Providing Compassionate Guidance For Families In Transition
Providing Compassionate Guidance For Families In Transition
Guiding Families to the Right Care with Trust and Compassion
A Hand in Living was founded with a simple yet powerful mission — to support families in finding the perfect senior living for their loved ones. We understand that choosing the right elder care option can be overwhelming, which is why we provide expert guidance, hands-on assistance, and compassionate support every step of the way.
Our commitment to clear communication and personalized solutions ensures that families feel confident and at ease throughout this important journey.
Our Mission
Providing families and caregivers with empathetic support and consistent communication every step of the way.
Our Vision
Creating a world where the norm is seamless, informed, pain-free transitions of living and care for families everywhere.
Our Values
The Core Principles That Drive Our Commitment to Compassionate Care.
Empathy
We listen to understand and respond with care and compassion.
Integrity
We prioritize the well-being of families and loved ones.
Positivity
We are solution-focused which fuels optimism in every situation.
Community
We believe in unity and bringing people together.
Continuous Improvement
We learn, adapt, and evolve to improve our service to families.
Candace Thompson, Founder
How it all started
Our Founder’s Journey
Candace has over 10 years of experience connecting people – starting with roles in accounting and recruiting, and most recently in HR management. Working in an industry that enabled seniors to remotely interact with care providers and loved ones via autonomous robotics deepened her passion for fostering meaningful connections and strengthened her belief in the power of community to enhance quality of life.
During her time in HR, Candace became certified as a personal trainer, enhancing her passion for holistic wellness. She understands the profound impact that movement, nutrition, and socialization have on mental well-being, and quality of life at any age.
Candace’s perspective was further shaped by her experiences caring for her grandparents, particularly her grandfather, whose joy and capability in activities like singing, dancing, and gardening inspired her. Holding his hand in his final hours revealed how beautiful and meaningful this stage of life can be when supported with quality care.
Candace is no stranger to entrepreneurship, and as the founder of A Hand in Living, she is dedicated to guiding families through one of life’s most important transitions – helping them find living opportunities tailored to their loved ones’ unique needs. Her mission is rooted in empathy, compassion, and the belief that everyone deserves dignity and joy in their later years — just as her grandfather did.
