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29 06, 2020

Caring is Her Calling: Omaha Resident Honored with National Caregiver of the Year Award

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-29T10:12:30-04:00June 29th, 2020|Tags: assisted living communities, FirstLight Home Care, non-medical home care, nursing homes, retirement communities|

FirstLight Home Care CEO drives nearly 1,500 miles to recognize Stephanie King for outstanding dedication, service and integrity.

OMAHA, Neb. — FirstLight Home Care, an award-winning provider of non-medical home care, named Omaha resident Stephanie King its 2020 National Caregiver of the Year. Stephanie, with FirstLight Home Care of Omaha, was presented the accolade this week during a personal visit from the company’s CEO and co-founder Jeff Bevis, along with his wife, Maribeth.

The Caregiver of the Year award is usually presented at an annual gala during FirstLight Home Care’s national conference. However, due to COVID-19, the conference was postponed. Jeff and Maribeth wanted to give Stephanie the recognition she deserved in person, so they hit the road and made a special trip, driving nearly 1,500 miles to honor this special caregiver.

FirstLight has more than 5,000 caregivers nationwide, with nominations for the award coming in from all over the country. Caregiver of the Year nominees were evaluated based on dependability, advocacy, empathy, quality of service and compassion toward clients. Stephanie was nominated by FirstLight Home Care of Omaha owner Jaye Firmature McCoy.

“Stephanie has been making a difference in people’s lives for a long time, and she absolutely deserves this honor,” said Jaye. “She came to FirstLight nearly three years ago with 15 years of in-home care experience. Back then, we had no idea the impact she would have on our clients, our office staff and our business.”

Jaye goes on to say that Stephanie has excellent personal and companion caregiving skills. She embraces every client as if they were her own family, and she connects with them on a personal level. She not only cares for her clients, but she also provides warmth, understanding and support to the family caregivers she works with every day.

“Stephanie is intelligent, intuitive, kind, compassionate, hardworking, reliable, cheerful, and physically and emotionally strong. And she handles every situation with impeccable grace and patience.”

Jaye added, “We are so grateful that the CEO of our franchise organization drove such a long way to personally present this award to our Caregiver of the Year. It really validates how much we truly do believe, from the top down, in our Culture of Care.”

FirstLight caregivers like Stephanie help seniors and other adults with many needs – from personal hygiene and household duties such as cooking, light housekeeping and running errands, to respite and dementia care. For more information, visit Omaha.FirstLightHomeCare.com.

About FirstLight Home Care

FirstLight Home Care is a leading provider of non-medical home care, helping individuals in 36 states achieve the quality of life they deserve. FirstLight is a lifeline not only for seniors, but for people recovering from illness, injury or surgery, adults with disabilities, veterans, busy families, and anyone 18 and older who needs personal or companion care services. FirstLight Home Care’s mission is to deliver exceptional, compassionate care provided by extraordinary people so that all those who are served may age with comfort, dignity and independence in the place they call home. FirstLight is also proud to champion the family caregivers who give countless hours of care to their loved ones every day by providing the resources and support needed to help them maintain balance in their own lives. Visit FirstLightHomeCare.com.

25 06, 2020

Pet Supplies Plus Reports Strong Mid-Year Development Numbers

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-25T13:19:32-04:00June 25th, 2020|Tags: pet retail franchise, pet services, Pet Supplies Plus, VIP Petcare|

Pet Retailer Continues Franchise Growth Amid COVID Thanks to Omnichannel Shopping Experience.

LIVONIA, Mich. — Pet Supplies Plus, the largest independent pet retailer in North America, accepted 12 new franchise agreements and one independent pet conversion in the first half of 2020.

The signed agreements will result in 20 new locations for America’s favorite neighborhood pet store, including the brand’s first venture into the state of Washington. Other state developments agreed to this year include Texas, Massachusetts, California and Illinois.

“When you join the Pet Supplies Plus family, you’re entering a recession-resistant industry that’s been growing for decades. You’re also joining a fantastic leadership team dedicated to helping its owners succeed – whether it be in merchandising, marketing, eCommerce, supply chain, promotions, pricing, managing social media and more,” said CEO Chris Rowland. “We’ll be celebrating our 500-store opening this year, which speaks to the strength of our growing brand and the high rewards that franchising with us offers.”

Part of Pet Supplies Plus’ development success can be attributed to its robust online ordering platform, which has been on full display since COVID-19 hit.

