Traverse City, Michigan (March 30, 2026)—Russ and Leslie Knopp were recently honored as part of the Comfort Keepers^®’ Diamond Club during Comfort Keepers’ annual national conference in Dallas, Texas. The Diamond Club award is presented to the top 25 of more than 600 Comfort Keepers franchisees who have generated the highest revenue in the previous year within a single territory.
 
“To be recognized at the national level is a special achievement,” notes Russ Knopp, “We are proud to accept this award, and it’s an honor to own a local business that can elevate the human spirit of seniors and other adult clients. Along with our team of outstanding professionals, we work hard to help our clients achieve a more purposeful life, no matter their age or acuity.”
 
For over 20 years, Russ and Leslie Knopp have been serving northwest Michigan, delivering quality in-home care to seniors throughout the region. With offices in Traverse City and Petoskey, they employ over 200 caregivers, administrative, and executive team members. Additionally, Russ and Leslie Knopp are both deeply involved in the communities they serve. Currently, Russ serves as Chairman of the Alzheimer’s Association – Michigan Chapter and a Director of Traverse Connect. Together, they are active volunteers and supporters of dozens of local organizations, including Big Brothers and Sisters of Northwestern Michigan.
 
Comfort Keepers provides uplifting in-home care that benefits seniors and their families by creating individualized care plans for our clients that consider physical goals and mental wellness. Comfort Keepers’ caregivers can provide nursing care, transportation to medical appointments and community events, provide companionship, and help families stay connected through technology. And they strive to elevate the human spirit through quality, compassionate, joyful care.
 
For more information about Comfort Keepers services, visit comfortkeepersnwmi.com.
 
About Comfort Keepers^®
For 28 years, Comfort Keepers^® has been Elevating the Human Spirit? through its in-home care network for seniors and other adults by empowering them to maintain their independence and realize joy in the everyday moments. Comfort Keepers operates a franchise network with more than 600 locations in the U.S. and Canada, serving hundreds of thousands of clients since 1998. The company’s nationwide network employs thousands of caregivers, also known as Comfort Keepers^®, who deliver joy through interactive caregiving by continually communicating with, involving, and engaging with seniors in everyday tasks and activities. For more information, visit ComfortKeepers.com.