Approved Senior Network®
Care Across America
"Care Across America, an Approved Senior Network® Podcast" —your go-to source for engaging conversations and practical insights from home care and senior care experts across the United States. Each episode will spotlight industry professionals, and their referral networks, sharing impactful stories, proven strategies, and innovative solutions in senior care. This podcast is perfect for professionals, adult children of aging parents, and family members struggling with senior care choices and care.
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Jun 5, 2026
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Building A Family-Owned Home Care Team In Northern Kentucky 05.06.2026 13:22
Burnout doesn’t start with a crisis. It starts with the quiet build: laundry stacking up, missed meals, a sink that never empties, and the constant feeling that you’re failing someone you love. Marcus O’Malley, owner of Caring Excellence Northern Kentucky, joins us to talk about what families actually need from home care when life gets heavy and confusing, and why the real goal isn’t just getting...
How A Family-Owned Home Care Agency Earns Trust Across Eastern Massachusetts 05.06.2026 10:52
A home care agency can look great on paper and still fail families where it matters most: the handoff between worry and real support. We sit down with Erica Tomasello, owner and CEO of Care Resolutions Incorporated, to talk about what she’s learned over 28+ years providing senior care and in-home caregiving across Eastern Massachusetts. Her story starts as a family business that stayed in the fami...
Why Communication And Planning Keep Seniors Out Of The Hospital- Sid Gerber, Houston, TX 16.12.2025 28:25
A quiet fever, a missed noon dose, a confusing discharge packet—small cracks that can send an elder into a chaotic ER spiral. We bring together two seasoned pros, Sid Gerber and nurse case manager Maddie Bunch, to show how thoughtful planning, trained caregivers, and fast communication keep loved ones safe at home and out of the hospital. Their stories span ICU nights, VA leadership, dementia care...
From Kitchen Table to Multi-State Success: The Story of CareCo Founder, Helga Pfanner 07.12.2025 19:34
A tiny cup of vanilla and a wooden spoon changed everything. That stark image of a proud father in a rehab hallway pushed Helga Pfanner to bring him home—and to build CareCo, a home care model that treats dignity, joy, and reliability as daily practices, not slogans. From those first days at a kitchen table to a multi‑state operation across Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, we...
Building Trust And Dignity In Home Care- Steve Whatley, HomeWell, Plano, TX 07.12.2025 18:20
A single phone call can change everything. When a hospital discharge looms and panic sets in, the difference between chaos and calm is a voice that knows the path. We talk with Steve Whatley of Home Care Services in Plano, Texas, about turning personal experience into a stable, humane system that puts dignity and independence first. After seven years caring for his father, Steve and his wife Lesli...
Local care, real voices, and a life that keeps you moving- Avalon Park Independent Living 12.10.2025 7:57
What if senior living felt less like a facility and more like a second home? We sit down with Meghan Schmitz and Lisa Smith from Avalon Park to share how a locally owned, all‑inclusive community in Cottleville, Missouri turns everyday life into something richer—through voice, speed, and heart. We walk through the details that matter: studios to two‑bedrooms with full kitchens, balconies, and in‑un...
From Trigger Event to Trusted Care: How Aviva In Home Care Delivers Reliable, Concierge-Level Support Across the Bay Area 05.10.2025 15:52
A hospital stay changes everything—routines, risks, and the decisions families must make under pressure. We open the door on a boutique, white-glove approach to home care that moves fast when life turns, and moves thoughtfully when families want time to plan. With Evan Loevner of Aviva In Home Care, we explore what it takes to deliver reliable, compassionate support across San Francisco, San Mateo...
Beyond Basic Care: How BrightCare Is Revolutionizing South Louisiana's Home Care Industry 13.09.2025 21:39
Watch the full video here: https://homecaremarketingnews.com/the-heart-of-home-care-an-inside-look-at-brightcare-homecare-in-louisiana-with-jamie-arton/ What does it take to grow a home care agency from a simple desire to help people into a thriving multi-region operation? Jamie Arten, owner of BrightCare Home Care, reveals the heartfelt journey and strategic decisions behind her company's re...
The Compassionate Business of Caring for Others at Fresh Perspective in Southwest Michigan 06.09.2025 26:41
🌟 19 Years of Compassionate Care in Southwest Michigan 🌟 Meet Shelly Nutter, Area VP at Fresh Perspective Home Care. For 17 years, she’s led with heart, building a culture where caregivers feel valued and families feel supported. 💬 “Our caregivers are the heart and soul of the agency. When they feel cared for, they give back tenfold to the clients they serve.” Highlights from the conversation:...
Enhancing Independence: A Caring Touch's Approach to Home Care 01.09.2025 16:11
The journey of finding quality home care often begins with confusion and overwhelm. What services are available? How do you choose the right agency? In this enlightening conversation, Junie Baratti, COO of A Caring Touch Home Care, pulls back the curtain on what makes exceptional home care work. Drawing from an impressive 40-year career in the industry, Barotti explains the comprehensive approach...
Building a Compassionate Companion Care Empire Across Upstate New York 22.08.2025 14:37
The search for quality home care often begins during a crisis, when families need compassionate, reliable help—fast. Mark McDermott understands this reality perfectly, having built Touching Hearts at Home into a companion care powerhouse serving Rochester, Syracuse, Buffalo, and Albany over the past 18 years. What makes Touching Hearts different? Their exclusive focus on companion care allows them...
From Two Offices to Ten: Building a Customer-First Home Care Business 17.08.2025 19:40
Visit HomeCare Professionals at https://hcprosonline.com Or Call: (866) 940-4855 #homecare #seniorcare #homecareprofessionals #elderlycareservices #california #norcal Twenty years ago, Andy Howard founded Home Care Professionals with a vision to provide quality non-medical home care to seniors across Northern California. Today, alongside his business partner Don Franks, they've grown from a...
