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Derek W. Thompson

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When Derek Thompson left behind a high-powered corporate career managing multibillion-dollar operations at Fortune 500 companies, many wondered why. But for Derek, the answer was clear: “I realized I wasn’t really making an impact,” he says. That realization came into sharp focus during the pandemic while watching the struggles families faced firsthand, he thought, “You can change this.” And so he did—by founding Modern Vintage Home Care in 2020 with his family.

 

Based in Sugar Land, Texas, Modern Vintage Home Care isn’t just another name in the crowded field of senior care. It’s a company on a mission to do things differently—bringing affordable, personalized, and forward-thinking care to seniors at every stage of aging. “We’re bridging the gap between affordability and innovation,” says Derek. “We’re not waiting until Mom is 'bad enough' for care. We’re introducing flexible support earlier—helping her stay healthy and independent longer.”

 

Modern Vintage offers a full range of non-medical services—from companionship and grocery assistance, to 24-hour care. Their Quick Care Service provides short one-to-two-hour visits for specific tasks, so families aren’t forced into paying for services they don’t need. A new, ultra-flexible community-based care service is in development to assist with urgent or short-term needs—even if it’s just for 30 minutes.

 

But what truly sets the company apart is its use of smart, accessible technology. Daily automated medication reminders help clients stay on schedule with customized text messages—like, “Mom, it’s David—it’s time to take your blood-pressure pills.” Their wellness check-in system adds another layer of reassurance: a simple daily call where clients press a button to confirm they’re okay. If there’s no response, the system triggers a structured follow-up plan—calling back several times, notifying emergency contacts, and ultimately dispatching a wellness check if needed.

 

Transparency is another hallmark of Modern Vintage’s approach. Through the company’s secure Family Portal, families can access caregiver notes—what was done, when, and how. They can request specific updates, such as what time Mom ate and whether she finished her meal. “It lets families stay involved without hovering,” Derek explains. “And it creates value through accountability.”

 

The company also prides itself on designing custom care plans that are both comprehensive and budget-conscious. Whether it’s companionship, help with errands, meal prep, personal care, or full-time support, services are designed around the individual—not a standard template. “We’re creating our own idea of personalized care,” Derek says. “We meet people where they are and grow with them.”

 

Modern Vintage Home Care isn’t just redefining home care—it’s reshaping what families believe is possible. “We’re changing lives with innovative care for today’s seniors,” Derek says. “And that’s something I’m proud to do every day.”

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Derek W. Thompson
CEO and Founder
Modern Vintage Home Care
Website: https://modernvintagecare.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/modern-vintage-home-care

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ModernVintageCare

Instagram: @modernvintagehomecare