senior care News

The Washtenaw County Consortium on Aging will hold its first annual Washtenaw County Caregiver Fair on Saturday, March 17th, at the Kensington Court Hotel on Hilton Boulevard in Ann Arbor. This is a free event, open to the public, from 9:00-2:00 pm

BrightStar Care®, the fastest growing franchise brand in the senior care industry, was recently identified as one of 25 World-Class Franchises for 2012 by the Franchise Research Institute.

La Costa Concierge, a leading provider of elder care and child care services, announced today they are a California Department of Justice certified elder care employer.

The Wartburg Adult Care Community has announced that effective November 18, 2011, both Wartburg Home Care Programs have moved from The Wartburg’s Mt. Vernon campus out into the community to new space in New Rochelle.

Frisco TX, November 16, 2011- Chalice Home Care, a leading provider of home care services to seniors, today announced that they have moved into their new office in Frisco TX to better meet the needs of their clients.

Lutheran Homes of Michigan CEO David Gehm will begin a 6-year term for LeadingAge, a Washington, D.C.-based international association on aging. The term begins January 2012.

Second edition of book features new and updated content and case studies, sheds further light on slowing the aging process and delaying the onset of chronic diseases

Toronto-based barrier-free home modification franchise company Reliable Independent Living Services (RILS) has announced today the granting of its fourth franchise.

JoAnn Davis has been appointed Director of Adult Day Programs at The Wartburg Adult Care Community’s “Club Wartburg.”

The Wartburg Adult Care Community of Mt Vernon, NY, has executed the “LeadingAge Quality First Covenant” which identifies and establishes standards for 10 elements of quality in senior care.

Livingsenior.com is an online resource center that provides a wide range of valuable information for seniors and their families as they make the transition into the golden years of retirement.

There’s a new kid on the block in Bay Area in-home care. San Francisco-based OptionONE Care at Home, launched by four seasoned professionals, will serve Bay Area seniors and others needing help in the home.

The Washtenaw County Consortium on Aging will hold its first annual Washtenaw County Caregiver Fair on Saturday, March 17th, at the Kensington Court Hotel on Hilton Boulevard in Ann Arbor. This is a free event, open to the public, from 9:00-2:00 pm

After achieving revenue growth of 34% and surpassing the $50 million dollar total revenue milestone, SYNERGY HomeCare, a fast growing national home care franchisor, projects to grow revenues by 48% in 2012.

Heritage Healthcare shows it’s appreciation for the dedicated and committed rehab therapy professional in the Virginia Beach area with a special event on Feb 16 at Lynnhaven Fish House Restaurant.

Heritage Healthcare shows it’s appreciation for the dedicated and committed rehab therapy professional in the Atlanta area with a special event on Feb 16 (4:30-7:30) at Truffles in Buckhead

Lynette Reynolds, Certified Senior Move Manager, At Your Service

A CAREGiver from the Home Instead Senior Care franchise in Trumbull, Connectict, Ms. Patsy DeJesus of Southbury, Conn., was named Home Instead Senior Care's 2011 Northeast Regional CAREGiver of the Year.

With the changes in America's economy and housing market  many seniors no longer have money to provide for their long term care.

BrightStar Care®, the fastest growing franchise brand in the senior care industry, was recently identified as one of 25 World-Class Franchises for 2012 by the Franchise Research Institute.

Rebecca Barcy, home care industry expert, was recently featured in USA Today as well as major online media outlets, including Yahoo!Finance, Morningstar, CNBC, MarketWatch and many others.

La Costa Concierge, a leading provider of elder care and child care services, announced today they are a California Department of Justice certified elder care employer.

The Trumbull and Sandy Hook offices Home Instead Senior Care supported the nationwide “Be a Santa to a Senior” program by Helping Trumbull, Conn. area seniors during the holiday season by helping gather gifts and offering companionship.

Chalice Home Care Joins National Care Planning Council in Educating Seniors & Their Families about Long Term Care Options & Services

At Chalice Home Care, we care about the health of our community.

The Wartburg Adult Care Community has announced that effective November 18, 2011, both Wartburg Home Care Programs have moved from The Wartburg’s Mt. Vernon campus out into the community to new space in New Rochelle.

Frisco Texas, November 21, 2011, Chalice Home Care Frisco Texas, today announced that they are thankful for many reasons, and in celebration of thanksgiving, offering $100 off first 30 hours of service to seniors in the DFW area.

Frisco TX, November 16, 2011- Chalice Home Care, a leading provider of home care services to seniors, today announced that they have moved into their new office in Frisco TX to better meet the needs of their clients.

New St. Charles company offers life assistance and in-home services to elders, families

Lutheran Homes of Michigan CEO David Gehm will begin a 6-year term for LeadingAge, a Washington, D.C.-based international association on aging. The term begins January 2012.

