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A true pioneer and visionary, Dr. Jean Griswold broke barriers and established the first non-medical home care franchise in the country. She dedicated her life to helping seniors age in the place they love, their homes, while providing caregiver opportunities to compassionate people in her community. Her legacy lives on nearly 40 years later, in 168 <a href="https://www.griswoldhomecare.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswold-home-cares-jean-griswold-foundation-launches-annual-fundraising-campaign-benefitting-caregivers-everywhere-2716318" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Griswold Home Care</a> franchises throughout 29 states. In recognition of her work of advocating for caregivers, <a href="https://www.griswoldhomecare.com/foundation/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswold-home-cares-jean-griswold-foundation-launches-annual-fundraising-campaign-benefitting-caregivers-everywhere-2716318" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Jean Griswold Foundation</a> is refocusing its mission on caregivers and will raise money to support them.&nbsp;“We are honored and humbled by the legacy of Dr. Jean Griswold and believe she would be thrilled at the renewed direction of her namesake foundation,” said <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-slupecki-08b2288?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswold-home-cares-jean-griswold-foundation-launches-annual-fundraising-campaign-benefitting-caregivers-everywhere-2716318" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Michael Slupecki</a>, CEO, <a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswoldhomecare">Griswold Home Care</a>. No one understood the importance of caregivers more than Dr. Jean herself, who suffered from multiple sclerosis. “Her drive to create opportunities for people to care for others in their community who wanted to age in place in the comfort of their homes was borne from her own experience,” said Slupecki.Established in 2010, The Jean Griswold Foundation's original mission was to provide grants to community non-profit organizations that enhance the quality of life for low-income seniors and adults with disabilities who choose to age in place. The Foundation’s history of giving includes 275 grants to community service organizations, over $300,000 given in grants, and with its swift reaction to the Covid-19 crisis, the organization dedicated $50,000 to emergency relief grants targeting food programs serving low-income seniors.On National Caregiver Day this past February, Griswold Home Care announced the transition of the Jean Griswold Foundation from a private charity to public non-profit status with a focus on supporting caregivers. The Foundation will offer resources to help with career advancement, educational opportunities, and financial support.&nbsp;A new Jean Griswold Caregiver Scholarship will be awarded annually to a deserving caregiver. Applicants do not have to work for Griswold Home Care, and additional criteria and guidelines will be released in the coming months. There will also be Caregiver Support Grants made throughout the year, earmarked specifically for Griswold Home Care caregivers suffering from hardship.&nbsp;The Foundation has set a goal of raising $75,000 by October 28, 2021, which coincides with the first ever Blue Jean Gala taking place at Griswold Home Care’s annual conference in Philadelphia. With support from Griswold Home Care employees, the Griswold International Board of Directors, franchise owners and staff, and private donors, it is hoped that the goal will not only be met but exceeded during the 12-week campaign.“Caregivers are the lifeblood of a home care company, and as a former Griswold Home Care franchise owner, I know there is nothing more important to the business than those who are providing compassionate care in the homes of our clients,” said Maryanne Murray, Chairperson of the Jean Griswold Foundation.To further support the Foundation, its board has hired Deidra Stevens to act as Managing Director for the next six months as they raise funds and search for a new full-time Executive Director. Bringing 20 years of experience in the nonprofit world, Stevens will lead the fundraising charge as well as work on a five-year strategic plan and assist in identifying and interviewing candidates for the Executive Director role.“I am excited for the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those who take care of our most vulnerable population,” said Stevens. “This project is particularly special to me as I watch my own parents begin to age and realize they, too, will need help in the coming years. I am motivated by the special people I’ve met so far in the home care industry and can’t wait to do more to improve the lives of caregivers everywhere.”If you’d like to donate to the Jean Griswold Foundation, please visit <a href="https://www.jeangriswoldfoundation.com/donate/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswold-home-cares-jean-griswold-foundation-launches-annual-fundraising-campaign-benefitting-caregivers-everywhere-2716318" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.jeangriswoldfoundation.com/donate/.</a>The cost to open a Griswold Home Care franchise ranges from $108,181 to $181,431, including a $49,500 franchise fee. For more information on franchising with Griswold Home Care, visit <a href="https://www.griswoldhomecare.com/franchising/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswold-home-cares-jean-griswold-foundation-launches-annual-fundraising-campaign-benefitting-caregivers-everywhere-2716318" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.griswoldhomecare.com/franchising/</a>.

Griswold Home Care’s Jean Griswold Foundation Launches Annual Fundraising Campaign Benefitting Caregivers Everywhere

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Today, Griswold Home Care celebrates Founder’s Day – the birthday of the company’s founder, Dr. Jean Griswold – by kicking off its annual fundraising campaign benefitting The Jean Griswold Foundation. 

