Griswold Awards $44,200 in Scholarships to Support Caregivers’ Education

Griswold, a leading non-medical home care franchise with over 170 units, recently announced the winners of its Summer 2023 National Caregiver Scholarship Program, in partnership with its nonprofit organization, the Jean Griswold Foundation. The program has awarded $44,200 in scholarship funds and educational support nationwide, underscoring Griswold’s commitment to elevating the field of caregiving and supporting those who dedicate their lives to providing essential in-home care.

This year’s winners include:

• Andrea Coulter, a caregiver with Griswold of Scottsdale, AZ pursuing her CNA certification. 
• Claudia Estrada, a caregiver with Griswold of Fairfield County, CT pursuing her CNA certification. 
• Casey Hart, a caregiver with Griswold of Harford-Cecil, MD pursuing her RN degree.
• Emily Lewis, a caregiver with Griswold of Scottsdale, AZ pursuing her CNA certification. 
• Cora Lacy, a caregiver with Griswold Westminster-Broomfield and Boulder, CO pursuing her RN degree.
• Valerie Meombe Mbolle, a caregiver with Griswold Care Pairing for Tampa and Pasco County, FL pursuing her RN degree.
• Sarah Jalloh, a caregiver with Griswold of NoVA East, VA looking  to start a career in nursing with a BSN.
• Bettina "Tina" Conde, an EMT and student in Medford, MA pursuing her RN degree.
• Dominic Sardegna, a caregiver with Griswold of Griswold Care Pairing for Tampa and Pasco County, FL pursuing his RN degree. 
• Sydney Brown, a caregiver in Oklahoma City,OK pursuing her RN degree.
• Renee  Kemp, a caregiver in Washington, DC pursuing her RN degree. 
• Keerra Hughes, a caregiver with Griswold Home Care of Anoka County, MN pursuing her CNA certification.
• Oumou Nabe, a caregiver with Griswold Home Care of Plano, TX pursuing her CNA certification.
• Anne Rosales, a caregiver with Griswold of San Antonio, TX pursuing her CNA certification. 
• Jasmine Ramirez, a Personal Care Aide and student  in Medford, MA looking to complete her RN program.
• Teresa Vaughan, a caregiver and student pursuing her RN degree in Sacramento, CA
• Elizabeth Fowler, a caregiver in Moline, IL pursuing her RN degree.
• Kristofer Atkinson, a caregiver with Griswold of San Antonio, TX pursuing his CNA degree.

The Jean Griswold Foundation was founded in 2010 and was named after Dr. Jean Griswold to help carry on her legacy and commitment to supporting care professionals. The Jean Griswold Foundation National Caregiver Scholarship Program is intended to offer support to family caregivers, professional caregivers and those interested in pursuing a career in the care industry. Recipients don’t have to work for Griswold, and the scholarships are aimed at enhancing training, certification and degree advancement within the field, thereby empowering caregivers to continually improve their skills and deliver better quality care.

"Through initiatives like our scholarship program, we can strengthen and prepare our workforce to meet the increasing need for in-home elderly care," said Maryanne Murray, the Chair of the Jean Griswold Foundation. "The tales of unwavering commitment and dedication from this year's awardees inspire us greatly, and we eagerly anticipate their continued contributions to their local communities."

With the need for in-home care rapidly growing and staffing shortages continuing to plague the home care industry, the Jean Griswold Foundation National Caregiver Scholarship Program is more important than ever. It serves to acknowledge and support the crucial role caregivers play in society, often going unrecognized. This program is part of Griswold’s ongoing commitment to caregiver support and development, helping to position Griswold as an employer of choice within the senior care industry.

“This program serves to recognize and lend a helping hand to caregivers — those individuals who are at the forefront of home care,” said Griswold CEO Michael Slupecki. “These everyday heroes often don't receive the acknowledgement they deserve for their invaluable services and the personal sacrifices they make daily. We're thrilled to give back and honor their dedication simultaneously.”

ABOUT GRISWOLD

With 170 locations in 31 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 2023, Griswold was ranked #267 on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 and named a 2023 Best of Home Care® Endorsed National Provider. For more information, visit www.griswoldhomecare.com or call 215.402.0200.

ABOUT THE JEAN GRISWOLD FOUNDATION

Honoring the founder of Griswold Home Care, Dr. Jean Griswold, The Jean Griswold Foundation is a public non-profit whose primary goal is to support caregivers. Funds raised through private donors, corporations, franchisees, and employees will focus on caregiver education through scholarships. The Jean Griswold Foundation believes that everyone deserves to age with dignity and the availability of quality caregivers is the key to achieving this goal. By supporting the profession of caregiving in all its forms, communities across the nation will be happier and healthier places to live. For more information, visit www.JeanGriswoldFoundation.org.