While Pet Supplies Plus locations, deemed essential businesses, remained opened during the pandemic, many owners transitioned focus to the online ordering, free curbside pickup in which customers only had to open their trunk and offering same day delivery as well. With a system capable of handling the influx of online traffic, the franchise’s ecommerce growth skyrocketed – jumping 2,275% from January 2020 to April 2020.

As consumers increasingly opt for an online ordering experience, Pet Supplies Plus demonstrated the strength and capabilities of its omni-channel shopping experience to neighbors, an endearing term used to refer to its customers. This service allows neighbors to shop with Pet Supplies Plus how and when they want.

Pet Supplies Plus is also well known for its high touch, interactive in-store shopping experience, which did not waver when the pandemic hit. The franchise diligently followed CDC guidelines and quickly implemented appropriate safety measures. All of which allowed Pet Supplies Plus to remain a one-stop-shop for all pet grocery needs, products, toys and services.

“We experienced it during the recession, and we’ve seen it through the first half of this year: the needs and desires of pet parents to provide for their pets remains steadfast,” said CEO Chris Rowland. “Pets are family members, and while neighbors stocked up on essentials during this pandemic, they also visited our stores for an escape. We’re a quick trip for treats, toys and free resources to keep neighbors’ dogs, cats and small pets feeling loved.”

ABOUT PET SUPPLIES PLUS

Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With nearly 500 locations in 34 states, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural pet foods, goods and services. Headquartered in Livonia, Mich., PSP ranked No. 50 in Entrepreneur magazine’s 41th Annual Franchise 500® list as the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise for the sixth year running for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate and system size.

For more information on the Pet Supplies Plus franchise opportunity, visit www.petsuppliesplusfranchising.com or contact Christine Schultz at (734) 793-6656 or cschultz@petsuppliesplus.com.

24 06, 2020

Mosquito Joe Launches Eighth Annual Beat the Bloodsuckers Campaign in Honor of Mosquito Control Awareness Week

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-24T11:05:24-04:00June 24th, 2020|Tags: eliminating mosquitoes and ticks from outdoor living spaces, Lyme disease, Mosquito Joe|

Owners Nationwide will Work with Non-Profits Nothing But Nets or Local Blood Banks June 21-27.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Mosquito Joe, a Neighborly company, and one of the nation’s leading mosquito control companies, has launched its annual philanthropic campaign. The eighth annual Beat the Bloodsuckers campaign will take place June 21-27, 2020, in honor of the American Mosquito Control Association’s Mosquito Control Awareness Week.

Across 335 locations, participating Mosquito Joe franchise locations will give back to their communities in one of two ways:

Franchise owners who choose to work with Nothing But Nets will donate $10 for every new customer serviced during Mosquito Control Awareness Week. This donation sends two life-saving mosquito nets to those who live at risk of contracting malaria in areas such as sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Franchise owners who choose to work with the American Red Cross or a local blood bank will donate 10 percent of new customer sales during Mosquito Control Awareness Week to the respective organization.

Since 2013, Mosquito Joe franchise owners have collectively donated more than $200,000 in charitable giving through the Beat the Bloodsuckers campaign. Over the four years of Mosquito Joe’s partnership with Nothing But Nets, the generosity of the Mosquito Joe community has raised more than $105,000 and provided over 29,400 insecticide-treated mosquito nets to families in need.

“Every year our franchise owners look forward to Mosquito Control Awareness Week to rally together to raise awareness and funds that benefit our domestic and global communities,” said Mosquito Joe President, Lou Schager. “With families spending time in their homes now more than ever, we are passionate about making sure each home’s outdoor space is itch-free and fun for everyone. Through Mosquito Control Awareness Week, we are able to educate our customers on the real dangers of mosquitoes and how they can protect themselves and their families.”

To request a quote, visit our website. Or, if you’d like to make a personal donation to the Beat the Bloodsuckers campaign benefitting Nothing But Nets, click here.

About Mosquito Joe®:

Dedicated to making outside fun again by eliminating mosquitoes, ticks and fleas from customer’s yards, Mosquito Joe®, a Neighborly company, is a leader in the outdoor pest control industry. The brand was founded in 2010 and has since expanded to over 335 locations throughout the U.S. Acquired in 2018, Mosquito Joe is part of Neighborly, the world’s largest home services franchisor of 24 service brands and more than 4,000 franchise owners serving 10 million+ customers in nine countries, focused on repairing, maintaining and enhancing homes and businesses. Neighborly brands are found at www. Neighborly.com. For more information about Mosquito Joe, visit www.mosquitojoe.com. To learn about franchising opportunities with Neighborly, click here.

