We were very impressed with the caregiving services provided by Happier at Home for our loved one. From the moment we first called, Dana and Toby were genuinely compassionate, professional and knowledgeable. They met us in our home to get to know our loved one and answer all questions, and provided meticulous scheduling that met our needs. The caregivers they assigned provided so much help to us. If you are looking for an in home caregiver it can be tough to know who to trust, but we can recommend Happier at Home without hesitation.
Like a member of the family, but BETTER! The level of care and attention that has been given goes above what we as a family could have ever wanted. The level of communication is almost immediate and has been such a blessing to have. If you are genuinely concerned and stressed out about leaving your loved ones in the right hands when you are not available you absolutely have come to the right place. They have worked tirelessly with our insurance and our family members to ensure that all needs and wants are not only met but exceeded. There have been times where we were considering changing to a non in home care facility and we could not justify sending our family members away from home because they are getting such great support and care at home. Everyone has been attentive and open to all of the needs and concerns that have been presented I honestly wish I had more money to compensate them because they constantly go above and beyond. It will never be a 100% relief of all worries when you genuinely want the best for your loved ones but Happier At Home has given us so much relief without compromise it’s amazing. Highly HIGHLY suggest considering them if you need care for a family member and giving them a call. I hope they are still in business when I reach the age when I need a some help as a childless adult because I won’t have a worry in the world! I cannot thank them enough! -Laine
I was very pleased with the caregivers and service when we used Happier at Home for my 88-year-old mother. Dana and Toby Porter were wonderful to work with. I highly recommend Happier at Home.
The owners of Happier at Home, Dana and Toby, are incredible people—organized, compassionate, and deeply committed to what they do. Having known them for over five years, I can confidently say they run a high-quality, caring business.
We were very impressed with the caregiving services provided by Happier at Home for our loved one. From the moment we first called, Dana and Toby were genuinely compassionate, professional and knowledgeable. They met us in our home to get to know our loved one and answer all questions, and provided meticulous scheduling that met our needs. The caregivers they assigned provided so much help to us. If you are looking for an in home caregiver it can be tough to know who to trust, but we can recommend Happier at Home without hesitation.
Like a member of the family, but BETTER! The level of care and attention that has been given goes above what we as a family could have ever wanted. The level of communication is almost immediate and has been such a blessing to have. If you are genuinely concerned and stressed out about leaving your loved ones in the right hands when you are not available you absolutely have come to the right place. They have worked tirelessly with our insurance and our family members to ensure that all needs and wants are not only met but exceeded. There have been times where we were considering changing to a non in home care facility and we could not justify sending our family members away from home because they are getting such great support and care at home. Everyone has been attentive and open to all of the needs and concerns that have been presented I honestly wish I had more money to compensate them because they constantly go above and beyond. It will never be a 100% relief of all worries when you genuinely want the best for your loved ones but Happier At Home has given us so much relief without compromise it’s amazing. Highly HIGHLY suggest considering them if you need care for a family member and giving them a call. I hope they are still in business when I reach the age when I need a some help as a childless adult because I won’t have a worry in the world! I cannot thank them enough! -Laine
I was very pleased with the caregivers and service when we used Happier at Home for my 88-year-old mother. Dana and Toby Porter were wonderful to work with. I highly recommend Happier at Home.
The owners of Happier at Home, Dana and Toby, are incredible people—organized, compassionate, and deeply committed to what they do. Having known them for over five years, I can confidently say they run a high-quality, caring business.
We were very impressed with the caregiving services provided by Happier at Home for our loved one. From the moment we first called, Dana and Toby were genuinely compassionate, professional and knowledgeable. They met us in our home to get to know our loved one and answer all questions, and provided meticulous scheduling that met our needs. The caregivers they assigned provided so much help to us. If you are looking for an in home caregiver it can be tough to know who to trust, but we can recommend Happier at Home without hesitation.
Like a member of the family, but BETTER! The level of care and attention that has been given goes above what we as a family could have ever wanted. The level of communication is almost immediate and has been such a blessing to have. If you are genuinely concerned and stressed out about leaving your loved ones in the right hands when you are not available you absolutely have come to the right place. They have worked tirelessly with our insurance and our family members to ensure that all needs and wants are not only met but exceeded. There have been times where we were considering changing to a non in home care facility and we could not justify sending our family members away from home because they are getting such great support and care at home. Everyone has been attentive and open to all of the needs and concerns that have been presented I honestly wish I had more money to compensate them because they constantly go above and beyond. It will never be a 100% relief of all worries when you genuinely want the best for your loved ones but Happier At Home has given us so much relief without compromise it’s amazing. Highly HIGHLY suggest considering them if you need care for a family member and giving them a call. I hope they are still in business when I reach the age when I need a some help as a childless adult because I won’t have a worry in the world! I cannot thank them enough! -Laine
I was very pleased with the caregivers and service when we used Happier at Home for my 88-year-old mother. Dana and Toby Porter were wonderful to work with. I highly recommend Happier at Home.
