Griswold is More Than Home Care

Christopher “Hope” Hopes

Regional Director / Owner

Call me Hope. I am privileged to be the Director of Griswold Home Care for Howard County, Maryland. I live in Howard County with my wife and our growing daughter. We love this community.

Growing up as a Social Worker's son, service to others has been my lifelong foundation. I was honored to earn a commission in the US Army, retiring after 27 years of honorable service. While I achieved more than I ever imagined possible and served alongside exceptional teammates, my military career ended due to numerous combat service-related disabilities.

After my military service, I was eager to follow my passion for positively impacting others' lives. I joined Griswold Home Care after recognizing them as an industry leader in providing supportive in-home care for older adults and people with living with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Through this work, I help make life more dignified for those struggling with daily activities that many of us may take  for granted. Alleviating the suffering of others is what makes my job both personally and professionally fulfilling.

I remain personally involved in each Family's care to ensure we meet the highest standards. Our focus is entirely on better outcomes for your family and strengthening our community. We have an exceptional team of Professional Caregivers and Care Coordinators ready to help your family navigate challenging times. We are a proud Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business.

Vicki Marenka

Assistant Director

I am Vicki Marenka, and I had an amazing opportunity to join Griswold Home Care in Howard County as the Assistant Director. Prior to coming to Griswold Home Care, I was in Case Management and Direct Supports for 22 years where I managed, staffed and supported individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) to live their best person-centered life.

Not only do I have an extensive background in the field of IDD, but my family also opened our home to be a Shared Living Provider, providing a family-like environment to the first individual I started working with 22 years ago. My family and I felt this was an honorable thing to do considering he has been a part of our family for so long and we wanted to continue providing him with the best opportunities as he aged into retirement.

Griswold Home Care has given me the pleasure of continuing my passion for helping others live their best life in the place that makes them feel safe and loved.

Sabrina Kidd

Registered Nurse

Jeron Ford

Recruiting & Retention Manager

Sophie Balanchine

Business Development / Family Care Manager (Howard County)

Hi, I’m Sophie—a proud mom of two teens, a connector at heart, and someone who’s passionate about helping people find exactly what they need.

My journey began in Tbilisi, Georgia, where I worked with the United Nations Development Program designing public services for people with disabilities and vulnerable communities. From creating emergency services for the deaf community to bringing mobile government services to remote villages, I learned early on that the best solutions start with truly listening to people.

After moving to Maryland, I dove into marketing and community building, helping small businesses cut through the noise and connect authentically with the people they serve. Along the way, I also founded two companies of my own—experiences that taught me how to grow something meaningful from the ground up while keeping people at the center of every decision.

What brought me to Griswold Home Care was simple: the people. Watching the team work with families and caregivers, I saw genuine compassion in action—the kind that goes beyond matching the right caregiver and extends to walking with families through their entire journey.

In my role here, I get to do what I love most: build relationships, listen deeply, and make sure every family feels cared for, heard, and supported. From that first call to ongoing check-ins, I’m here to ensure the care experience feels personal, seamless, and true to what we promise.

For me, this isn’t just a job—it’s meaningful work. Every family who reaches out is trusting us with something precious: their loved one’s comfort, dignity, and peace of mind. That trust is what inspires me to show up every single day.

Jennifer Ensor

Family Care Manager (Carroll & Howard Counties)

Hi there! I'm Jenn.

Being a Mother to four amazing children has taught me what really matters in life—family. It's the reason I wake up every morning, and honestly, it's what brought me to Griswold in the first place.

Here's what I know from my own life: when someone you love needs care, you want to know they're in good hands. You want to feel heard, understood, and supported. That's not just business to me—it's personal.

I've spent years in health and human services, working alongside families during some of their most challenging moments. I've celebrated their victories and sat with them through the tough decisions. Every family has taught me something precious about resilience, love, and what it means to truly care.

Now, I get to bring all of that experience to you and your family. I understand that the person needing care isn't just a client; they're someone's parent, grandparent, spouse, or dear friend. They're someone who matters deeply. I chose to be a part of the team at Griswold because they “get it”.