19 06, 2020

New Franchise Owner Re-Launches Bold, Bad Ass Coffee Brand

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-19T11:51:12-04:00June 19th, 2020|Tags: 100% Kona coffee, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, Hawaiian coffee, Royal Aloha Coffee Company|

After a year of rebuilding under new ownership, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii re-launches new brand, opens first redesigned store near Salt Lake City, Utah.

DENVER — It’s Badass! Royal Aloha Coffee Company (RACC), the new visionary franchise owner of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, has opened its first, new location featuring the ground-up brand rebuild of the iconic Hawaiian coffee franchise. Since purchasing the assets of the franchise company in July 2019, RACC has developed more than an inspired new logo, packaging and in-store design, it has rebuilt operations and the franchisee support system with a new business model, new products and pre-packaged, branded coffees for purchase.

Marking the national launch of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, last week RACC opened its flagship store in West Jordan, Utah, just outside Salt Lake City. The first of the rebranded stores, the new store features a Hawaiian store décor that reflects an authentic Hawaiian vibe that is fresh, cool, and full of badass attitude.

After moving its headquarters from Utah to Denver, Colo., last year, the RACC brand management team began working to build a solid foundation to reintroduce the iconic brand. RACC has rejuvenated the brand from top to bottom with a contemporary logo that reflects its retro Hawaiian roots, graphics packaging and new store design and décor. Investments in marketing, the franchise business model, new products and reliable franchise operations support were all designed to support the franchisee and increase profitability for the chain. The company plans to relocate its distribution operation to Denver late this summer.

“There’s an enduring love and consumer connection with this brand that has extended far beyond its current locations, and that’s very exciting,” said Scott Snyder, CEO of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii. “We’re committed to growing this brand by sharing the warm Hawaiian hospitality and culture of the Aloha Spirit in our stores and by selling American-grown Hawaiian coffees and other premium international blends to coffee lovers everywhere in an environment where you can relax, be yourself and fuel your inner badass.”

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii was founded on the Big Island of Hawaii in 1989 and named for the generations of donkeys of Kona, Hawaii, whose bellows could be heard as they carried their precious loads of coffee beans down the steep volcanic mountain sides. The native people of Kona named these hard-working donkeys the “Bad Ass Ones” because of their reliably strong, but stubborn nature.

Franchising on the mainland since 1995, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii currently has 24 locations in the U.S. and Japan. With no significant design upgrades to the stores for over 25 years, 2020 marks the year that the brand will roll out a new and authentic evolution of the Bad Ass Coffee brand while still honoring the heritage and history of providing premium coffee from their longstanding partnerships with Hawaiian coffee farmers.

“We take our Hawaiian roots very seriously,” said Snyder. “Our brand would not have the following that it does today without a commitment to quality coffees produced by relationships developed with multi-generation Hawaiian Coffee farmers. Their dedication to their craft produces some of the world’s finest coffees which we’re proud to share at Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii.”

The task of new brand development, new packaging, and new store design was awarded to the Girvin Agency founder, Tim Girvin – a living legend in the brand design systems space. The brand package was released internally in December 2019. New packaging designs appeared online in March 2020 along with a store redesign package that was presented to existing and potential franchisees.

“We have aggressive growth plans to expand our franchise network on the mainland and to re-establish a strong presence in Hawaii,” said Snyder. “We are also pursuing multi-channel growth of our brand through grocery, hospitality and online sales channels.”

About Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii was born on the “Big Island” of Hawaii in 1989 as a popular spot where locals would come together to enjoy freshly roasted and brewed 100% Kona coffee that was grown and harvested nearby. Today, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii is dedicated to introducing and sharing the delicate, yet flavorful and deliciously aromatic premium Hawaiian coffees with a kick from the “Big Island”, Maui, Kauai, Molokai and Oahu through franchises in the US and Japan. Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii stores also serve popular blended drinks, teas, food, other select international premium coffees and popular branded merchandise. The company is committed to providing exceptional service and sharing the warm hospitality of the Aloha Spirit in a Hawaiian setting that allows customers to relax, enjoy themselves and fuel their inner Badass.

