Meet the Founder
Donna Grzegorek, BS, RDH, PHDH, FADHA
Certified Caregiver / Certified Dementia Practitioner
Donna is a practicing dental hygienist of 46 years. Throughout her career, she has held a deep passion for geriatric patients, particularly those navigating the challenges of physical dexterity or memory loss.
Having personally cared for family members with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and dementia, Donna knows how difficult daily hygiene tasks can become. When memory or mobility fades, a simple toothbrush can cause fear and resistance. She founded Tender Touch Oral Healthcare because she believes our loved ones deserve to be free from mouth pain and deserve a level of meticulous care that preserves both their dignity and their health. Donna carries a profound commitment to elevating full-body wellness through meticulous oral healthcare.
Donna founded Tender Touch Oral Healthcare to protect a vulnerable community of people who are literally “dying from dirty teeth”. (A phrase insightfully coined by Donna’s colleague and friend, Angie Stone BS, RDH, CDP). Uncontrolled oral bacteria can lead to aspiration pneumonia which is a leading cause of death in elders. This uncontrolled bacterium also increases the risk of developing diabetes, stroke, heart attack, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, dementia and a host of other ailments that can result in preventable discomfort and serious medical complications.
Industry Recognitions:
Donna’s long-standing leadership, clinical excellence, and deep dedication to community well-being, have been celebrated with numerous prestigious industry awards.
a. Discus Dental:
Hygienist of the Year
b. American Dental Hygienist’s Association:
Hygienist Hero
c. Sunstar America:
Dental Hygiene Award of Distinction
d. Oral Cancer Foundation:
Award of Excellence in Public Service
e. William Rainey Harper College:
Distinguished Alumna
Rooted in a deep commitment to public safety, Donna ensures the highest standards of emergency preparedness and clinical safety for every resident she serves. She maintains advanced clinical credentials through the American Heart Association, including full certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers and comprehensive CPR and AED deployment. This specialized training guarantees advanced emergency readiness at every community visit, providing ultimate peace of mind to nursing teams and families alike.