The Wartburg Adult Care Community provided sponsorship and raised funds for the 2011 Alzheimer's Foundation Hudson Valley/Rockland/Westchester Memory Walk

Although it is estimated that two out of five Americans will need long term care at some point in their lives, many cannot afford it, according to healthcare market research publisher Kalorama Information in its Long Term Care Markets report...

Rebecca Barcy, home care industry expert, recently hit two separate Amazon.com best-seller lists with the new book “Trendsetters.”

Recognizing Caregivers in Honor of National Family Caregivers Month

Rebecca Barcy, home care industry expert, will receive a Golden Quill Award from The National Academy of Best-Selling Authors™ at the Second Annual Best Seller’s Summit and Awards Gala.

Second edition of book features new and updated content and case studies, sheds further light on slowing the aging process and delaying the onset of chronic diseases

Yearly survey from the N.C. Department of Public Health and Human Services ensures proper procedures and excellent care.

It can be difficult for an adult child to be in the position to parent a parent and make decisions in their best interest.

Care-for-Senior.org announces the opening of its new website. Care for Senior is designed to provide friends and family members of senior citizens, seniors and the elderly with the resources they need to care for their loved one.

St. Charles, MO – Assistance Home Care has taken a significant new step to address one of the biggest concerns families have with home care: the level of training and skills of the in-home caregiver.

Lane Kofoed of Boise based Assisting Hands Home Care meets with Idaho Congressional delegation to discuss issues important to small business and franchising

Toronto-based barrier-free home modification franchise company Reliable Independent Living Services (RILS) has announced today the granting of its fourth franchise.

Complete HealthCare Support LLC is the First Stop for Individuals Needing Help Navigating Healthcare Products and Services. Our Comprehensive Needs Assessment and Plan will Give Needed Resources for Maximizing Their Independence.

Peninsula Event Empowers Families to Utilize Senior Care Resources

The Wartburg Adult Care in Mount Vernon hosted 9 nursing home residents evacuated from their south shore facility in Queens, NY, in advance of Tropical Storm Irene.

Heritage at Lake Forest maintained Fasturtle’s FastSite program, a program built specifically for businesses that understand the need of an online presence, but do not necessarily need a custom website.

JoAnn Davis has been appointed Director of Adult Day Programs at The Wartburg Adult Care Community’s “Club Wartburg.”

Your Home Companion is now offering in-home care services in Pasco county to include such areas as New Port Richey, Hudson, Holiday, Trinity, Zephyrhills, and Land O'Lakes.

CINCINNATI, Ohio--August 11, 2011--FirstLight HomeCare, a new standard in non-medical in-home care, is now accepting inquiries from prospective owners in the greater Pittsburgh, Pa., area. FirstLight HomeCare currently has 23 locations in 13 states.

The Wartburg Adult Care Community of Mt Vernon, NY, has executed the “LeadingAge Quality First Covenant” which identifies and establishes standards for 10 elements of quality in senior care.

Medical Nutrition Therapy is a Free Service offered by Portrait Health Centers of Buffalo Grove, IL to seniors on Medicare who have diabetes or kidney disease.

"Aging Parents: Starting the Conversation" the First in a Six-Part Series

At Home Personal Care in Arizona, Utah and Texas become home health providers on the national eldercare information website, ParentYourParents.com

Sharing Hearts Home Care is servicing elderly individuals in Oakland County, Michigan, and the greater Detroit area from their Novi location.

Lincoln Center’s Department of Programs and Services for People with Disabilities (PSPD) performed a spring concert in conjunction with artists from Jazz at Lincoln Center at The Wartburg in Mount Vernon, NY

Home Care Assistance is proud to announce five new members to its Million Dollar Franchise Club. Franchises in Albuquerque, Columbus, Milwaukee, Raleigh and Richmond are on a $1,000,000 annual run rate.

Livingsenior.com is an online resource center that provides a wide range of valuable information for seniors and their families as they make the transition into the golden years of retirement.

Printable Guide Identifies Top Online Resources for Consumers, SeniorResourceCentral.com was noted as a finalist for the "Best Caregiver Resource".

Author of, “Creating Moments of Joy: A Journal for Caregivers”, Jolene Brackley is our Featured Guest on North Ohio’s WHBC 1480 Talk Radio Show, Wriggling in the Middle, On Monday, June 20th at 9am (Eastern Time).

Illinois based Freedom Home Care provides temporary services for seniors when they are immediately released from the hospital.

Home Care Assistance Calgary is proud to announce our nomination in two Calgary Choice Award categories namely Best New Business (Under 2 Years) and Best Medical and Health Care Services.

Comfort Life Media announces the publication of the ninth annual Comfort Life magazine, distributed nationally in the Globe and Mail and through Chapters and Indigo book stores.