Captain in the 329th Artillery.

Sherm separated from the United States Army as an honorably discharged veteran. His career led him into the banking industry for 16 years and 4 years in proprietary education. Sherm consults as our project manager and client services coordinator.

Nicholas Kempp
Nicholas has been involved with At Home Elder Care, Inc. since it opened for business. He has supported the family business in roles as caregiver, property maintenance, and is now the Director of Operations. He manages the office, payroll and bookkeeping.

Nick's true passion is fire fighting and looks forward to the day he is hired full time. He graduated from Pikes Peak Community College with an Associates Degree in Fire Science.

He is a certified Emergency Medical Technician, IV Medical Technician, and Firefighter I. He is trained in high angle rescue, vehicle extrication, and open water scuba diving. He has served on the Manitou Springs Volunteer Fire Department since 2007.

Rebecca Kempp
In high school, Rebecca began caring for an elderly client with dementia as her first role in At Home Elder Care, Inc. For two years, Rebecca would visit with her each day, make her a meal, converse, and provide companionship for a lonely individual. Once in college, Rebecca continued working as a caregiver with other clients and has been very successful bonding with each individual because of her compassionate nature and patience.

Rebecca is studying sign language, psychology, and business in college and looks forward to opening her own business one day. She currently is our Corporate Communications Manager, optimizing her social media skills and outgoing personality.

"Papa Charlie"
Beth's Dad
† Passed away in May 2005

Irene
Beth's Mom and Gramma
Almost 88 and Living at Home

"Kay and Ralph"
Sherm's Mother and Father
† Ralph Passed away in October 2009
Kay is 80 and Living at Home

Call 719-590-8813 for more information.