Congratulations Global Franchise Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree, HCAN Chairman Robert Stidham
Lifetime achievement awards don’t come around very often – that’s why Robert Stidham is so grateful for this season of his life. Stidham, HCAN’s Board Chairman, has been recognized with the 2021 Global Franchise “Contribution to International Franchising” Lifetime Achievement Award for his efforts to empower entrepreneurs and help them reach their business goals. “Everyone’s […]
Five Reasons Why You Should Become a Caregiver
Is a caregiver position right for you? Are you looking for a flexible schedule that will allow you to be home with your children before and after school or take your aging loved ones to doctor’s appointments? Do you need a part-time job while finishing your education? Are you a retired professional looking for a […]
Fueled by Compassion, Omaha Franchise Owners Provide Exceptional Care
For Omaha natives Juli and Ryan Gray, the decision to purchase an HCAN franchise was more of a calling than a business decision. “I so value older people,” Juli said. “I am very close to my grandma and always adored my great grandparents. I grew up cherishing their stories, history, and wisdom. My experience with […]
HCAN’s Senior Living Franchise Option Offers a Better Way
We started the HomeCare Advocacy Network with the intention of disrupting both the home care and senior living industries, because we know there’s a better way. And we’re not alone. As long-term care expert David Grabowski explains in this Home Health Care News podcast, home health care, community-based care, and skilled nursing CAN and, more […]
Seven Needs of a Home Care Employee
At the Home Care Advocacy Network, we know caregiving is not just a job – it’s a calling. Because it takes extraordinary people to do the job, finding and then keeping qualified employees is critical to a company’s success. To help with retention, many companies pursue data-driven models, which is important. However, because this industry […]
Surviving the Pandemic – Growing Your Business Without Adding Brick and Mortar
To say it’s been a tough year for senior living providers would be an understatement. According to new data from Argentum, a leading national senior living association senior living providers have lost more than $15.4 billion because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to record low occupancy rates, providers have incurred significant losses as a […]
Five Tips to Help Your Senior Eat Healthier
It’s National Nutrition Month – a great time to make sure your senior loved one has healthy eating habits and is getting the nutrients they need. A healthy, well-balanced diet can help your senior maintain a healthy weight, stay energized and lower the risk of developing chronic health conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes. […]
Services for Senior Loved Ones – No Matter Where They Call Home
You moved mom into a senior living community, so she can get the care she needs… but is she getting ALL the care she needs? Whether independent living or assisted living… our senior living partners deliver exceptional service to their residents. There are times, however, when some residents may need a little extra attention – […]
Exercise Shouldn’t Take a Winter Break
Between COVID-19 and wicked winter weather, it’s often difficult for older people to get the exercise they need – but, now more than ever, it’s important to keep your senior moving. Regular exercise can help your aging loved one: Lose a few pounds or maintain a healthy weight Reduce the impact of illness and chronic […]
Leadership Lessons – A Discussion With Purpose Driven Leader, Mike Frank
Listen to the HomeCare Hub podcast episodes now: Part 1: [podcast_episode episode=”2245″ content=”player”] Part 2: [podcast_episode episode=”2256″ content=”player”] When Mike Frank reflects on his career, he fights the urge to discuss his excitement of the future over his past accomplishments, this is the mark of a true leader. Wisdom is defined by some as a […]