The owners of Happier at Home, Dana and Toby, are incredible people—organized, compassionate, and deeply committed to what they do. Having known them for over five years, I can confidently say they run a high-quality, caring business.
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15725 Whittier Blvd Ste A Whittier, CA 90603
Dana Porter is a business professional with a background in Business Management and Finance from USC and an MBA from Pepperdine University. With over 25 years of experience in the pharmacy industry, she and her husband, Toby, along with their pharmacist partners, own and operate independent community pharmacies across Southern California. These locations range from 1,500 to 3,000 square feet and include USPS sub-stations, Hallmark, home medical equipment, and gift boutiques.
Throughout her career, Dana has led acquisitions, negotiated purchases and sales, managed buildouts and remodels, and developed strategies to enhance front-end sales and gross margins. She has also served as Adjunct Faculty at USC’s Pharmacy School, teaching Business Management in the Community Pharmacy Elective. Currently, she oversees operations for her pharmacies, ensuring they remain at the forefront of technological advancements in the evolving pharmacy landscape.
Recognizing the shift in healthcare, Dana is now expanding into Home Companion Care as a Board-Certified Patient Advocate, leveraging her expertise to assist patients in a more personalized capacity.
Dana has served on the WSPC Pharmacy Buying Group Board of Directors, the Amerisource Bergen Elevate Advisory Board, and the REACH Board of Directors, and is an active member of Soroptimist International of Whittier. She has also been involved in numerous local boards and committees, including the Whittier Chamber of Commerce.
Outside of work, Dana enjoys yoga, walking, reading, and spending time with her husband and two boys.
Toby’s wide range of capabilities built over 25 years of pharmacy industry experience provides our team a deep reservoir of knowledge with which to serve clients. His skillset includes certification as a licensed pharmacy technician, certified orthotic fitter, home medical equipment specialist, and pharmacy manager. This exceptional breadth of professional expertise translates to great efficiency in helping patients receive the answers they seek, relief from symptoms they may be experiencing, or navigation through a complex healthcare system.
As the medical field has become increasingly digital with online services, Toby not only follows these trends, he is a leader. He oversees all technology, installations, IT, and repairs for the So Cal Pharmacy Group. He consistently seeks the path that combines the positives of digital medicine with the invaluable person-to-person care with which he is intimately familiar from his professional training in a traditional pharmacy environment.
As a business merchant and a family man raising sons in Whittier, it’s important to Toby that he and his staff be a reliable community-based health resource. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, they co-directed over 20 local clinics, vaccinating the local Whittier community, as well as partnered with the East Whittier City School District to provide weekly COVID-19 antigen testing for unvaccinated employees. This partnership allowed Toby to directly impact his local community, giving back, and ensured the district’s return to learn protocols went over smoothly.
Toby is energized and inspired to extend his expertise of home medical equipment and senior care into the At Home Companion Care space where his passion for people and management can thrive.
With more than two decades of experience in healthcare and pharmacy leadership, Kelley brings a strong foundation in both clinical services and business operations to her role as Director of Outreach and Community Relations. Throughout her career, she has focused on building meaningful connections—whether with patients, providers, or community partners—always with the goal of enhancing care and improving access to essential services.
Her background includes Business Coaching, financial and inventory management, and regional training, where she coached and developed hundreds of pharmacy managers and owners to strengthen customer service, expand clinical offerings, and support employee growth. Known for her ability to blend strategic planning with a genuine care for people, she has consistently helped organizations grow while maintaining the highest standards of compassion and service.
Her passion for senior care is deeply personal. After her mother was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia, Kelley became part of her care team, gaining firsthand insight into the challenges families face when navigating complex health needs. That experience continues to inspire her work, guiding her mission to ensure seniors and their families feel supported, informed, and cared for.
Outside of work, Kelley cherishes time with her family. She enjoys traveling, cooking, swimming, and long walks—and has also fostered dozens of dogs and cats over the years, reflecting her lifelong commitment to caregiving and community.
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If everyday tasks like cooking, errands, or medication reminders have become harder to manage safely, or a family caregiver needs relief, it’s usually a good time to talk with us about a personalized care plan.
We’re based in Adel and serve Central Iowa and the surrounding rural communities, including the greater Des Moines metro area.
Yes. We offer flexible scheduling from one-hour visits up to full 24-hour care, seven days a week, including overnight and weekend coverage.
It depends on your family’s needs — in-home care lets your loved one stay in familiar surroundings with one-on-one attention, often at a comparable or lower cost than facility-based care.
A trained, vetted caregiver matched to your loved one’s personality and needs, with an emphasis on keeping the same caregiver consistent over time.
