About Us
Touching Hearts at Home – Our Promise
For over 14 years, Touching Hearts at Home has been more than just a care provider; we’ve been a family.
As a family-owned and operated agency, we embrace our clients and CareTeam as integral members of our extended family. We’re dedicated to nurturing relationships built on trust, compassion, and exceptional care. Our commitment to you is not just professional; it’s deeply personal.
Every individual we serve and every team member who joins us becomes part of a legacy of care that goes beyond the ordinary, creating a true sense of belonging and support.
Our Commitment to You:
At Touching Hearts at Home, our pledge is simple: to be there for you and your loved one, providing care that is not only professional but also profoundly personal.
We approach each day with a commitment to excellence, integrity, and compassion, ensuring that everyone under our care feels well cared for, valued, heard and understood.
- Family First Approach: We treat our clients and staff with the same love, respect, and dedication as we do our own family. This deep connection drives us to go above and beyond in every aspect of our care. As a family-owned and operated agency, our clients and CareTeam are not just participants in our services—they become cherished members of our Touching Hearts at Home family.
- We Are Always Accessible: Life doesn’t operate on a schedule, and neither do we. Our leadership team is available 24/7, ready to respond to your needs whenever they arise. Whether it’s an emergency or a simple concern, we’re here for you at any hour, any day.
- Excellence in Care: Our CareTeam consists of highly qualified professionals. We only hire Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA’s) and Home Health Aides (HHA’s), each with a minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience and vetted beyond the State of Florida’s requirements. Our CareTeam doesn’t just meet expectations— we exceed them, bringing passion and joy to our work, which is evident in the exceptional care we provide.
- Properly Trained & Professional: We thrive with medically complex clients and situations. We understand that certain situations can be quite challenging and unique, which is why our experienced CareTeam is trained to handle even the most complex and delicate circumstances with grace and professionalism, ensuring that you and your loved ones feel supported at every turn.
- Fully Licensed, Insured and Bonded:Our agency is fully licensed, insured, and bonded, reflecting our commitment to providing the most legitimate, high-quality care in the State of Florida. We hire, train, and manage our own employees, ensuring consistency and trust in our services. We are NOT a registry and we do NOT work with independent contractors.
- Reliability You Can Count On: When we make a commitment, we stand by it and will be there when we say we will. From our leadership team to our CareTeam, every member of our agency is dedicated to being there for you, no matter what. We will never make promises we can’t keep —we fulfill them.
- Guidance Through Every Step:Navigating care for a declining and/or aging loved one can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our team is here to guide you through each step, relieving your stress and providing the support and resources you need to make the best and most informed decisions.
- Empathy and Compassion at Our Core: We’ve walked in your shoes, and we understand the emotions that come with seeking care for yourself or a loved one. Our team is patient, kind, and equipped to handle any situation, no matter how uncertain you may feel.
- Personalized Care for Every Need: We know that no two clients are alike, and all are uniquely different. Our personalized care plans truly reflect your unique needs allowing us to handpick your CareTeam to match your needs, ensuring that your care is as tailored and detailed as possible from day one.
- Always Here for You: With a heart for service, we are here for you 24/7, 365 days a year. We operate with benevolence and a deep sense of responsibility, always ready to support you in any way we can.
- Integrity in Every Action: We hold ourselves to the highest standards, ensuring that every decision and action is guided by what is right. While no agency is perfect, we take immediate steps to address any concerns, ensuring your peace of mind and satisfaction.
- A Legacy of Quality: For over 14 years, we’ve been committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality in everything we do. We don’t aim to be the biggest agency, just the best—continuously striving to improve and better ourselves every day.
Owners Ruben & Rose Ramos
Owner Ruben Ramos is active in the following Gainesville community boards and organizations:
- 2015 Chairman for Alachua County Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Annual Fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Association
- Board Member at Campus USA Credit Union
- Board Member Alachua County ValueAdjustment Board
- Board Member and Treasurer The Friends of Paynes Prairie Non-profit Org
- Past President & Board member of the University City Kiwanis Club
- Leadership Gainesville Program Class 31
Our caregiver team at Touching Hearts at Home Gainesville also sponsor the following community organizations and events:
- Alachua County ElderCare & Al’z Place, Ride to Remember Event
- The Eastside High School Booster Club
- Alachua County School Board, Teacher Recognition Program
- Wounded Warrior Project
We are a licensed Home Health Agency and can provide Personal Care services in the following counties: Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Gilchrist, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Sumter, Union. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, Respite Care, Senior Home Care serving greater Gainesville, FL.
We Specialize in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
Touching Hearts at Home specializes in providing exceptional care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Beyond meeting the State of Florida’s stringent requirements for Alzheimer’s training, our caregivers are distinguished by their ALZ STARS certification from the Alzheimer’s Association. This advanced training program equips our team with specialized skills and knowledge to deliver compassionate, tailored support to clients with memory care needs. Our commitment to excellence ensures that every caregiver is prepared to handle the unique challenges associated with Alzheimer’s and Dementia, offering peace of mind to families and enhancing the quality of life for those we serve. In addition, our team receives various on-going training and educational sessions with dementia experts such as Teepa Snow, and other recognized dementia trainers and nurses.
We Specialize in Parkinson’s Care
At Touching Hearts at Home, we take pride in our specialized care for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Our commitment goes beyond basic care standards, as all our caregivers undergo specialized training through the Parkinson’s Foundation CarePartner Training Program. This comprehensive program equips our team with additional in-depth knowledge and practical skills to address the unique challenges faced by those living with Parkinson’s. By integrating advanced techniques and compassionate support, we ensure our clients receive the highest quality of care, promoting their well-being and enhancing their daily lives.
Courses within the Parkinson’s Foundation Care Partner Program feature clinical experts such as movement disorders neurologists, social workers, psychologists, counselors, rehabilitation therapists and more. Additionally, these courses feature experts in the lived experience of Parkinson’s – Parkinson’s disease care partners.