Esther Ozue Provides Lifesaving Care and Earns 2026 National Caregiver of the Year

Dallas, TX— Right at Home has awarded its highest caregiver honor to Esther Ozue, a caregiver with Right at Home North Dallas, Texas, recognizing her as the 2026 National Caregiver of the Year. Selected from thousands of caregivers across more than 500 locations, Esther distinguished herself through her extraordinary dedication to her clients, her leadership among fellow caregivers, and her unwavering commitment to compassionate care.

“Esther embodies everything we strive to be at Right at Home,” said North Dallas franchise owner Harley Cohen. “She has a smile that puts her clients at ease, a presence that reassures families, and the keenest instincts when it comes to matters of health and matters of the heart.”

One of the families Esther supports is an aging couple facing significant health challenges. Over the past two years, Esther’s presence has been transformative. The couple’s daughter-in-law, Henriette, recalled, “Esther walked in, met our parents, and instinctively took charge, providing exactly what was needed—often before we even realized it ourselves.”

The couple’s son explained that his parents had always been strong and independent. Esther entered their lives at a time when both were struggling to maintain that independence. “From the day she arrived,” he said, “Esther almost immediately became the glue of the staff of caregivers who continue to lovingly care for my parents.”

Because she knew the couple so well, Esther could detect subtle changes in their behavior that others might overlook. Her intuition and attentiveness ultimately saved a life.

Henriette shared that one day, Esther arrived for her shift and immediately sensed something was wrong with Henriette’s mother-in-law. Without hesitation, Esther called 911 and ensured her client received emergency care. Against all odds, Henriette’s mother-in-law returned home after an extensive hospital stay.

“The doctor confirmed what we already knew in our hearts,” Henriette said. “Time was absolutely critical, and without Esther’s swift intervention, the outcome could have been devastating. Her quick thinking gave our mother another chance at life.”

Beyond her exceptional caregiving, Esther is also one of Right at Home North Dallas’s strongest advocates. Melissa White, the office’s Vice President of Operations, shared, “Esther is proud of the company’s ethics and dedication to the families we serve. She is not just a caregiver—she is a true business partner for us.”

Esther helps train new caregivers, enthusiastically shares the mission of Right at Home, and actively recruits outstanding team members. “She has recruited so many caregivers for us that we adoringly call them the Ozue Crew,” Melissa added. “She is a cheerleader for Right at Home—a walking, talking, caring, loving, true professional, client-advocating advertisement.”

To Henriette’s family, Esther has become irreplaceable. “Her compassion, dedication, and unwavering support have made her a cherished member of our family forever,” said Henriette.

Esther Ozue exemplifies the values of Right at Home, and we are immensely proud to honor her as the 2026 National Caregiver of the Year.

Right at Home North Dallas provides a range of in-home care companionship, personal care and specialty care options for seniors and adults with disabilities. We proudly serve Dallas and the surrounding communities. For more information, contact Right at Home North Dallas at rightathome.net/north-dallas or 214-340-9900.

Right at Home is in five countries and has over 750 operating locations providing in-home care services to allow seniors and people with disabilities to retain as much independence and dignity as possible.