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Griswold Home Care for Central Contra Costa Change Location
Stay home where you belong, with compassionate care by Griswold.
Griswold Home Care for
Central Contra Costa

Why Griswold?

Griswold is an award-winning pioneer in the home care industry, with over four decades of experience and a storied legacy of compassion and integrity. We believe Care Professionals are the foundation of our success, and people deserve to live where they love as they age. Our commitment to innovation is based on our desire to improve the lives of everyone we touch, right here in our own community.

At Griswold, Care is Personal

Our work is about people, and we support the unique needs of clients with respect, empathy, and dedicated attention. We focus on personal care, homemaking, companionship, respite care, and support for those with chronic conditions, illnesses, or injuries.

Personal Care

Gentle, hands-on support for essential tasks like bathing, grooming, dressing, and more.

Companionship

A friend to engage with for activities, hobbies, errands, conversation, outings, and more.

Homemaking

Helpful hands for light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, meal prep, and more.

Meet Your Team
Ted McKinney
Owner
Trisha Axelrode
Owner
    Ted McKinney
    Owner
    Trisha Axelrode
    Owner

      We're Here for You

      At Griswold Home Care for Contra Costa County, we offer more than just in-home support—we provide the peace of mind that comes from knowing your loved ones are cared for with compassion, respect, and unwavering dedication. With over four decades of experience and a proud legacy of integrity, we help individuals live comfortably and confidently in the place they love most—their home. We understand that peace of mind begins with trust. That’s why our Care Professionals go beyond providing personal care, homemaking, and companionship—they build meaningful connections, offering tailored support with empathy and attention to every detail. Whether your loved one is recovering from an illness, managing a condition, or simply needs a helping hand, our mission is to ensure they feel valued, safe, and supported every step of the way. Griswold is an award-winning pioneer in the non-medical home care industry because we put people first—our clients, their families, and the incredible Care Professionals who are the foundation of all we do. By blending innovative solutions with a deeply personal touch, we give families in Contra Costa County the confidence to let go of worry and embrace what truly matters: cherished moments together. At Griswold, we don’t just care for people—we care about them. Let us help you and your loved ones Live Assured, knowing you’re in compassionate and capable hands.

      Our Office Location
      Serviced Cities

      Alamo, Blackhawk, Contra Costa Centre, Danville, Diablo, Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Tassajara, Walnut Creek

      Hear for Yourself
      A man with short gray hair and a beard speaks in an indoor setting. The text on the image reads "Dave Tarone, Family Member of a Client at Griswold In-Home Care Services.
      “We knew they were going to be taken care of when the family wasn’t around.”
      Dave Tarone, Son of Client
      A woman with curly gray hair and glasses sits on a couch, speaking. The lower third of the image reads, "Jane Bulman, Family Member of Griswold Client." She discusses the benefits of local home care services.
      “This was a match that was meant to be.”
      Jane Bulman, Daughter of Client
      A man in a fleece vest looks at the camera. A nameplate at the bottom reads "Matt Clark, Founder and Trustee, Amy's Yard Sale." There are framed pictures on the wall behind him, hinting at his experience in providing elderly care assistance.
      “You have a professional office staff that responds quickly to any request that you have.”
      Matt Clark, Husband of Client
      A person with glasses and shoulder-length hair sits in an office chair against a blue wall. A name graphic reads: "Cathy Riehle, Family Member of a Griswold Client.
      "Because we had such wonderful Caregivers... we were able to spend time with our parents."
      Cathy Riehle, Family Member of Client

      Supporting Caregivers Everywhere

      The Jean Griswold Foundation provides scholarships for Care Professionals who wish to further their education in care-related fields. Our communities need Caregivers, and we're committed to supporting their dreams.

      A smiling woman wearing medical scrubs and carrying a backpack and clipboard stands in a hallway, representing personal care services, with two other people in scrubs visible in the background.