Bad Ass Coffees are sold in franchise stores as well as online and will soon be available through grocery, hospitality and specialty retail channels. The Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii brand and franchise is owned by Royal Aloha Franchise Company, LLC. For more information, visit www.badasscoffee.com Stay connected to Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii on Facebook www.facebook.com/badasscoffeeofhawaii and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/badasscoffeeofhawaii/.

18 06, 2020

Assisted Living Locators Goes Purple To Support Alzheimer’s Association’s The Longest Day

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-18T10:36:21-04:00June 18th, 2020|Tags: Alzheimer's Association, assisted living communities, Assisted Living Locators, franchisee sales training, in-home care, independent retirement options, memory care, senior care placement|

Company Changes Logo To Purple, Franchisees Nationwide Take Purple Pledge To Raise Awareness, Funds for Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

PHOENIX — Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide senior placement and referral service, will “go purple” to support Alzheimer’s Association’s The Longest Day, June 20. The company will change its logo to purple and its 140 franchise offices across the U.S. will join the movement by taking the Purple Pledge, promising to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s and dementia this month.

The color purple has been chosen to help raise Alzheimer’s awareness as The Alzheimer’s Association encourages people to “Go Purple with a Purpose” throughout the month. The height of the fundraising efforts takes place on the longest day of the year, the summer solstice on June 20. The Longest Day event shines light on the 5.7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease and the more than 16 million family members and friends providing care and support.

In June, Assisted Living Locators will change it company logo to purple on its corporate website and franchisee social media channels to show solidarity for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. The purple logo will be displayed until the end of Dementia Awareness Week on July 10.

Additionally, Assisted Living Locators senior care advisors will wear purple and share photos on social media, as well as participate in a variety of Longest Day fund-raising and dementia care education events. The company recently became the first senior placement service to achieve dementia care system-certification to help families find, at no cost, independent living, assisted living, and memory care options.

“With a nationwide network of senior care advisors that are dementia care certified, we have the opportunity to make a positive impact in raising awareness about Alzheimer’s and dementia care in communities across the country,” said Angela Olea, Assisted Living Locators CEO RN. “Our dementia care training enables us to provide much-needed support to families, educating them about the disease and what facilities are best suited for their loved ones.”

If you’re noticing changes in your loved one’s cognitive health and have questions about dementia care, speak to an Assisted Living Locators Senior Care Advisor at 877-266-7788 or visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

17 06, 2020

Always Best Care Announces New Owner Of Upper Chesapeake Territory In Maryland

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-17T12:16:08-04:00June 17th, 2020|Tags: Always Best Care Senior Services, Always in Touch program, assisted living placement services, non-medical in-home care, senior care franchise systems, skilled home health care|

Local Entrepreneur Now Providing Award-Winning Senior Care Services in Harford, Cecil and Baltimore Counties.

ROSEVILLE, Calif. — Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, announced today that local entrepreneur and registered nurse Tamara Riley has assumed ownership of its Upper Chesapeake territory in Maryland. Always Best Care of Upper Chesapeake, located at 1220 E. Churchville Road, Suite 102 in Bel Air, has served the greater Baltimore area, including communities throughout Harford, Cecil and Baltimore counties, since January of 2013.

“We are very pleased to welcome Tamara to Always Best Care and we have every confidence that she will provide high-quality senior services in the greater Baltimore area,” said Jake Brown, President and CEO of Always Best Care. “The experience and expertise she gained in her career as a registered nurse will prove to be very beneficial as we continue to face the challenges of the pandemic and the demand for in-home care services. We look forward to Tamara’s continued high level of care for the seniors in Baltimore well into the future.”

Prior to joining Always Best Care, Tamara served local area hospitals as a registered nurse where she developed a passion for geriatric care. Her experience in the field will prove to be invaluable in her new role as owner of the Upper Chesapeake territory. She graduated from the University of Maryland University College earning a Bachelor of Science with a major in nursing and minor in business administration. A resident of Harford County, Tamara has been active member of the community for several years and is involved in a number of local charities including Show Your Soft Side, SARC-Maryland and the Torrey Smith Family Fund.

“When I was approached with the opportunity to purchase Always Best Care’s Upper Chesapeake territory close by to where my family resides, considering my educational background and work experience, passion for geriatric care, and active involvement in my local community, it felt like the perfect fit for me and I knew I couldn’t turn down the opportunity,” said Tamara Riley. “Caring for seniors and serving others has always been so important to me, and Always Best Care has allowed me to continue that line of my work while also becoming a business owner. I couldn’t be more grateful and am eager to continue serving my community in this new venture.”

