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<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold">Griswold</a>, the non-medical home care franchise, sums up its brand mission in two simple words:&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold/griswold-embraces-innovation-with-new-brand-evolution-2722028">Live Assured</a>. Clients receive the comprehensive care they need to enjoy life, families can rest easy knowing their loved ones are well-cared for, caregivers and employees benefit from a supportive and stable work environment and the broader community thrives. And nowhere is that mission more apparent than the Caring Hearts networking group.&nbsp;Founded by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-nuss-3b72545a?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswolds-caring-hearts-a-source-of-connection-in-the-senior-care-space-2723579" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Christy Nuss</a>, Director of the PA Griswold corporate office, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-pantano?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswolds-caring-hearts-a-source-of-connection-in-the-senior-care-space-2723579" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Beth Pantano</a>, Griswold Senior Community Liaison, during the height of the pandemic, Caring Hearts aims to help healthcare professionals stay connected through recurring meetings, community events and strategic initiatives. Today, the group has become a sensation, garnering immense popularity and even turning away memberships due to its success."Griswold has been in business for 41 years, a pioneer in the home care industry, but many still haven’t heard of us,” said Pantano. “That is why we wanted to continue this group, even after the pandemic ended. We all network together, which means we are referring back and forth with each other. It aligns with our&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/griswold/griswold-embraces-innovation-with-new-brand-evolution-2722028">'Live Assured' tagline</a> — it is all about trusted relationships."<h2>A Journey Rooted in Personal Experience</h2>Nuss, who has been with Griswold for an impressive 21 years, shared her personal journey that led her to home care. "Prior to this, I was a manager for a physician's office,” she said. “I had a grandmother who was in a senior care facility and I saw the struggles my aunt had during that time. When I found out about home health care, the opportunity came up to join the Griswold team. I really believe in the importance of aging in place and what we do.”Pantano, with eight years at Griswold, brings a rich background in nursing and sales. "I grew up in a family-owned business, so I have that sales background, as well,” she said. “I’ve really done every role here, from caregiving, recruiting, client services, to community involvement.”&nbsp;When the pandemic hit in 2020, Griswold began looking for ways to keep the community connected. “With traditional marketing avenues closed, everyone was dying to connect with each other,” Pantano said. “That is when we came up with the idea for Caring Hearts. As things started to open back up, I stepped into managing the group a year-and-a-half ago, and we've since grown to about 25 dedicated members, all of which are relevant to the senior population."&nbsp;When it comes to Caring Hearts, Pantano says the primary goal is education. The group meets in-person every month to connect and keep one another up-to-date on relevant advancements in the industry and market. Those meetings are complemented by their active social media presence, which Pantano credits for giving them a lot more visibility.<h2>Community Engagement and the Upcoming Health Fair</h2>Caring Hearts is not just about networking; it's about giving back. From holiday caroling to ice cream socials to packing bags for meals on wheels, the group is deeply involved in community service.&nbsp;Perhaps the group’s biggest event comes in the form of its annual&nbsp;<a href="https://fb.me/e/3I69KyRh3?mibextid=Z0UBBX&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswolds-caring-hearts-a-source-of-connection-in-the-senior-care-space-2723579" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Senior Resource Fair</a>, where community members and healthcare professionals can come together to reach more people in their community.“There are so many great resources out there, but oftentimes our senior population has no idea they are available to them,” said Pantano. “That is why we really try to get out in the community and spread the word.”&nbsp;This year’s fair will be held at the Mohegan Pennsylvania on Tuesday, September 26th from 10am to 2pm. It will include 32 vendors in the healthcare space, from pharmacies to medical equipment manufacturers, home health providers and aging agencies, as well as representatives from the PA State Attorney General’s Office, Veterans Affairs and local care professionals.The fair, which is completely free to the public, is designed to be fun, engaging and very interactive, with raffle baskets and a grand prize giveaway.&nbsp;“Each attendee will be given an entry card and in order qualify for a grand prize, they have to stop at every table and have a conversation,” said Pantano. “If they visit each vendor and mark it on their card, they will have the opportunity to win an overnight stay at Mohegan and a dinner for two at Rustic Kitchen Bistro &amp; Bar.”<h2>Why Caring Hearts Matters</h2>Overall, Griswold's Caring Hearts networking group stands as a testament to the power of community and connection, especially in challenging times."With Caring Hearts and these relationships, we hope to be a strong resource,” said Nuss. “Even if home care isn’t the right option for you, we have a resource of people we can lean on to recommend another provider. 'Live Assured' means a lot to us."With dedicated leaders like Nuss and Pantano at the helm, the group is set to make even more significant impacts in the lives of healthcare professionals and the senior community they serve.Franchise opportunities range from $95,850 to $174,100 including a $49,500 franchise fee. For more information about franchising with Griswold, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.griswoldhomecare.com/franchising/investment-info/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&amp%3Butm_medium=article&amp%3Butm_campaign=griswold-franchisee-lesley-mills-inspiring-journey-of-empathy-enterprise-and-endeavor-2722995&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=griswolds-caring-hearts-a-source-of-connection-in-the-senior-care-space-2723579" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.griswoldhomecare.com/franchising/investment-info/.</a>

Griswold's Caring Hearts: A Source of Connection in the Senior Care Space

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The popular networking group, which includes 25 dedicated health care professionals, meets in-person every month to connect, share best practices and give back to the community. 

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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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