About us

Our Story: Built on Personal Understanding

When it comes to caring for a loved one, we understand the uncertainty, the anxiety, and the overwhelming nature of the journey.

A Place At Home of Schaumburg was born not just as a business, but as a direct answer to the personal needs of our founders who navigated these exact challenges.

We know firsthand that excellent care is more than a service—it’s a deep commitment to treating families like our own.

Awards & Accolades

Recognized for Excellence in Senior Care

At A Place At Home – Schaumburg, our mission is driven by heart, expertise, and a relentless commitment to improving the lives of seniors and their families.

Our efforts have been recognized with some of the most trusted awards in the senior care industry—a testament to our high standards, caregiver empowerment, and compassionate care.

Our Most Notable Achievements:
  • Better Business Bureau of Chicago & Northern Illinois – Accredited Winner
    Honored for ethical business practices, transparency, and client-first service across Chicagoland.
  • Franchise Business Award
    A proud achievement within the A Place At Home franchise network, recognizing our Schaumburg location’s leadership, innovation, and dedication to quality outcomes.
  • Women Entrepreneur Awards
    Presented to Neelima Gaikwad, our Founder, for her outstanding leadership in launching and growing a purpose-driven home care agency. Her vision ensures that each client receives care with dignity, empathy, and clinical insight.
  • Best of Home Care® – Provider of Choice
    Based on verified client feedback, this award reflects our consistency, compassion, and personalized care delivery—right in the comfort of home.
  • Best of Home Care® – Employer of Choice
    Driven by our caregiver-first culture, this award highlights our commitment to training, support, and appreciation for the dedicated professionals who make care possible.


Why These Awards Matter

These honors are more than trophies on a shelf—they represent real trust from real families, and a team that goes above and beyond every day. Whether you're a spouse worried about your partner’s dementia, a daughter managing care from afar, or a hospital discharge planner looking for reliable post-acute support — our track record shows we’re the local team that shows up.

With Neelima Gaikwad’s leadership and Casey Grabowski’s hands-on client guidance, A Place At Home – Schaumburg is proud to be setting the gold standard for home care across the northwest suburbs.



Accreditations & Partnerships




In Their Own Words




Expert team member

Meet the compassionate hearts behind our care

Neelima Gaikwad

Owner & President

Casey Grabowski

Director of Client Services

Our approach

Rooted in Compassion. Built for Modern Realities

Compassionate

We serve with sensitivity and understanding—especially when life feels overwhelming.

Accountable

We stand behind everything we do—with transparency and results that matter.

1,000+

Successfully completed over 1,000 care cases with compassion results.

Respectful

We honor every person’s story, routines, identity, and independence.

Ethical

We uphold the highest standards of clinical ethics, privacy, and caregiver conduct.


CARE for Today. Support for Tomorrow.

In today’s world, aging well involves more than just physical health—it’s about:

  • Cognitive support for tech confusion or memory loss
  • Financial clarity during care planning
  • Nutritional balance amid rising dietary-related diseases
  • Peace of mind for families managing jobs, kids, and caregiving

That’s why our philosophy isn’t static. “We Are CARE” evolves with the world — because our clients and their families deserve a care partner who understands the challenges of today while preparing for the needs of tomorrow. We’re not just here for your loved one—we’re here for your entire caregiving journey.