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<a href="https://griswoldhomecarefranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswold-in-andover-minnesota-connects-students-and-seniors-through-pen-pal-program-2729737" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Griswold</a>, the non-medical home care franchise, was recently featured on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/students-seniors-bond-through-pen-pal-program/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswold-in-andover-minnesota-connects-students-and-seniors-through-pen-pal-program-2729737" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">WCCO-TV Minneapolis</a> for its partnership with Crooked Lake Elementary in Andover, Minnesota, where it helped launch a heartwarming intergenerational pen pal program. For several months, third-grade students at the school exchanged handwritten letters with seniors living in nearby retirement communities — a unique effort that culminated in an emotional in-person meeting.“Having that connection piece between seniors and kids has been really rewarding,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-myhre-50a926a0?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswold-in-andover-minnesota-connects-students-and-seniors-through-pen-pal-program-2729737" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Nicole Myhre</a>, owner and director of&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold/info">Griswold</a>. The initiative created meaningful relationships that bridged generations, offering children insight into different life experiences while helping seniors feel connected and appreciated.Students described the experience with joy and excitement. “It was like getting a Christmas present,” said third grader Reed. Others, like Eloise, looked forward to learning about their pen pal's stories and finally meeting them in person. Seniors, too, expressed how valuable the interaction was. “When you’re older, you don’t have as many contacts,” said Joanne Hansen. “So it’s good to receive greetings from pen pals.”Beyond the emotional impact, teachers noted that the program helped students build real-world communication skills, practice reading and writing in cursive, and learn to express themselves more thoughtfully. Organizers hope the bonds and lessons formed through the program will carry on well beyond the classroom.Watch the full segment&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/students-seniors-bond-through-pen-pal-program/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswold-in-andover-minnesota-connects-students-and-seniors-through-pen-pal-program-2729737" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a>.&nbsp; For more information on franchising with Griswold, visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold">https://1851franchise.com/griswold</a>.

Griswold Connects Andover Students and Seniors Through Pen Pal Program

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Third graders in Andover built meaningful friendships with local seniors through handwritten letters, thanks to a heartwarming partnership between Crooked Lake Elementary and Griswold.

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Griswold in Andover, Minnesota, Connects Students and Seniors Through Pen Pal Program

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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://griswoldhomecarefranchise.com/">Griswold</a> franchise. 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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<a href="https://griswoldhomecarefranchise.com/">Griswold</a>, one of the nation’s oldest nonmedical home care providers, has&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jeffcotranscript.com/news/article_0012446c-ad5e-4f92-beec-dae5aa58e555.html">expanded to Lakewood, Colorado</a>, marking its 196th location across 31 states.&nbsp;The new&nbsp;<a href="https://www.griswoldcare.com/lakewood-golden/">Lakewood &amp; Golden</a> office is owned by&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/amber-parsons-griswold-franchise-colorado-2730399">Amber Parsons</a>, whose career spans journalism and 13 years in health care staffing. Parsons was driven to open the location after caring for a family member and realizing how few affordable, reliable at-home support options exist for seniors who don’t yet need assisted living but still require help. She noted that families often shoulder the burden of errands, meal prep, housekeeping, companionship and transportation — gaps&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold/info">Griswold</a> aims to fill.“It was really a personal story, a very deeply personal story with my own family, that made me realize that there is a huge gap in services for our senior community,” Parsons said. “We have [options] for assisted living, those types of things, but I think there is a gap in services for people who maybe need housekeeping, companionship, running errands with them, preparing meals and taking them to appointments. A lot of that burden was falling onto family members.”To meet growing demand, Griswold is actively hiring Caregivers in the area. Parsons said the team includes seasoned CNAs with decades of experience, but she also welcomes applicants without formal credentials who possess strong service mindsets and warm personalities. Training is available for those who need it, ensuring that caregivers are prepared to deliver the high-quality support Griswold is known for.Read the original article&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jeffcotranscript.com/news/article_0012446c-ad5e-4f92-beec-dae5aa58e555.html">here</a>.&nbsp;

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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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Home care franchise&nbsp;<a href="https://griswoldhomecarefranchise.com/">Griswold</a> has opened in Greater Beaumont, Texas, bringing a much-needed resource to families seeking non-medical support for aging loved ones,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/business/article/griswold-home-care-opens-beaumont-serve-southeast-21083088.php">Beaumont Enterprise recently reported</a>.Franchise owner&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/keeya-gillard-9b34ab369">Keeya Gillard</a> decided to enter the home care field after years of caring for her son, who has autism and epilepsy. That experience, she said, shaped her understanding of what families need most from Caregivers.Before launching the Greater Beaumont office, Gillard worked as a supervisor at the Spindletop Center, serving adults with disabilities. The role gave her a firsthand view of how difficult it can be for families to find reliable Caregivers — especially those who are the right personality match.Gillard said matching the right Caregiver to the right client is one of her top priorities. She visits families in person, learns their routines and preferences, and works to place someone who will connect well. Passion and empathy, she says, are qualities she looks for when hiring.<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold/info">Griswold’s</a> Greater Beaumont location offers non-medical services such as grooming support, meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship and help with daily routines. Gillard says her team coordinates appointments with medical providers and home health agencies when needed, creating a more complete support system for clients. She also encourages families to explore long-term care insurance or programs like the GUIDE dementia support program, which may cover or offset the cost of care.Gillard hopes the new office will ease the burden on families in Southeast Texas and become a trusted partner in the Caregiving process. Her goal is to grow the client base, expand her administrative team and, above all, bring dependable, compassionate care to the region."I hope we have the best Caregivers we can find," she said. “I want us to make a difference by being reliable and doing extra things like coming out, introducing the Caregiver to the family and staying to answer questions.”Read the full article&nbsp;<a href="https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/business/article/griswold-home-care-opens-beaumont-serve-southeast-21083088.php">here</a>. To find out more information on costs to buy a Griswold franchise, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold/info">https://1851franchise.com/griswold/info</a>.&nbsp;

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