Each year, the foundation will be awarding five scholarships of up to $2,000 to deserving caregivers who wish to further their education in a care-related field. Applicants do not have to be associated with Griswold Home Care, and the funds will be paid directly to the institution where the caregiver will be receiving education. The foundation plans to announce its first set of scholarship recipients later this spring.

Meeting critical homecare needs for seniors has been at the heart of Griswold Home Care since its inception 40 years ago, which is why it’s no surprise that the Jean Griswold Foundation – named for the late founder of the country’s first non-medical homecare franchise – is continuing that mission by launching a National Caregiver Scholarship Program. At least five scholarships will be awarded to qualified caregivers throughout 2022.

We are so excited to announce that The Jean Griswold Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications! The foundation will award five scholarships of up to $2,000 to caregivers looking to further their education in a care-related field.

The Foundation has set a goal of raising $75,000 by October 28, 2021, which coincides with the first ever Blue Jean Gala taking place at Griswold Home Care’s annual conference in Philadelphia. With support from Griswold Home Care employees, the Griswold International Board of Directors, franchise owners and staff, and private donors, it is hoped that the goal will not only be met but exceeded during the 12-week campaign.

Going forward, the foundation's new primary goal will be to support caregivers who are experiencing personal hardships or in need of financial assistance to further their education.