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Bickford Senior Living The team at Bickford Senior Living gets it. They understand that the senior care landscape is changing, and that, over the next 10 - 15 years, senior living is poised to become the largest provider of in-home services. So, they partnered with HCAN, and they recently began rolling out in-home services [...]
There’s never been a better time to invest in-home care. “We’ve long known that most seniors prefer to age in place, and the pandemic has shown us that, for many, home really is the safest place to be,” said Aaron McMartin, vice president of development at the HomeCare Advocacy Network Franchise (HCAN). “Right now, [...]
How many prescriptions drugs/meds do you take? If you’re over 65-years-old, you probably take at least one - maybe more. Studies show that more than 85 percent of those age 65 and older take at least one prescription drug or meds - with more than 35 percent regularly taking five or more prescription and [...]
Honor Technology has acquired home care giant Home Instead. It was big news. It shook the industry. And it also reinforced what we knew when we founded the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN). Innovation is fueling unprecedented growth in the home care industry. At HCAN, our innovative approach is helping senior living providers successfully enter [...]
What does it take to be an HCAN franchises partner? “We don’t sell franchises at HCAN, we award them,” said Aaron McMartin, HCAN’s Vice President of Development. “When evaluating candidates, we look for passion… is it there? Is the culture fit there? Do they remind me of our other franchisees? Do they remind me [...]
Looking for something to do when the kids go back to school? Have you thought about professional caregiving? At the HomeCare Advocacy Network, we offer flexible schedules that allow busy moms to make extra money and do meaningful work without missing their kids’ school plays, soccer practice, or other family events. “Moms are already [...]
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on everyone - especially older adults. According to a new AARP study, the majority of those ages 50 and older say the pandemic has increased their level of depression (69%), anxiety (68%), and level of concern about the future (77%). The good news is that there are [...]
What do we mean when we say we’re re-shaping the senior care funnel for senior living providers? “We’re really bringing two worlds together - senior living and home care,” said Aaron McMartin, vice president of development at the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN). “We’re helping senior living providers broaden their client base by creating a [...]
It’s not even officially summer yet, but record heat has already gripped much of the country. While the high temperatures and suffocating humidity make life unpleasant for almost everyone, it can be dangerous, even deadly, for older adults. This is why it is extremely important to learn how to beat the heat. People age [...]
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 [...]
