Durham & Chapel Hill is More Than Home Care
It’s Peace of Mind

At Griswold Home Care for Durham & Chapel Hill, we offer compassionate in-home care for those who want support to live where they love. With over four decades of experience and a storied legacy of compassion and integrity, we focus on the people we meet and the connections we make right here in our own community. It is our privilege to support your unique needs with respect, empathy, and dedicated attention so you can Live Assured, without the weight of worry.
Griswold is an award-winning pioneer in the non-medical home care industry. We believe Care Professionals are the foundation of our success, and our commitment to innovation is based on our desire to improve the lives of everyone we touch as we serve this community. We focus on personal care, homemaking, companionship, and support for those with conditions, illnesses, or injuries.
Meet Your Team




Bhakti Patel
Owner & Director
Hello, I’m Bhakti Patel, and I’m privileged to be the owner and director of Griswold Home Care in Chapel Hill and Durham. Originally from Philadelphia, PA, I moved to North Carolina in 2005, where I met my husband, Mitul. We now live in the RTP area with our two children.
With over 15 years of experience in the pharmacy field, focusing on transplant, cystic fibrosis, and oncology patients, my passion for helping others has always driven me. I wanted to expand this passion and make a broader impact on our community.
My introduction to home care through Griswold Home Care was a pivotal moment. I quickly realized this was the perfect opportunity to continue my mission of serving others. My dedicated team of nurses, caregivers, and office staff share this commitment, and together, we strive to support and enrich the lives of families and individuals in our community.




Nimesh Patel
Owner
Nimesh Patel is a seasoned healthcare IT executive, entrepreneur, and business strategist with over 25 years of experience in technology-driven healthcare solutions, digital transformation, and operational excellence. Having held leadership roles at UnitedHealth Group, Optum, and Duke University Medical Center, he has successfully led large-scale IT initiatives, product development, and data-driven decision-making to enhance patient outcomes and business efficiency.
With a deep-rooted passion for healthcare and a strong commitment to community engagement, Nimesh transitioned into the senior care industry to make a more direct and meaningful impact on people's lives. His extensive background in healthcare technology and operations provided him with unique insights into the challenges faced by seniors and their families, inspiring him to bring compassionate, high-quality non-medical care to the community. As the owner of a Griswold Home Care for Durham and Chapel hill, he is dedicated to ensuring that seniors receive the best possible support, allowing them to age with dignity and independence.
Beyond his corporate career, Nimesh is a dynamic entrepreneur, successfully managing multiple UPS Store franchises alongside his senior care business. His ability to bridge technology and business operations has allowed him to create scalable, customer-focused solutions across industries. Holding an MBA, PMP certification, and extensive expertise in Agile methodologies, he combines technical acumen with strategic vision to drive innovation and sustainable growth.
Nimesh moved to the Chapel Hill and RTP area 24 years ago, where he built both his career and family. Married for over 25 years, he is a proud father to a 21-year-old daughter attending UNC-Chapel Hill. Passionate about community involvement, he actively mentors young professionals, supports local businesses, and engages in initiatives that improve healthcare accessibility and efficiency. His commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and impactful leadership continues to shape his ventures in both healthcare and business.
In Your Community
We’re in This Together
Our team is dedicated to improving the well-being of our community through serving those who need assistance to live where they love. We are active in the neighborhood, so you’ll see us around town at events, participating in associations and meetings, and supporting local organizations inside and outside the care industry. We firmly believe in our ability to create a happier and healthier place to live through the connections we make with the people in our community.


Jean’s Story
In 1982, Dr. Jean Griswold founded our company at her dining room table in a small suburb of Philadelphia. She found out that an elderly woman in her community had died of complications because she had no support system for care. Jean felt this was an easily preventable tragedy and was driven to find a solution by pairing Caregivers with those who could not thrive in their homes alone. She was a true visionary, establishing one of the first and most successful non-medical home care organizations in the country, despite being wheelchair-bound due to Multiple Sclerosis. Over 40 years later, her legacy lives on nationwide.
Scholarship
Where would we be without Caregivers? Their selflessness is astounding, yet they are often overlooked and underappreciated. The Jean Griswold Foundation is dedicated to supporting Caregivers, the backbone of the care industry. We provide educational scholarships so Care Professionals can further their training, enhance their skills, elevate their careers, and better assist the people they serve.
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