About Cassie
Caregiving is My Destiny
My name is Cassie Brungarth. Ten years ago, I founded Cassie’s Cardinals with a simple dream: to give families reliable, trusted, wholehearted care.
Growing up on my father’s farm in Ohio, caregiving was woven into my life from the start. From helping my parents tend to the animals to taking responsibility for the land, I learned early what it meant to work hard, show up consistently, and care deeply.
To put myself through college at Otterbein University, I took on every opportunity I could find — waitressing, teaching tennis, nannying, supporting elderly patients, and even serving as an instructor at my mom’s horse camp. I did it all, and each role strengthened my passion for service and shaped the foundation of the work I do today.
A Little Boy Named Leo Changed My Life
The stars aligned the day I met Leo — a little boy who had traveled all the way from Italy to Columbus, Ohio for specialized medical care.
Leo was unlike anyone I had ever cared for. Even after long days in the hospital and countless surgeries, he radiated a joy and resilience that were contagious. On the days he felt strong enough — and with his parents’ blessing — we’d escape to my father’s farm, where he could just be a kid again. We rode horses and tractors, zipped around on four-wheelers, swam, and played every sport his energy allowed.
For six years, I had the privilege of caring for Leo. When he passed at just ten years old, I knew my purpose had become bigger. His life made it clear that I wanted to help more families — with the same heart, dedication, and love he inspired in me.
To Leonardo: Forever in my heart. February 3rd, 2005 - February 17th, 2015
With Leo’s spirit guiding me, I’m deeply grateful to have spent the last decade supporting more than 1,500 families and corporations across the United States. Every partnership reminds me why this work matters — because caring for the people we love is truly a team effort, and the work of nurturing, supporting, and showing up for one another is never finished.
My goal is simple: to make your life easier, your home more supported, and your family feel genuinely cared for. It would be an honor to welcome you into the Cassie’s Cardinals community.
In loving memory of Leo,
Cassie Brungarth
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