Always Best Care is one of the nation’s leading providers of non-medical in-home care and assisted living referral services. The company delivers its services through an international network of more than 200 independently owned and operated franchise territories throughout the United States and Canada.

By working with case managers, social workers, discharge planners, doctors, and families, Always Best Care franchise owners provide affordable, comprehensive solutions that can be specifically matched to meet a client’s particular physical or social needs. The hallmark services of Always Best Care include non-medical in-home care and assisted living finder and referral services, with skilled home health care in some limited markets.

For additional information on services available through Always Best Care of Upper Chesapeake, or for a free evaluation, please call (410) 877-3787, email abcuc@abc-seniors.com and visit https://www.alwaysbestcare.com/md/fallston/.

About Always Best Care

Founded in 1996, Always Best Care Senior Services is based on the belief that having the right people for the right level of care means peace of mind for the client and family. Always Best Care assists seniors with a wide range of conditions and personal needs, and currently provides millions of hours of care every year. Franchise opportunities are available to individuals interested in leveraging the company’s clear strategy and proven track record for delivering affordable, dependable service to seniors in their local areas.

Always Best Care also offers an exclusive program called Always in Touch, a telephone reassurance program that provides a daily phone call to seniors and disabled adults who are living alone and have limited contact with the outside world. Always in Touch is a national telephone reassurance program offered in the USA and Canada. For more information on Always in Touch, or to request an application, visit www.Always-In-Touch.com.

16 06, 2020

Assisted Living Locators Continues To Set Record Franchise Growth In 2020 Amidst COVID-19, Ranked #1 Fastest Growing Senior Placement Franchise By Entrepreneur Magazine

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-16T11:53:43-04:00June 16th, 2020|Tags: assisted living communities, Assisted Living Locators, franchisee sales training, in-home care, independent retirement options, memory care, senior care placement|

PHOENIX — Assisted Living Locators, a leading senior placement and referral service, continues to set record franchise growth by awarding a dozen new franchises in 2020 amidst COVID-19. The company was also recently ranked #1 in the senior placement space in Entrepreneur‘s Fastest-Growing Franchises list. This highly competitive list recognizes the 150 companies with the greatest franchise unit growth in North America, based on data submitted for Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® ranking.

“The needs of an aging population continue to grow and so too does Assisted Living Locators,” said Angela Olea, Assisted Living Locators RN CEO. “Even during the pandemic, we are experiencing a surge in interest from franchisee candidates who recognize the senior space growth potential and how essential our services are. Ranking #1 as the fastest growing senior placement franchise by Entrepreneur is a huge honor and testament to our leadership in the senior care industry. We credit this success to the strength of our brand and our franchisees who help thousands of seniors and families each day.”

With social distancing and quarantine restrictions, Assisted Living Locators has adapted to assisting families with virtual technology and new franchise owner online training sessions. In 2020, the organization has welcomed a dozen new locations for Assisted Living Locators in Harrisburg and Berwyn, PA; South Salt Lake City, UT; Lansing, MI; Gastonia, NC; Coachella Valley, CA; Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE; North Baltimore, MD; Plano, TX; and three territories in Bellevue–Tacoma, WA.

“Our record pace of signing new franchisees even during the pandemic is an indication of the tremendous opportunity in the senior care market,” explained Olea. “Assisted Living Locators offers an affordable franchise opportunity with a growing customer base, where you can make a difference in your community. We encourage qualified candidates to apply as we expand across the U.S.”

About Assisted Living Locators

Assisted Living Locators offers a no cost, nationwide senior care placement and referral service for in-home companion care, independent retirement options, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities. The company has 140 franchisees in 36 states and the District of Columbia. To view Assisted Living Locators in the Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® full ranking, visit here.

To learn more about Assisted Living Locators franchising, call 800-267-7816 or visit: www.assistedlivinglocatorsfranchise.com.

16 06, 2020

RSVP Advertising Driving Results for Businesses Through Targeted Direct Mail Marketing

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-16T11:40:21-04:00June 16th, 2020|Tags: business services, business-to-consumer advertisers, direct advertising, RSVP advertising|

Alliance Franchise Brands model capitalizes on home, lifestyle services.