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WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2025 /<a href="https://www.einpresswire.com/">EINPresswire.com</a>/ -- Today, PocketRN, a leader in virtual nursing, and Griswold, a leading home care company, announced they will form a National Strategic Partnership to test the Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services (CMS) alternative payment model designed to support people living with dementia and their caregivers. Under CMS’&nbsp;<a href="https://innovation.cms.gov/innovation-models/guide">Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model</a>, PocketRN will be one of almost 400 participants building Dementia Care Programs (DCPs) across the country, working to increase care coordination and improve access to services and supports, including respite care, for people living with dementia and their caregivers.Griswold’s partnership with PocketRN is rooted in the fact that a significant portion of their client base has a dementia diagnosis. Their franchised locations nationwide provide daily care and respite care for caregivers in the homes of people living with dementia, making this alliance a strategic and logical decision.Launched on July 1, 2024, the GUIDE Model will test a new payment approach for key supportive services furnished to people living with dementia, including: comprehensive, person-centered assessments and care plans; care coordination; 24/7 access to an interdisciplinary care team member or help line; and certain respite services to support caregivers. People with dementia and their caregivers will have the assistance and support of a Care Navigator to help them access clinical and non-clinical services such as meals and transportation through community-based organizations.“We couldn't be more thrilled to bring our revolutionary Nurse for Life model to the millions of dementia patients and families who need it most,” said PocketRN CEO, Jenna Morgenstern-Gaines. “With PocketRN, patients and families get unwavering support from a dedicated, trusted nurse as they navigate the complexities of managing dementia at NO cost to them. Nurses are hands-down the best clinicians to be the ‘glue’ for patients and their families throughout their dementia journey–they've been doing so forever, and it's high-time their work is valued by our system.”“We’re excited to partner with PocketRN in anchoring Griswold’s GUIDE approach of improving client access to Medicare-supported dementia navigation, education, and respite hours, integrated seamlessly with our experienced care professionals,” said Matt Ericksen, Vice President of Sales and Operations at Griswold.PocketRN’s partnership with Griswold to deliver the GUIDE Model will help people living with dementia and their caregivers have access to education and support, such as training programs on best practices for caring for a loved one living with dementia. The GUIDE Model also provides respite services for certain people, enabling caregivers to take temporary breaks from their caregiving responsibilities. Respite is being tested under the GUIDE Model to assess its effect on helping caregivers continue to care for their loved ones at home, preventing or delaying the need for facility care.For more information on CMS’ GUIDE Model, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/innovation-models/guide">https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/innovation-models/guide</a>.About GriswoldWith over 200 locations across 30 states, Griswold is one of the country’s top home care companies, providing professional, compassionate Caregivers 24/7. Griswold’s “Live Assured” promise gives both clients and their loved ones peace of mind, so they can live without the weight of worry. Griswold helps adults maintain quality of life despite advanced age, onset of illness, or post-surgery recovery through services including companion care, home services, personal care, and respite care. Founded by the late Jean Griswold in 1982, the company has maintained its founder’s profound sense of empathy for older and disabled adults and those living with chronic conditions. In 2024, Griswold was ranked #206 on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 and named a 2023, 2024 and 2025 Best of Home Care® Endorsed National Provider. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.griswoldcare.com/">www.griswoldcare.com</a> or call 215.402.0200.About PocketRNPocketRN gives patients, families, and caregivers a Nurse for Life. Its mission is to close the gap between home and healthcare by: enabling nurses to care proactively and continuously at the top of their license, enabling caregivers with peace of mind and the confidence to support others, and enabling patients to access whole-person, trusted, empathetic care when and where they want it. PocketRN is the glue that holds together fragmented experiences in care so that partners, clinicians, patients, and families get back more of what they need: quality time. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.pocketrn.com/">www.pocketrn.com</a> or engage with PocketRN on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Sisters&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/why-two-sisters-chose-now-to-build-a-purpose-driven-home-care-business-with-griswold-2730847">Manar Landis and Maha Zirn-Kashoor</a> have brought decades of medical, caregiving and humanitarian experience to Oklahoma City by opening a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.griswoldcare.com/oklahoma-city-north/">Griswold franchise</a>. Launched in October, their business matches seniors with caregivers who provide nonmedical support ranging from occasional weekly visits to 24-hour care. Both sisters say their long careers with organizations like the United Nations, UNICEF and major Oklahoma health systems, along with their personal experience caring for their own aging family members, made home care a natural next step.A major part of their work is helping seniors overcome the reluctance to accept assistance. Zirn-Kashoor notes that many elderly people insist they can manage alone, but once they experience the support, it becomes “life-changing.” The sisters emphasize that the goal is to help older adults remain independent and safe at home, tailoring care plans to each individual’s needs — whether that’s personal care, companionship, transportation, help after surgery or even small touches like doing hair and makeup. With about 90% of clients living at home and many having no nearby family, they see their services as an essential part of the continuum of care.Their franchise is only the second&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold/info">Griswold</a> location in Oklahoma, joining the first office in Tulsa, with a third opening soon in Edmond. The sisters say there is still a lack of awareness — even among physicians — about senior home care options, which often leads to preventable hospital readmissions. They aim to close that gap, positioning home care as a vital complement to the health care system.As demand for senior support grows, driven by a rapidly aging U.S. population, the sisters see strong potential for impact and business growth. Their new venture already employs 16 people and is expanding.&nbsp;Read the original article from The Journal Record&nbsp;<a href="https://journalrecord.com/2025/12/05/griswold-home-care-oklahoma-city-senior-services/">here</a>. To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold/info">https://1851franchise.com/griswold/info</a>.

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