FirstLight Home Care of San Clemente San Juan Capistrano

At FirstLight HomeCare of San Clemente, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality in-home care that supports families and empowers seniors to live comfortably and independently. As a husband-and-wife team, we understand firsthand the importance of reliable, trustworthy caregivers and personalized family-centered care.

Sean Ruitenberg grew up in Spain and is fluent in Spanish, giving him a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and the importance of community. He has a background in sales leadership and founded a non-profit for autism, demonstrating his commitment to service and advocacy. Stephanie Ruitenberg is a native Californian, born and raised in Los Angeles, with a professional background in interior design and a passion for creating environments that promote well-being.

Our journey into the home care industry was deeply personal. We both played primary roles as family caregivers, supporting loved ones through dementia and serious illness. Sean cared for his father during his battle with brain cancer, and Stephanie was the primary caregiver for her grandmother as she faced dementia. These experiences shaped our mission to bring peace of mind to families navigating similar challenges.

With a strong focus on personal care assistance, dementia care, respite care, and mobility support, our team provides companion services that prioritize dignity, comfort, and connection. Whether families need short-term relief or long-term 24/7 home care, we are here to help with compassion and expertise.

We live in San Clemente with our young children and are deeply invested in serving our community . We believe in building relationships based on trust, integrity, and genuine support—because when you welcome FirstLight into your home, you become part of our family.

Our motto: Caring for your family like we do our own