VETERANS ISSUE
Navy Veteran Launches Senior Care Franchise in Oakland, Ca! by Michael Stavrinakis, Consultant, The Franchise Consulting Company
JOY DAVIS WAS DRAWN TO SENIOR CARE AUTHORITY DUE TO THEIR EXCELLENT REPUTATION, CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE, EXPERTISE, AND VARIOUS REVENUE STREAMS...
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oy Davis has a rich and diverse background in the U.S. Military and the healthcare industry, with over thirteen years of experience. She began her journey as a Nurse Assistant and then joined the military as a hospital corpsman and surgical technician. During her military service, she was stationed at Naval Medical Center in San Diego, CA, and obtained invaluable knowledge and experience. After her military service, she pursued further education and obtained a bachelor's degree in public health and a second-degree accelerated Nursing Program, leading to her graduation in August 2019. Joy's nursing career officially began in March 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, where she worked for the Veterans
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Affairs as a Medical-Surgical Oncology Nurse. Her military experience greatly aided her in adapting to the dynamic and rapidly changing healthcare environment during the pandemic. She developed a passion for geriatrics and palliative care, emphasizing the importance of advanced care planning and palliative care in healthcare settings. In her pursuit to make a meaningful impact in geriatrics and palliative care, Joy decided to become a senior care advisor
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through a franchise business. She meticulously researched and chose Senior Care Authority, a company that aligns with her values and aspirations. The franchise model appealed to her as it provided a proven system and resources for a smoother start in her role as a Senior Care Advisor. Joy was drawn to Senior Care Authority due to their excellent reputation, culture of excellence, expertise, and various revenue streams beyond eldercare consulting and placement, such as Beyond Driving with Dignity and Employee Assistance Solutions for Eldercare (EASE). One influential factor in her decision-making process was the Senior Meeting with the CEO of Senior Care Authority, Frank Samson, which further solidified her decision and excitement to be part of the company. Joy looks forward to growing with the Senior Care Authority and making a positive difference in the lives of seniors and their families during challenging times. ABOUT THE AUTHOR To learn more about Veterans opportunities and discounts in the Franchise Industry please contact Michael Stavrinakis at mstav@ thefranchieconsultingcompany.com.