meet our team

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Holly has been a lifelong resident of Greenwich. She is owner of Windy Hill CBD and Wellness company with locations in Greenwich and Glens Falls. She is proud to be able to help members of her community who are struggling with chronic pain, insomnia, anxiety, and inflammation find relief through more natural avenues.  After retiring from Stewarts Shops in 2023, Holly can be found giving  her time and talents to those in need, always ready to lend a hand or provide an ear or a voice. She is always looking for ways to give back to the community.

“My goal and mission was to help pets in need find loving homes. When I started the rescue in 2022 I had no idea what it would entail, slowly over time I was able to build a team of individuals who also have the same goal. I take pride in knowing that we as a Team can all work together to find those loving homes for pets. I find myself very fortunate to have a rescue that is strictly foster based so that none of our pets are in kennels and they all receive loving, nurturing environments. It was always a dream to help save animals and although we are small I can honestly say we are making a difference in the lives of pets.”

Renee resides just outside of Greenwich with her husband, Michael, and 3 of her 4 adult children. Having grown up in a small town in central Massachusetts, Renee is no stranger to the close knit community life. She worked as a high school English teacher. Now she devotes her time to her family and her pups. It is clear that there is a love of dogs when visiting Renee’s home, with 6 of her own dogs to greet you, you will never find yourself without a little puppy love. 

“I am humbled and blessed to be surrounded by such an amazing team of women who all share the same goal in assisting dogs in finding their furever homes. It is such a labor of love and we each come with our own strengths, complimenting each other and making Almost Home the incredible group it is today. There is such a sense of joy when a dog and a family find each other. Knowing that we helped to make that perfect match and created such a special relationship  is an honor I don’t take lightly. There is THE most amazing sense of fulfillment when you know you helped to create the unconditional loving bond between a pup and their family. It is one of the greatest gifts.” 

Mary-Ann lives in Easton with her family. She is an avid animal lover and has had animals for her entire life. Mary-Ann has experience with horses, goats, dogs, and cats to name a few. As having worked in the veterinary industry for over 30 years, Mary-Ann has co-taught puppy and beginner obedience classes and worked alongside several licensed vet techs. She has assisted veterinarians directly with patients of all sizes and species. Mary-Ann’s love of animals extends to her home as well. She currently is mom to 4 dogs, 4 cats, and 2 goats.  Almost Home is fortunate to have Mary-Ann to help with intake and fostering as well as administrative responsibilities.

“I love being part of our rescue. It’s hard work, but so rewarding to find deserving pups their forever homes.”

Tina and her husband have been residents of Gansevoort for over 20 years where they raised their, now, two adult daughters. Over the years they have been lucky enough to adopt and raise several fur babies. Currently, Tina and her husband have 4 dogs and 2 cats of their own along with an ever changing array of fosters. 

“As a member of Almost Home, I am committed to helping these sweet puppies get acclimated with living in a loving home and getting ready for their special forever family.”

Cindy has lived in Greenwich for 28 years and works full time from home. She has been with her company for almost 18 years and is the proud stepmother to son, Matt, along with his wife, Erica, and 2 grandchildren, Carter and Isabella. She has a sister and brother in law, nephew, and great nephew who all also reside in Greenwich. As a member of the Greenwich Tractor Parade Committee for over 5 years, Cindy is no stranger to dedication and hard work. She enjoys attending her grandchildren’s sports and school event.s

“After recently having to put my own rescue dog to sleep due to a major seizure/stroke, I made the decision to become a foster. My pup was a rescue and had been fostered before I adopted her, so this was for me, a way to heal my heartbreak. Having never been a foster before, I was not sure if it would be what is referred to as a “foster failure”, however, that has not happened- YET! My role is to give them security, a safe place to decompress, learn to trust, gain some puppy skills and lots of love so they are ready to meet their forever families. I am very glad to be a part of Almost Home.”

 Shaina and Paul live in Greenwich with their 5 children and 4 dogs. Shaina works as an occupational therapist and Paul is retired (but has his hands full with dogs and their youngest daughter). Shaina and Paul maintain a busy schedule with sporting and social events, but still manage to find time to volunteer with Almost Home Rescue. When you enter their home you’ll be greeted by both a pack of children and dogs! As members of Almost Home, we are committed to helping these sweet pups get comfortable, feel loved and get ready for their forever home. 

Sam has been part of the Almost Home team since 2023, initially through her grooming business and more recently as a foster.  She lives in Cambridge with her husband and children and owns Sam’s Trans-Fur-Mations Pet Salon. Her love of dogs is obvious by the gentle care she takes with each of her special clients. No animal can help but feel loved and pampered while in her care. Almost Home is grateful for Sam’s services and is proud to have her as a foster home for some of our dogs. 

Madison has had a love of animals since a young age. She lives with her parents and sisters as well as her own 2 emotional support cats. Madison graduated from Greenwich Junior-Senior High School and attended SUNY ACC where she graduated with a a Media Art degree. She currently  attends SUNY Empire State University where she studies Ecology. She hopes to help preserve animal habitats and bring awareness to human’s impact upon them.