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Making a Difference for Children and Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Jennifer Novy, owner of Amada NorthShore, was deeply honored to have co-chaired with Jill Scott Rueth, the Misericordia 2025 Heart of Mercy Ball. Misericordia, Heart of Mercy provides a loving home and exceptional care for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. “I am so grateful to be a part of the women’s board, who strives to make a difference for everyone involved,” says Jennifer.

“Amada NorthShore and Amada Franchise Inc. were so happy to be a sponsor for the event.”

Collage featuring Misericordia Heart of Mercy event attendees and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Collage showing Misericordia Heart of Mercy staff and residents celebrating care and community support.
Collage displaying Misericordia Heart of Mercy 2025 Heart of Mercy Ball event highlights and attendees.

Jennifer Novy: 2025 Most Valuable Player Among Amada Franchise Owners

Congratulations to Jennifer Novy, owner of Amada Senior Care NorthShore, serving the Western Suburbs and the North Side of Chicago, IL, on being named the 2025 Most Valuable Player Among Amada Franchise Owners!

Jennifer’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care, supporting families, and leading with compassion has made a lasting impact on her team, clients, and community. Her dedication to excellence, servant leadership, and passion for helping seniors age with dignity embody the very best of the Amada mission.

This well-deserved recognition celebrates not only her outstanding business achievements, but also the meaningful difference she makes in the lives of seniors and their families, as well as healthcare partners in the senior care continuum, every day. Congratulations, Jennifer, on this incredible honor!

Jennifer Novy celebrates at Amada Franchise Inc.'s annual conference with fellow Amada Senior Care franchise owners.
Jennifer Novy gathers with her Amada Senior Care peers at the franchise conference.
Jennifer Novy is congratulated as she heads toward the awards stage at Amada's annual conference.
President Chad Fotheringham and CEO-Founder Tafa Jefferson pose with Jennifer Novy at the 2025 Amada Conference MVP award ceremony.

Celebrating Nurses Week with Lunch at Citadel of Wilmette

This celebration traces back to the legacy of Florence Nightingale, whose work during the Crimean War helped shape modern nursing, and is observed each year in May to honor her birthday. We at Amada Senior Care Northshore recognize the compassion, skill, and resilience nurses bring to every patient interaction. From lifesaving care to everyday kindness, their impact is immeasurable—thank you for all that you do to keep our communities healthy and supported.

Amada Senior Care Northshore nurses and staff gathered at Citadel of Wilmette during Nurses Week celebration lunch.
Group of healthcare nurses smiling together at Nurses Week recognition event with lunch at Citadel facility.
Amada Senior Care nurses honored during May Nurses Week celebration with catered lunch at Citadel of Wilmette.
Healthcare professionals celebrating Nurses Week together at Citadel of Wilmette during appreciation lunch gathering.

Caregiver Appreciation at Amada NorthShore

During our most recent Caregiver Connection at Amada NorthShore, we in-serviced our caregivers about the differences between Home Care, Home Health, Palliative, and Hospice care practices. Together, we discussed best care practices in the home and practiced writing great care notes for clients and families.

Group of Amada NorthShore caregivers gathered together at Caregiver Connection event.
Jenny celebrates with caregiver Elizabeth who received Perfect Attendance award.
Mary Joy recognized for six years of caregiving service at Amada NorthShore.
Monthly perfect attendance prize raffle winner announcement at Amada NorthShore.

Amada NorthShore Participates in Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Amada Northshore is proud to share pictures from the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®! This was the largest event to raise funds and awareness for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association®. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, and our team is excited to share that we at Amada Senior Care raised funds and volunteered for the day. Thank you for all who participated this year, either in person or in spirit. We couldn’t have done it without the help from fellow community members like you.

Amada NorthShore team members participating in the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's event in their community.
Amada Senior Care staff and volunteers gathered together at the Walk to End Alzheimer's fundraising event.

Offering CEU Programs to Our Senior Healthcare Partners

Amada Senior Care NorthShore offers several free CEUs each month, on topics such as: Hospital Re-Admission Prevention, Implicit Bias, Mandated Reporting, Fall Risk Prevention, Chronic Illnesses of Older Adults, Mental Health Wellness in the Workplace, Long Term Care Insurance, Veteran Benefits, etc.

