- California:
- 760.470.8200
- brad@easeinthehome.com
- Illinois:
- 773.551.7164
- chris@easeinthehome.com
Care at home can start with a few hours and grow as needs change. Ease in the Home provides non-medical support; contact us to check availability for your Temecula address.
Non-Medical Home Care in California
Caregivers & Certified Nursing Assistants
Brad Grubaugh, CDP
Chris Breneman, CDP #252621
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Sometimes the signs are small: unopened mail, a quiet kitchen, laundry piling up or a parent who no longer wants to leave the house. Many families begin by asking what kind of help would be realistic.
Our first step is a conversation. We ask what feels hardest, what the client still enjoys doing and how an ordinary day usually unfolds. From there, we shape a plan that protects dignity, choice and independence.
In Temecula, families can ask about morning help, afternoon company or support that gives a spouse or adult child a break. The schedule is shaped around the client’s daily needs.
Hands-on help with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and approved mobility tasks. Caregivers offer steady support and let clients handle the steps they can still do comfortably on their own.
Good company can brighten a long day. Caregivers can talk, play cards, look through photos, listen to music or share a favorite hobby together at home.
Caregivers can plan and prepare meals, tidy the kitchen, do light housekeeping and fold laundry. The care plan may include medication reminders and help with calls or video chats with family.
Caregivers can help with grocery trips, appointments and approved outings. Transportation arrangements and the level of help are agreed on before tasks are added.
Respite care gives family caregivers time to rest, run errands or work. After a hospital stay, non-medical support can cover meals, personal routines and household tasks as the client settles in.
Needs differ, so schedules do too. Options may include short visits, overnight support, 24-hour care or live-in care. Round-the-clock and live-in care use different staffing and rest arrangements. Availability depends on the client's needs, timing and current caregiver capacity.
Changes at home often arrive quietly. A parent may stop cooking, avoid the stairs or seem less interested in seeing friends. Because caregivers spend time with clients, they may notice these shifts early and pass along what they see during visits. Families receive updates through the agreed communication plan, which helps them decide when to speak with the client’s doctor or another healthcare provider.
We note when meals are skipped, groceries go unused or preparing food seems much harder than before.
We notice when walking, getting dressed or moving around home takes more effort or help than usual.
We pay attention to shifts in conversation, routines and favorite activities.
Memory loss can change how a family spends every day. Our non-medical support includes companionship, personal care, gentle reminders and help with the routines that keep each day familiar.
We ask about favorite foods, music, work history and how the person likes to communicate. Those details guide the plan and help us find a suitable caregiver.
Brad Grubaugh, Chris Breneman and Diane Robertson are all Certified Dementia Practitioners. Their training and personal experience help guide care planning and caregiver matching.
Families can speak with Brad Grubaugh and the California team about care needs, questions and changes to the plan.
We consider tasks, skills, schedule and personality when choosing someone to join the client's care team.
Daily routines, personal preferences and individual goals shape the plan, so that home still feels familiar and comfortable.
Caregivers share what they notice so families can stay informed and follow up when needed.
Help with daily living, not treatment.
1. Share What Is Changing
Call our California team. Tell us what has become difficult lately, who needs support and when you hope help can begin.
2. Build the Care Plan
We learn about the client’s routines, discuss an in-home consultation and outline tasks, hours and cost. With the client’s permission, family members can join the conversation.
3. Meet Your Caregiver
We look at skills, experience, personality and availability when matching a caregiver. Once care starts, we stay involved and can adjust the plan as needs change.
Founder & Certified Dementia Practitioner | Barrington, IL
Chris Breneman is the founder of Ease in the Home and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. He started the company in 2017 to honor his late mother, Dorian, and help families find thoughtful daily care in their own homes. Chris earned his BA from Loyola Marymount University and brings over 25 years of experience in management, marketing and business development. His family’s experience with Alzheimer’s shapes his personal approach to care. He is married and is raising twins in Barrington, Illinois.
Owner & Certified Dementia Practitioner | San Diego, CA
Brad Grubaugh is the owner of Ease in the Home and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. He joined the company in 2020 to bring its services to California. Brad earned his BA from California State University San Marcos and has 25 years of experience in management, marketing and business development. Inspired by his father’s service as Captain of the Vista Fire Department, he enjoys helping his community and coaching youth sports. Brad is married with two children and is based in the San Diego area.
HR Manager & Certified Dementia Practitioner
Diane Robertson is the HR Manager at Ease in the Home and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. Her own family care experiences inspired her work in home care. She recruits and onboards caregivers, helping match their skills with each client’s needs. Diane values strong relationships with clients and staff and works to create a supportive workplace. Outside work, she enjoys yoga, swimming, time outdoors and travel. She has a husband and three children and enjoys visiting her home country, Scotland.
Contact our team to check support for your address. Share your loved one's location, care needs and preferred schedule so we can explain what is available.
Hourly care is available. Tell us which daily tasks need attention first, and we will discuss scheduling, visit lengths and any requirements for your plan.
Yes. We offer non-medical help with daily routines, personal care and companionship for people living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia.
No. Caregivers and CNAs provide non-medical support within the agreed care plan. Medical treatment and skilled nursing stay with the client's licensed healthcare providers.
Timing depends on the client's specific needs, requested hours and caregiver availability. Share when you hope to begin, and we will explain the available options.
Reach out to our care team. We can review the tasks, schedule and caregiver match, then discuss adjustments based on needs and available staff.
Reaching out does not require a finished plan or every answer. Tell us what is happening, and we will listen, answer your questions and help you decide what to do next.
Ease in the Home provides compassionate, personalized in-home care to help seniors and adults live safely, comfortably, and independently.
Barrington, IL: Chris Breneman / 773.551.7164
San Diego, CA: Brad Grubaugh / 760.470.8200
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