PLYMOUTH, Mich. — Spending more time at home due to the pandemic is prompting homeowners across the country to make improvements to their living spaces that are now playing double-duty as workspaces. And as the weather warms in several regions, outdoor home projects are ramping up as home services providers get back to work.

To capitalize on home and lifestyle product and service sales opportunities, local, regional and national brands are turning to effective direct marketing solutions that are targeted to affluent neighborhoods.

“Direct mail has always been a strong channel, but it’s especially effective today as more people are working from and staying closer to home – and their mailboxes,” according to RSVP Advertising Brand Leader Dori Bennett. “RSVP franchise members, part of the Alliance Franchise Brands network, work with a wide range of business-to-consumer advertisers in more than 65 U.S. markets to deliver high-quality professionally designed and produced mailers.”

“For advertisers, reaching prospects and buyers is top of mind for companies of all sizes,” Bennett continued. “Our direct mail luxury card packs sent to a targeted audience are a safe and effective way to help businesses reach the mass affluent homeowners who are ready to buy.”

The RSVP franchise model drives qualified leads to businesses, targeting homeowners who are most likely to purchase home remodeling, professional landscaping and other lifestyle services.

“We have proven RSVP works for our advertisers, even during an economic downturn,” said Aaron Riggs, RSVP franchise owner in Seattle and Tacoma, Wash. “In April and May, we saw great results – especially for home improvements companies who provide services outside the home. We are helping brands reach people where they are right now.”

Scott Rubel, RSVP franchise owner in Phoenix, Ariz., said, “Our recent mailing delivered the highest call volume in one day that we’ve ever had in the 25 years we’ve been in business. There’s power in direct mail when you do it right, and RSVP delivers.”

To learn more about how RSVP is helping businesses reach high-value prospects, visit www.rsvpadvertising.com or call 800-726-9050.

About Alliance Franchise Brands

Alliance Franchise Brands LLC and its subsidiary, KK Printing Canada ULC, are the franchisors of more than 600 locations in North America operating the company’s brands: Allegra Marketing Print Mail, Image360, Signs Now, Signs By Tomorrow, KKP, Insty-Prints, American Speedy Printing Centers and RSVP Advertising.

Independently owned and operated franchises provide national, regional and local businesses and organizations with a one-stop resource for technologically advanced solutions for their printing, marketing and graphics communications. For more information, visit https://alliancefranchisebrands.com/. For RSVP franchise offerings, visit https://www.rsvpadvertising.com/franchising/.

12 06, 2020

5 Tips for Staying Powered Up Through California’s Wildfire Season

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-12T11:53:03-04:00June 12th, 2020|Tags: Batteries Plus Bulbs, phone repair services, retailer of batteries, specialty light bulbs|

As experts anticipate a prolonged wildfire season, Batteries Plus Bulbs offers precautions.

HARTLAND, Wis. — Last year’s public safety power shut-offs left more than 2.6 million California residents without power for varying amounts of time. With longer, more intense wildfire seasons projected for 2020, it’s more important than ever for Californians to be prepared to be without power for an extended period of time and ready to evacuate their homes at a moment’s notice.

Batteries Plus Bulbs, the nation’s largest battery and light bulb franchise, is sharing five precautions that California residents can take in order to stay powered up through a power outage or evacuation.

Store an Emergency Kit in Your Home: Stock your kit with first-aid supplies, nonperishable food, bottled water, a battery-powered radio, flashlights, a portable charger and extra batteries.
Purchase a Generator: A generator can be a great investment if you’re concerned about powering up your home during an extended power outage. Have a backup battery on hand for your generator and familiarize yourself with how it operates ahead of time.
Stock Up on Backup Batteries for Essential Devices: Purchase backup batteries for mobility scooters, glucose meters, hearing aids and other medical devices. Also consider whether backup batteries could be useful for other items in your home, like your sump pump.
Keep an Emergency Kit in Your Car: Include jumper cables, a jack, wheel wrench and other basic tools in addition to bottled water, a first-aid kit and an inverter that allows you to plug devices like phones or laptops into your car battery to charge.
Have Spare Keys Handy: To avoid searching for your keys while evacuating, keep a spare set in a handy location. Make sure your extra keys include a fob with a fully charged battery.

“Being prepared before a public safety power shut-off is announced will allow California residents to avoid needing to scramble for supplies at the last minute,” said Scott Williams, CEO of Batteries Plus Bulbs. “They can stop by their local Batteries Plus Bulbs store to stock up on batteries, flashlights and other products that will help them stay safe in an emergency.”