Jennifer Novy, owner of Amada NorthShore, was the featured presenter at the National Aging in Place Council’s CEU program, “Supporting Seniors to Age in Place: Resources and Community Partnerships” held in June for an audience of case managers, RNs, and LCSWs. Jennifer holds an MA in Gerontology and an MS in Therapeutic Recreation and is a Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer.

To request a CEU presentation for your organization, call Amada NorthShore at 847-324-9450.

Educational presentation slide about chronic pain management in older adults for a continuing education unit.
Jennifer Novy and Cathy speaking at Lake Forest Hospital CEU event with Elevate Care and Arden Courts signage.

Heart in Hands: Caregiver of the Month

Each month, Amada Twin Cities proudly honors one exceptional caregiver who goes above and beyond in their service to others. Our Caregiver of the Month is chosen for their unwavering dedication to our clients and their embodiment of the comforting, competent, communicative, committed, compassionate, confidently humble values that define our caregiving community.

Amada Twin Cities Caregiver of the Month: Seble

Seble is known for her reliability, steady presence, and willingness to step in whenever help is needed, picking up extra shifts, responding to last-minute needs, and always arriving with professionalism, positivity, and heart. She brings the same care and dedication she gives her own family to every family she serves.

One family shared:

“Seble is the best!!! She is willing to do whatever is needed to be done. Always pleasant and SMILING. A big THANK YOU to Seble.”

Seble recently showed exceptional composure during a medical emergency involving a client’s wife, remaining calm and providing immediate support and comfort when it mattered most.

When asked why she chose caregiving, Seble shared that helping others gives her purpose and fulfillment and allows her to build meaningful connections.

Seble received special recognition, a bonus, and our heartfelt thanks—but most importantly, our gratitude for the difference she makes every day. 


Connecting Veterans to In-Home Care

We are proud to support Twin Cities Veterans by hosting resource fairs, sponsoring recognition events, and participating in local support groups. One way we serve is through our presentation, Understanding Care-Based VA Benefits: A Practical Guide for Veterans and Their Families.

This session helps Veterans and their loved ones understand key VA benefits, including home and community-based services, Aid & Attendance, and general eligibility guidelines. Designed for caregivers, family members, and anyone supporting a Veteran, the presentation offers practical guidance to navigate available programs and connect Veterans with the care they’ve earned.

If you’d like to bring this session to your organization or community group, contact us at 763-307-9138 to schedule a presentation.


Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s has touched far too many families, including many we serve and love. Our team remains committed to supporting the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other forms of dementia, because every step forward brings hope, strength, and better care for those who need it most.

Recently, our Amada Senior Care team participated in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joining thousands across the community to raise funds for care, support, and groundbreaking research. Although the event has passed, our commitment continues year-round.

Thank you for standing with us, today and always, in the fight against Alzheimer’s

Amada NorthShore team members participating in the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's event in their community.

Supporting Access to Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits

Thank you to those who joined us for our recent presentation, Making the Most of Your Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits. We explored key topics such as covered services, benefit limits, elimination periods, inflation riders, and what triggers coverage. Attendees also gained practical guidance on how to file a claim, what paperwork is required, and how to use their policy effectively for home care or assisted living.

If you’d like to bring this educational session to a senior center, church, community group, or other venue, we’d be happy to help. Please contact us at 763-307-9138 to schedule a presentation.


Supporting Youth in Our Communities

We were pleased to sponsor a hole at the 9th Annual Quincy House Golf Tournament on June 9, 2025!

Quincy House is a local nonprofit doing amazing work with at-promise youth—offering hope, guidance, and unconditional love to help them thrive. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support their mission and make a positive impact right here in our community.


Providing Resources To Those With Parkinson’s

What a terrific event! The Parkinson’s Foundation – Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter hosted an incredible gathering on Wednesday, June 11 at the Eden Prairie Community Center.

We were proud to be part of it and support their mission of growing awareness of the support, classes, and services available for those on the journey with Parkinson’s.


Trusted Community Partners

At AMADA Senior Care, we believe that providing exceptional care goes beyond the home. We’re proud to partner with organizations that share our commitment to supporting seniors and their families throughout every stage of aging. Below is a group we trust and recommend:

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon NE Metro – Connecting Minnesota’s military members, veterans, and their families with support organizations and resources.

Lifeway Mobility – Experts in home accessibility solutions, Lifeway Mobility helps seniors stay safe and independent with stair lifts, ramps, bathroom modifications, and more.

The Comfort Homes – Provides comfortable accommodations with a concierge approach to care support for those needing recovery, respite of hospice care.

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