Our Mission to Support Seniors Across Lincoln & Southeast Nebraska
Personalized Care That Goes Beyond Daily Tasks
For us, care goes far beyond completing daily routines. While we provide dependable assistance with personal care, companionship, mobility support, meal preparation, and everyday activities, we also focus on the moments and experiences that matter most to each individual. Whether it’s helping a client regain confidence after an injury, continue participating in meaningful activities, stay connected with loved ones, or maintain important routines and traditions, our team is committed to supporting the whole person — not just the care plan.
Supporting Caregivers Who Make a Difference
We also believe compassionate care starts with supporting our caregivers. At HCAN, we value the unique strengths, goals, and life experiences every caregiver brings to our team. By fostering a positive, encouraging environment, we help caregivers feel supported, fulfilled, and empowered to provide the highest level of care possible. For those pursuing growth within healthcare or the medical field, we are proud to encourage professional development and help create meaningful career pathways.
Serving Lincoln & Southeast Nebraska with Heart
Our team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and families throughout Lincoln and Southeast Nebraska every single day. Meet the compassionate people who bring dignity, kindness, and personalized care to every home they serve.
Our Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission:
To be the foremost provider of meaningful and results-oriented home care connections for seniors and their loved ones.
Vision:
Arming today’s spectrum of caregiving associates with hope, high-impact resources, and the promise of a better tomorrow.
Values:
- Pursue the genuine success of others
- Elevate the privilege of caregiving
- Embrace innovation
- Prioritize relationship over task
- Treat each other with dignity and respect
Meet HCAN Lincoln & Southeast Nebraska Leadership Team
Sarah Pappas
Co-Owner, HCAN Lincoln
I strongly believe seniors thrive best in the comfort and familiarity of home, surrounded by the routines, memories, and independence that matter most to them.
Sarah Pappas, owner of HomeCare Advocacy Network of Lincoln & Southeast Nebraska, is passionate about helping seniors age safely, comfortably, and independently at home. A proud Lincoln native, Sarah spent 27 years in corporate meeting planning before feeling called to make a more meaningful impact serving seniors and families throughout Southeast Nebraska.
Inspired during the COVID-19 pandemic by the challenges many aging adults faced, Sarah dedicated herself to providing compassionate, personalized in-home care rooted in dignity, trust, and peace of mind. Today, she proudly leads HCAN with a focus on helping seniors throughout Lincoln and surrounding communities receive dependable companionship, personal care, dementia support, respite care, transportation assistance, and 24-hour home care tailored to their unique needs.
Sarah is also passionate about supporting caregivers and creating meaningful opportunities for those dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others every day.
James Christensen
Co-Owner
James Christensen, Jr. brings a lifelong passion for service, leadership, and community connection to HomeCare Advocacy Network Lincoln. With decades of experience building people-focused organizations, Jim believes compassionate care begins with listening, understanding individual needs, and treating every person with dignity and respect.
As a Nebraska community leader, Jim has spent much of his career helping families navigate important life transitions while supporting organizations focused on meaningful impact. His commitment to relationship-driven care and advocacy has helped shape HCAN Lincoln’s mission of helping seniors remain safe, independent, and supported at home.
Jim is passionate about empowering caregivers, strengthening communities, and helping older adults maintain quality of life through compassionate in-home care services rooted in trust, dignity, and genuine human connection.
Tim Shanahan
President
With more than a decade of leadership experience in the senior care industry, Tim Shanahan is dedicated to compassionate care, operational excellence, and supporting families through every stage of aging. As President of HCAN Heartland, Tim focuses on building people-first organizations rooted in dignity, trust, and high-quality in-home care for seniors throughout Nebraska communities.
A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Tim leads with integrity, accountability, and a mission-driven mindset centered on serving others. His experience across operational, strategic, and executive leadership roles has given him a strong understanding of how compassionate care and effective operations work together to improve quality of life for aging adults.
Today, Tim remains passionate about supporting caregivers, strengthening communities, and helping seniors remain safe, independent, and comfortable at home while giving families peace of mind.
Casey Sova
Director of Operations
I believe compassionate care starts with listening, treating others with kindness, and understanding that every person’s journey and needs are unique
Why Families Choose HCAN of Lincoln & Southeast Nebraska
Locally Owned & Community-Focused Care
At HomeCare Advocacy Network, we proudly serve seniors and families throughout Lincoln and surrounding Southeast Nebraska communities with compassionate, personalized in-home care services. As a locally focused home care provider, we understand the unique needs of aging adults and the importance of helping seniors remain safe, comfortable, and independent in the place they call home.
Our caregivers proudly support families throughout Lancaster, Saunders, Gage, Seward, Saline, Jefferson, Polk, York, Fillmore, Butler, and Thayer Counties, including communities such as Beatrice, York, Seward, Crete, Wahoo, Waverly, and surrounding Southeast Nebraska communities.
Comprehensive In-Home Care Services
We provide flexible care plans that include:
- Personal Care for Daily Living Needs
- Companionship & Homemaking
- Dementia & Alzheimer’s Support
- Respite Care for Family Members
- Affordable Couple Care Options
Proudly Serving Lincoln and Southeast Nebraska Seniors
We are honored to support clients in:
Lancaster County: Lincoln, Waverly, Hickman, Bennet, Malcolm
Saunders County: Wahoo, Ashland, Valparaiso, Prague
Gage County: Beatrice, Blue Springs, Adams
Seward County: Seward, Milford, Utica
Saline County: Crete, Wilber
Jefferson County: Fairbury, Plymouth
Polk County: Osceola, Stromsburg
York County: York, McCool Junction, Benedict
Fillmore County: Geneva, Exeter
Butler County: David City, Rising City
Thayer County: Hebron, Deshler, Byron
Our Caregivers: The Heart of HCAN
We invest in our team so your loved one receives the highest level of care:
- Thoroughly Trained & Background Checked
- Matched to Client Preferences & Needs
- Dedicated to Dignity, Reliability, and Respect
Our Promise: We care for your loved one like we would our own.
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