Griswold is More Than Home Care
It’s Peace of Mind
At Griswold Home Care for West Houston, 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
Brandon Harrison
Co-Owner/Co-Director
Brandon is the co-founder and co-owner of Griswold Home Care for West Houston, a compassionate home care agency dedicated to providing exceptional care for individuals with disabilities, chronic conditions, and aging-related challenges. His journey into the world of home care began from a deeply personal experience—caring for his beloved grandmother, who suffered from dementia.
Growing up, Brandon was extremely close to his grandmother, and their bond was unbreakable. However, when dementia began to take hold, he witnessed firsthand the emotional, physical, and mental toll it took not only on his grandmother but on their entire family. The complexity of managing his grandmother’s care while maintaining a sense of dignity and quality of life deeply impacted Brandon, and he became determined to make a difference in the lives of others facing similar challenges.
As one of the primary caregivers for his grandmother, Brandon navigated the difficulties of dementia care—ensuring safety, managing behavioral changes, and providing emotional support. During this time, he recognized a lack of resources available to families in need of personalized, in-home care services. This realization sparked his decision to open Griswold Home Care for West Houston, with the mission to provide high-quality, compassionate home care for families going through similar struggles.
Viking Dietrich
Co-Owner/Co-Director
After graduating from the University of Mississippi in 1989 with a BBA in Petroleum Land Management, Viking spent over 30 years in the energy industry. From working as a landman in exploration and production to marketing and trading energy commodities, he built a successful career—but eventually, he was ready for a change. Viking wanted to do something more fulfilling, something that truly made a difference in people’s lives.
He knew two things for sure: he wanted to help people who might not be able to help themselves, and he wanted to create a great place to work. After exploring different industries with his business partner, Brandon Harrison, they decided that home care was the perfect fit. When they came across Griswold, they knew right away that its culture and values aligned with the kind of agency they wanted to build—one rooted in care, compassion, and respect.
Today, Viking is dedicated to providing high-quality home care while also making sure his team feels valued and supported. For him, this isn’t just a business, it’s a chance to truly make a difference, both for the clients they serve and the caregivers who make it all possible.
Yuri Penaloza
Caregiver Coordinator
With over 10 years of hands-on experience in senior care, Yuri has made an incredible journey from compassionate caregiver to dedicated and efficient administrator at Griswold Home Care for West Houston. As a caregiver, Yuri developed a deep understanding of client needs and the importance of empathy, patience, and personal connection in home care. This experience has shaped her commitment to providing the highest quality of care and support.
Through a combination of strong leadership skills, continuous professional development, and a passion for enhancing the lives of others, Yuri was promoted to the role of Caregiver Coordinator at Griswold Home Care for West Houston. In this position, Yuri oversees the day-to-day operations of the company, ensuring that both staff and patients receive the attention, care, and respect they deserve. With a deep understanding of senior's needs, staffing, and resource management, Yuri strives to improve operational efficiency while maintaining a client-first philosophy. Yuri’s leadership is characterized by a strong work ethic, a collaborative approach, and a heartfelt desire to make a difference in the lives of those under her care.
Yuri’s journey reflects a tireless dedication to the field of caregiving, and as an administrator, she works tirelessly to foster a positive and supportive environment for both staff and residents. Outside of the workplace, Yuri is committed to her children and loves spending her time with them.
Patrick Cruz
Community Liaison
Patrick J. Cruz II joined Griswold Home Care of West Houston in August 2025 as the Community Liaison. Prior to joining Griswold, Patrick built a diverse career spanning both the automotive and home care industries. He began his professional journey as a Sales Consultant in the automotive sector before transitioning to the home care industry, where he served as Assistant Director for a prominent local agency. In that role, he was responsible for overseeing sales, marketing, and community engagement initiatives.
With a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business and Finance, Patrick brings a strong foundation in management, finance, and sales to his role at Griswold Home Care. His extensive experience in customer relations and business development positions him to make a meaningful impact within the West Houston and Katy care community. Patrick is proud to represent Griswold Home Care and is dedicated to supporting local families with compassion and professionalism.
In his spare time, Patrick enjoys watching the Houston Texans with his family and cheering for Chelsea Football Club in the Premier League.
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 West Houston and Katy neighborhoods, so you’ll see us around town at events, participating in associations and meetings, and supporting local organizations inside and outside the in-home 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.
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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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