TenderHearted Home Care began as a germ of an idea in the summer of 2010. Through Renee's (TenderHearted owner) work at the hospital, she saw an unfilled need in the community for caring people to help seniors at home. After much research, Renee decided to form an independent home care agency rather than join a franchise.TenderHearted was licensed by the state of North Carolina in May 2011. TenderHearted is a member of the Rowan County Chamber of Commerce and AHI Group, Inc. an organization of 280 independently owned home care agencies.Renee was inspired to name the agency "TenderHearted" based on the bible passage Ephesians 4:32 (ESV), "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted..." and knew that verse was how she wanted the staff of the company to act towards others.