About I-CARE

Our Story

Founded in 1993, I-CARE was built on a simple belief: people deserve care that is consistent, compassionate, and dependable—especially when life and health become more complex. Over the years, I-CARE has continued to serve Northern Virginia families with personalized attention, reliable caregivers, and clear communication from the first call forward.

What sets I-CARE apart

Over 30 years of hands-on experience helping families navigate care at home
Founded and led by experienced healthcare professionals, including licensed clinicians who understand care needs from a clinical perspective
Care plans designed around each client’s actual routines, preferences, and support needs—not a one-size-fits-all approach
Personalized attention and dependable coverage options
Experience supporting seniors as well as children and young adults with complex or long-term care needs
A coordinated team approach that keeps families informed and care organized
A long-standing reputation for compassionate, reliable service
Direct access to the owners and leadership team—families are never routed through layers of corporate offices or call centers
Direct access to the owners and leadership team—families are never routed through layers of corporate offices or call centers

Leadership

I-CARE is family founded and led by the Ivey family, powered by a dedicated team of caregivers, clinicians, and care professionals serving Northern Virginia families with personalized attention and dependable support.

Donna IveyFounder & Administrator

Donna Ivey founded I-CARE in 1993 after beginning her career with a clear calling to serve in healthcare. With 45+ years of experience and licensure as a Home Care Administrator and Assisted Living Administrator, she has spent decades guiding families through real-world care needs—building services that are dependable, compassionate, and deeply informed by what families face every day. Her perspective as an advocate and leader is shaped by extensive hands-on experience and personal family health journeys shared in Why I-CARE and Why I-CARE Too, Amazon bestsellers.

Tony Ivey SrOperations & Home Accessibility

Tony Ivey brings a project engineering background and a practical, solutions-driven approach to operations and home accessibility planning. His experience includes supporting large senior community development projects and applying that “engineering eye” to help individuals adapt as mobility needs change. Through coordinated home modification management and trusted oversight, his work helps families move forward with confidence when accessibility becomes a necessity.

Ashley BelinDirector of Clinical Services & Wellness

Ashley Belin is a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with experience across rehabilitation and home-based care, and holds credentials as a Certified Health Coach and Certified Holistic Nutritionist. She brings a clinical lens to care planning, functional support, and wellness—helping families make informed decisions, build sustainable routines, and ensure care remains aligned as needs change.

About The Ivey League

I-CARE is part of The Ivey League—a family-founded, family-owned, and family-operated group of care companies built from the real needs families face as health and life change. Established in 1993, the Ivey family expanded services over time because families often need more than one solution—they need a connected path of support.

The Ivey League includes:

Led by the Ivey family and supported by a dedicated team of caregivers, clinicians, and care professionals, The Ivey League delivers coordinated care with clear communication and personalized attention—so families feel supported as needs evolve.