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About Us

A Private-Duty
Home Health Agency
Serving Montgomery County

Hospice patient and spouse

Meet Our Team

Meet the dedicated professionals who support the individuals and families we serve throughout Montgomery County. The needs of your loved ones are our priority.

Marnie Bernard

Marnie Bernard

CEO and Owner

Marnie Bernard, CEO and owner of The Bernard Health Institute, has a professional background as a Physician Assistant with over 20 years of experience practicing medicine. With her lifelong commitment to medicine and patient care, you can trust that your loved one's care needs has the oversight and input of a knowledgeable and experienced healthcare provider, which makes us stand out from other business owners.

Nadege Donaldson

Nadege Donaldson

QA Director/HR

With more than 25 years of healthcare leadership experience, Nadege Donaldson is a licensed nurse, healthcare consultant, and certified investigator specializing in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and healthcare operations. Her background includes clinical nursing, care coordination, infection prevention, incident investigations, and management across acute care, long-term care, assisted living, and home health settings. She is committed to helping healthcare organizations strengthen operations, improve patient outcomes, and provide safe, high-quality, person-centered care.

Linda Otinga, RN

Linda Otinga, RN

Director of Nursing

Linda Otinga is a dedicated registered nurse and healthcare leader with a passion for compassionate patient care, leadership, and community service. She is committed to improving the quality of care through teamwork, education, and advocacy while empowering individuals and families to achieve better health and well-being. Outside of her professional role, Linda enjoys mentoring others, supporting community initiatives, and spending quality time with her family.

Jenifer Baker, RN

Jenifer Baker, RN

Alternate Director of Nursing

My name is Jenifer Baker. I have been a registered nurse since 2006. I began working on a medical/surgical unit at a local hospital and then moved on to working in surgical services as a pre-op nurse. After our fourth child, I took some time to raise my family. In my free time, I enjoy walking with my two dogs, spending time on any beach, reading and spending time with family. I look forward to this new chapter.

Our Photo Album

A few moments from The Bernard Health Institute and the community we serve.

Unparalleled Service Because Our Focus is You

Revolutionizing home health care, we offer an unparalleled blend of skilled medical services and compassionate non-medical support right in the comfort of your home. Our expert team is devoted to delivering personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs, fostering recovery, independence, and an enhanced quality of life. Our approach combines professional healthcare with the intimacy of home, creating a nurturing environment where patients and their families thrive. Experience the pinnacle of customized care, where every service is a testament to our commitment to excellence.

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  • Our services can help prevent rehospitalization, institutionalization, emergency department visits, and urgent care.
  • We offer convenience. Visits are made on your schedule, in the comfort and privacy of your home.
  • Our patients have access to a nurse on call 24/7.
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  • Our services reduce stress for patients and caregivers, while allowing patients to receive health care and personal services in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes.
  • Adding home health care to your other health services promotes better outcomes.
A home health aide with a senior patient.
  • We offer one-to-one care personalized to your unique needs.
  • We emphasize quality nursing and thorough aide services, meeting all the medical and non-medical nursing requirements of every household we serve.

Let us know what's on your mind. We will help.

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