Griswold is More Than Home Care

Toni Adams

Payroll Coordinator

Toni Adams came to Griswold in early fall 2019 with over 14 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant and Care Coordinator. No stranger to the Health Care Industry, she comes from a long line Medical/Health Care Professionals. After attending the Art Institute of Houston majoring in Culinary Arts her mother Demetra was diagnosed with Cancer igniting her passion for community outreach and helping those in their time of need. Toni is a Beaumont native moving to Houston in 2001. She enjoys baking and spending time with her children Kaiden- 5years old and Logan 2 years told.

James Kuzilla

Owner

I was as close to my grandparents as I could be. I probably spent more time at their house than my own. When I went away to college in another state, it marked the first time I'd gone more than a couple of days without seeing them. After returning home for a visit, I noticed that their house wasn’t as clean as usual. They seemed tired, and things were generally off, but they insisted they were ok. I returned to college. On my next return trip, 6 months later, I returned to find the house in disarray. Both of them had problems remembering where I went to school and they appeared not to be regularly showering. This was so upsetting to me that I transferred universities to live right next door to them. I then, unknowingly at the time, became their full-time caregiver. 27 years ago, we didn’t know agencies existed that helped with this type of thing, so I spent my days going to school and my afternoons and nights taking care of them. It was an honor to help them, but I also felt firsthand the toll it can take caring for a loved one, or in this case, 2 loved ones. I've always had an affinity for the older generations, and my wife and I feel blessed to continue our mission to help them in any way we can.

I'm thrilled to be back in a position to serve my community by assisting families and their loved ones as we all navigate the aging process!

Teresa Marraudino

Hiring Manager

I’m Teresa Marraudino, the Hiring Manager at Griswold Home Care.

I am an experienced Patient Care Technician with over 15 years in the healthcare industry, with a strong focus on providing compassionate and effective care to elderly patients. My background includes expertise in health promotion, creating safe environments for healing, and supporting mental health. I am adept at assisting patients with personal hygiene, mobility, and nutrition while maintaining precise records and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams.

In addition to my clinical role, I have substantial experience in recruitment as a Hiring Manager. My responsibilities included managing the end-to-end hiring process, from crafting job descriptions to sourcing candidates and conducting thorough interviews to ensure both technical expertise and cultural alignment. I have led orientations for new hires, helping them integrate smoothly into our team through comprehensive introductions to organizational policies, procedures, and dynamics. My record-keeping diligence ensures compliance with legal standards, enhancing HR efficiency.

During my five years in my previous role, where I started as a caregiver in 2017, I was honored to be named National Caregiver of the Year in 2020. The President and Majority Owner described me as "the very best caregiver in the eight-year history of our company." I earned high praise for my dedication, dependability, and ability to connect deeply with clients and their families, often building meaningful relationships. My commitment to exceptional care and client satisfaction consistently motivated me to go above and beyond.

My outstanding caregiving performance led to a promotion to Hiring Coordinator, a role in which I have excelled due to strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. I am highly organized, diligent, and proactive, often identifying ways to enhance the company's impact. I am valued for my adaptability, team spirit, and positive attitude, even in challenging situations. I have been described as an "outstanding employee and a managerial pleasure," with a reputation as an asset to any organization I join.

My combination of clinical expertise, compassionate care, administrative strength, and proven track record make me a standout professional in the healthcare field. I am highly recommended by my employers and peers as an invaluable team member.