Business Details
44 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Professional Non-Medical Home Care in San Antonio
Griswold Home Care has provided personalized non-medical home care services since 1982, rooted in a commitment to helping families navigate caregiving challenges with compassion and expertise. Our founders vision emerged from firsthand experience supporting individuals to age safely at home, evolving into a national network of locally operated offices that prioritize affordability and quality. With a rigorous 10-step hiring process, we attract and retain skilled caregivers trained to deliver customized care plans that align with clients unique needs and preferences. Our transparent pricing model eliminates hidden fees, ensuring families pay only for essential services with consistent support available 24/7, 365 days a year.Backed by decades of experience and a network of licensed, bonded, and insured professionals, we maintain strict adherence to regulatory standards while offering specialized training for family caregivers and VA benefit coordination. Our reputation as an industry leader is evidenced by thousands of positive client testimonials and recognition in major publications, reflecting our unwavering dedication to client satisfaction and community well-being.
Services
Personal care
Homemaking services
Senior companion care
VA home care benefits
Respite care
24-hour care
Light housekeeping
Meal preparation
Medication reminders
Incidental transportation
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 personalized caregiver support for urgent needs.
- Our 10-step hiring process ensures qualified, vetted caregivers.
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or additional charges.
- Customized care plans tailored to clients' specific requirements.
- Licensed, bonded, and insured services for client peace of mind.
What people say
24/7 availability
Personalized care plans
Compassionate caregivers
Responsive scheduling
Trained professionals
Services
Personal Care
Our caregivers provide bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility assistance, and medication reminders tailored to individual needs. Services enable seniors and disabled individuals to maintain independence while ensuring safety and comfort in their preferred living environment. Trained professionals follow personalized care plans for consistent, reliable support.
Homemaking Services
Includes meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and errand assistance to maintain household functionality. Caregivers support grocery shopping, incidental transportation, and pet care to reduce daily living stressors. Services adapt to clients schedules and specific requirements for enhanced quality of life.
VA Home Care Benefits
Specialized navigation of VA Aid & Attendance and Home Health Aide programs for eligible veterans. We assist with benefit applications and coordinate care services covered by VA programs, reducing financial burdens through no-cost or subsidized home care solutions for qualified applicants.
Respite Care
Temporary caregiver relief allows family caregivers to rest while maintaining quality client care. Services include short-term shifts up to 40 hours weekly with trained professionals handling caregiving responsibilities during caregiver vacations or emergencies.
24-Hour Care
Continuous care options available for clients requiring constant supervision or medical monitoring. Skilled caregivers provide uninterrupted assistance with activities of daily living, nighttime support, and emergency response through rotating shift schedules for comprehensive coverage.
People
Jean Griswold
Founder
Pioneered the world's oldest non-medical home care company in 1982 after identifying critical gaps in elder care services. Her community-focused model expanded nationally while maintaining local office autonomy and affordability standards.
Mhyrical R.
Caregiver
Dedicated caregiver pursuing occupational therapy education while delivering patient-centered care. Specializes in creating personalized care plans that balance client needs with medical preparation for clients and families.
Sonya Liddell
Senior Caregiver
31-year caregiving veteran with 13 years at Griswold, recognized for building strong client relationships and adapting care approaches to individual household requirements through compassionate, individualized support strategies.
Jeanette B.
Lead Caregiver
47-year caregiving professional emphasizing emotional support and companionship, known for creative activities that enhance client well-being and memorializing client life stories through collaborative projects.
Questions
What home care services does Griswold offer?
We provide personal care, homemaking, companion services, respite care, and VA benefit-eligible programs tailored to individual needs with flexible hourly or live-in options.
Do you provide 24-hour care?
Yes, our continuous care options include 24-hour staffing with rotating shifts to ensure uninterrupted support for clients requiring constant supervision or medical monitoring.
How does VA home care benefit coordination work?
We assist veterans with Aid & Attendance and Home Health Aide applications, helping eligible clients access no-cost or subsidized services through VA-approved programs.
Are caregivers licensed and insured?
All caregivers operate under state-licensed offices with bonding and liability insurance. We maintain strict compliance with Texas HHS licensing requirements for personal assistance services.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept ACH transfers, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Long-term care insurance coordination available through our financial services partnership for streamlined claims processing.
How quickly can services start?
Our QuickCare Placement system typically initiates service within 24 hours of contact, with same-day availability possible for urgent non-medical home care requirements.
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Reviews (4)
Mhyrical Richards
Oct 17, 2021
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Ive worked for Griswold for the past 2 years and my experience has been amazing. Ive met so many wonderful patients and the coordinators have been so diligent and helpful through COVID and staff shortages. I would recommend Griswold to any caregivers looking to provide wonderful care and to any clients wanting to receive quality in-home care.
Gilbert Morales
Mar 03, 2021
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I am not the patient, my brother was. I was there for the initial meeting with supervisor and his first session. He absolutely loved it and it made a huge difference in his physical and emotional well-being. My brother is now in a nursing home/rehabilitation facility on a permanent basis and we no longer use Griswold but I highly recommend you to anyone that needs help everyone we came in contact with was very friendly and professional. Thank you for helping my Brother.
William Beach
Dec 04, 2020
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Currently we are using one of the Care Givers from the Griswold Home Care. The Care Giver take my wife one day of the week to her exercise class and then to her art class. She enjoys the care give and looks forward to the morning with her. They have a great relationship. Should I need additional care service, I will contact Griswold again.
Laura Britz
Nov 09, 2020
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We called and set up care for my father. They came one day. The next day I received a call at 7:00 am stating the person scheduled did not have childcare and they would call me back after they found someone else to come stay with my father. that was 10 days ago and they never contacted us again. My father is unable to care for himself. This is unacceptable! They forced us to miss work and stressed my dad out. He has had multiple strokes and we needed a company we could trust. Griswold was recommended by a friend of the manager Lauren. I am in the healthcare field and I am shocked that a service
