Elder abuse, the intentional or negligent acts by a caregiver or trusted individual that causes harm to an older person, is a widespread injustice with many consequences for our society. A comprehensive review published in 2015 by the New England Journal of Medicine found that approximately one in ten seniors is the victim of elder [...]
Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads an observance of Older Americans Month to celebrate the older adults in our communities. Their unique experience and talents benefit their family, peers and neighbors every day. In a special message to Congress in 1976 regarding the Older Americans Act, President Gerald Ford spoke eloquently about [...]
Kadan’s Director of Operations and Business Relations, Dina Kadan-White, speaks with WSB-TV news about caring for Metro Atlanta families during the pandemic.
According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, nearly one million people are living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in the United States alone, and approximately 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with it each year. Every April, the foundation sponsors Parkinson’s Awareness Month to educate the community about the disease and how those diagnosed with it can improve their lives. [...]
Did you know that diabetes affects about 30.3 million Americans but nearly 1 in 4 adults living with the disease are unaware that they have it? The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is sponsoring Diabetes Alert Day on March 24, 2020 as an opportunity to raise awareness of the disease. The organization encourages everyone to learn [...]
March is Social Work Month, and it’s a great time to celebrate the noble profession of social work. This year’s theme of ‘Generations Strong’ particularly resonates with Jill Powell, Kadan’s very own social worker. Her mother is a social worker herself and inspired Jill to pursue social work as a career. “I was raised in [...]
Family-owned agency reflects on more than three decades of excellence in serving Metro Atlanta families
Atlanta, GA – December 17, 2019 – Kadan Homecare, an award-winning provider of high quality home health services, is celebrating 35 years of serving Atlanta-area families with distinction. The company’s stellar reputation and impeccable track record are built on its fundamental commitment to treating clients like family and helping them live with dignity and independence.