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Have you or your senior loved one been the victim of fraud? If so, you’re not alone. A new FBI report shows scammers stole approximately $1 billion from older adults in the United States in 2020 - an increase of almost $300 million from 2019. “Each year, millions of elderly Americans fall victim to [...]
Do you have a plan for long-term care? According to a new Healthview Services report, chances are, you’ll probably need one. The data show: An average, healthy 65-year-old man has a 44% chance of needing some level of care long-term. An average, healthy 65-year-old woman has a 56% chance of needing some level of [...]
Bickford Senior Living We are very proud to announce that we have teamed up with Bickford Senior Living to launch Bickford Home Care. A new service line designed to successfully deliver in-home care to Bickford’s current and future residents. “We are thrilled to welcome Bickford Senior Living into the HCAN family,” said Mark Goetz, [...]
The summer solstice - it’s the day with the most light… the longest day. On June 20th, people from around the world marked the occasion by shining a light on Alzheimer’s. They are honoring those living with the disease and their caregivers, for whom every day is the longest day. Did you know: More [...]
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. [...]
New Survey Results Regarding Home Care Agencies Can senior living providers compete with traditional home care agencies like Home Instead and Right at Home? According to a new survey, the answer is a resounding YES. The HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN) recently conducted a survey. This survey was of more than 200 women age 45+ [...]
All of us at HCAN are proud to join in celebrating Older Americans Month. While recognizing the important contributions seniors make in our communities. Older Americans Month Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads Older Americans Month. Communities of Strength is this year's celebration theme. This is certainly appropriate given the challenges that came with [...]
Caregiving at any stage in life is a privilege. Kennedy Goetz became a family caregiver at an early age and counts that experience a blessing.
Are you one of the almost 4 million people who retired prematurely because of the COVID-19 pandemic? Have you considered becoming a professional caregiver? According to a new report from the Alliance for Lifetime Income, the pandemic has accelerated early retirements. With nearly half (47 percent) of recent retirees reporting they left their jobs [...]
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. [...]