How Compassionate Care Changes Lives: A Conversation with Diana Tucker 08.08.2025 12:54
https://privatehomecare.com SERVICE AREAS St. Louis Southern IL Kansas City Lee’s Summit Chicago 9338 Olive Blvd., Suite 200 Olivette, MO 63132 (314) 492-4005 From humble beginnings in St. Louis to a multi-state operation spanning the Midwest, Private Home Care has transformed countless lives while staying true to its founding principle: providing the kind of care they'd want for their own fa...
From Client's Family to Company Advocate: Amber Corbin's Journey with Home Care 31.07.2025 21:01
What happens when your personal and professional worlds collide in the realm of caregiving? Amber Corbin knows this intersection intimately. As Central Nebraska's Business Relationship Development Specialist for AmanaCare, she guides families through the often overwhelming process of arranging home care – but her expertise doesn't just come from professional training. Six years ago, Ambe...
From Brooklyn to Beyond: Building a 39-Year Legacy in Home Healthcare 25.07.2025 11:33
Ever wonder what it takes to build a healthcare company that truly cares? Stephen Sternbach, President and CEO of Star MultiCare, shares the remarkable journey that began 39 years ago with a no-money-down deal for a small Brooklyn nurse's registry. Stephen's story isn't just about business growth – it's about understanding what makes exceptional care possible. From his early da...
Incredicare's Approach: Building Relationships That Empower Seniors to Stay Independent 15.07.2025 18:01
Guy Pelullo from Incredicare shares how professional caregivers help seniors maintain their independence while ensuring their safety in their own homes. Balancing dignity with protection requires skill, patience, and a deep understanding of the emotional challenges seniors face when accepting help. • Most seniors initially resist home care even when children recognize the need • Starting with fewe...
HomeWatch Caregivers: 45 Years of Innovation in Aging at Home - Todd Houghton, CEO 15.07.2025 16:05
The aging landscape is transforming dramatically, and HomeWatch Caregivers stands at the forefront of this evolution with 45 years of expertise and innovation. Todd Houghton, President and CEO, reveals how the organization has grown beyond traditional companion and personal care services to meet seniors exactly where they are in their care journey. Recognizing that 92% of seniors wish to age at ho...
Happier at Home: Building a Client-Centered In-Home Care Business 02.07.2025 24:08
What does it really take to keep seniors happy, safe, and independent at home? Marie Rodriguez, President and CEO of Happier at Home, built her Rochester-based home care agency from a deeply personal place—watching the right caregivers transform her mother's end-of-life experience while giving her father crucial respite. Seven years later, her thriving agency serves five counties across upsta...
Cardinal Home Care: Building Trust in Northern Virginia Families 02.07.2025 24:11
What happens when a home care agency owner launches his business just as a global pandemic begins? Meet Dale York, whose Cardinal Home Care agency in Northern Virginia has thrived despite starting under the most challenging circumstances imaginable. Dale's journey into home care began in the mid-90s when he discovered his passion while working in an HR position at a local agency. "As soo...
What Happens in Vegas Stays in Good Hands: The Golden Companies 02.07.2025 9:39
Ever wondered what a truly comprehensive approach to senior care might look like? Bob Swatkins has built exactly that with his Golden Companies consortium in Las Vegas, creating a seamless ecosystem where seniors can transition through different levels of care while staying within one trusted organization. Swatkins walks us through his impressive portfolio of services: Golden Heart Senior Care for...
Revolutionizing Home Care: The Future is Now- with Angel Abrego 22.06.2025 28:32
Angel Abrego is transforming home healthcare with a revolutionary approach that combines hands-on care with cutting-edge technology. As the founder of Elite Premier Nursing Services, Elite Infusion Services, and Elite VCM, Angel has built a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem that serves clients across South Florida with everything from traditional caregiving to holistic IV therapies and innovative...
Dina Chatwin & Lindsey Mendenhall, w/ FirstLight Home Care, Denver, Featured on Care Across America 22.06.2025 22:52
The most profound realizations often come in our darkest moments. For the owners of FirstLight Home Care, personal experiences with family illness revealed the critical importance of compassionate in-home care. When one founder's mother battled cancer, suffering multiple falls and expressing her heartfelt wish to "just go home," it sparked a transformative journey into understanding...
Valerie Darling with Home Care Matters & Home Care Quote Interviewed on Care Across America 06.06.2025 29:52
When most families reach out for home care, they're already in crisis mode. They need help immediately, but have no idea what services actually cost or why. This fundamental disconnect has plagued the home care industry for years – until now. Valerie Darling, owner of Home Care Matters in Georgia, developed an innovative solution called "Home Care Quote" that's revolutionizing...
From IT and Teaching to Home Care: Serving Seniors and Veterans in Jacksonville 21.05.2025 14:17
What happens when an IT professional and a teacher decide to reinvent home care? Matthew and Tracy Hardy of Assisting Hands South Jacksonville share their remarkable journey of building a care agency that breaks industry norms by eliminating minimum hours requirements, deposits, and long-term contracts. The Hardys approach home care with a dual mission: serving clients with compassion while creati...
Making Care Happen: Insights from a Home Care Scheduling Director 14.05.2025 7:01
Ever wonder who's behind the scenes making sure your loved ones receive consistent, quality care at home? Meet Heather Savoie, Director of Scheduling for AmanaCare's North Platte office, who pulls back the curtain on one of home care's most challenging roles. After transitioning from care coordinator to scheduling director, Heather now orchestrates the complex dance of matching care...
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