Mission Statement

Home by Choice is dedicated to being the non-medical home care provider of choice in the communities we serve. We will provide quality care in a cost-effective manner through highly skilled and compassionate caregivers that are committed to providing assistance while encouraging independence, preserving dignity, and protecting the privacy of our clients. Home by Choice will provide its employees opportunity for personal and professional growth within a work environment consistent with our core values.

Who We Are

Home by Choice is locally owned and operated by John Markham and Sally Dahlem. Together, they have over 50 years of experience in home healthcare, assisted living, long-term care, and the medical equipment industry. Every member of our team is dedicated to serving the needs of the greater Gainesville, FL senior community. Contact us today to learn more.

Combined Experience & Expertise

• Florida Home Health Agency Administrator and Alternate Administrator
• Florida Licensed Assisted Living Administrator and Executive Director
• Skilled Nursing Facility Admissions Director/Case Manager
• Assisted Living Admissions Director
• RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Board of Directors
• North Central FL Alzheimer's Assoc. Board of Directors/Leadership Council
• Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk Chairman
• S.P.I.C.E. (Special Projects Interagency Council for the Elderly) President
• Durable Medical Equipment Specialist
• Eldercare of Alachua County, Board Chairman, and Board Members