To learn more about staying powered up during wildfire season, visit Batteries Plus Bulbs’ emergency preparedness page, or visit your nearest Batteries Plus Bulbs store.

About Batteries Plus Bulbs:

Batteries Plus Bulbs, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Hartland, WI, is a leading omni channel retailer of batteries, specialty light bulbs and phone repair services for the direct-to-consumer and commercial channels. The retailer also offers key programming, replacement and cutting services. Through a nationwide network of stores, the company offers a differentiated value proposition of unrivaled product selection, in-stock availability and customer service. Batteries Plus Bulbs is owned by Freeman Spogli, a private equity firm based in Los Angeles and New York City. For additional information, visit www.batteriesplus.com.

12 06, 2020

Interim HealthCare Inc. Launches Dementia Caregiver’s Guide to Support Family Members

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-06-12T11:39:37-04:00June 12th, 2020|Tags: homecare services, hospice and healthcare staffing services, Interim HealthCare, senior care|

In honor of Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month, Interim HealthCare is committed to helping family caregivers navigate the complexities of dementia patient needs.

SUNRISE, Fla. — Interim HealthCare Inc., the nation’s leading franchise network of home care, senior care, home health and hospice and healthcare staffing services, today launched a free Dementia Caregiver’s Guide to provide valuable insight, resources and advice to those caring for a loved one living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.

The prevalence of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease is rapidly growing in the United States. Currently, there are an estimated 5.6 million people living with age-based dementias and nearly 16 million people caring for them in the U.S. Meanwhile, the number of people with Alzheimer’s disease alone is expected to nearly triple by 2050, as the overall population continues to age.

“We hope that our Dementia Caregiver’s Guide will offer support for the countless family members who tirelessly give their empathy, time and resources to care for loved ones facing memory care diseases,” said Jennifer Sheets, Interim HealthCare Inc. president and CEO. “During Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month and throughout the year, Interim HealthCare is committed to supporting the well-being of family members and our patients, while delivering comprehensive and compassionate care for cognitive conditions in the home.”

The Interim HealthCare Dementia Caregiver’s Guide was developed in partnership with Teepa Snow, one of the world’s leading educators on dementia and the founder of the Positive Approach® to Care (PAC™). This resource provides information for recognizing the signs and stages of dementia, and how to provide positive care to a loved one following the proven Teepa Snow PAC methodology. The guide was designed to help family caregivers:

Gain the specialized knowledge needed to care for loved ones with dementia.
Understand how dementia can affect themselves and their family member.
Learn practical steps to navigate the progressing stages of dementia, and how to manage their role as a caregiver.

In addition to providing this new family caregiving resource, Interim HealthCare offers a specialized patient-centered Cognitive Care Program with a focus on dementia. Utilizing a science-backed approach to dementia care, Interim HealthCare’s clinicians are specifically trained to better understand how a patient’s brain is changing at each stage of disease progression and how to respond with safe, comfortable and meaningful home care.

This specialized Cognitive Care program is also a part of the Interim HealthCare’s HomeLife Enrichment® signature standard of care, that encompasses the mind, body, spirit and family, to improve the overall health and wellbeing of its patients and those around them.

“I applaud Interim HealthCare’s commitment to meeting the specific needs of those living with dementia by using the Positive Approach to Care,” said Teepa Snow, founder of the PAC and a dementia care expert. “The company’s new guide will provide family caregivers with dementia knowledge, resources and tips to support their loved one, and to care for themselves as the stress of caregiving can really take a toll.”

Download the free Dementia Caregiver’s Guide here, and learn more about Interim HealthCare’s Cognitive Care Program here.

About Interim HealthCare Inc.

Interim HealthCare Inc., founded in 1966, is a leading national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing. It is part of Caring Brands International, which also includes UK-based Bluebird Care and Australia-based Just Better Care, both well-known franchise brands in their countries. With more than 530 franchise locations in seven countries, Caring Brands International is a global healthcare leader.

Interim HealthCare in the United States is unique in combining the commitment of local ownership with the support of a national organization that develops innovative programs and quality standards that improve the delivery of service. Franchisees employ nurses, therapists, aides, companions and other healthcare professionals who provide 25 million hours of home care service to 190,000 people each year, meeting a variety of home health, senior care, hospice, palliative care, pediatric care and healthcare staffing needs. For more information or to locate an Interim HealthCare office, visit www.interimhealthcare.com.

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