We’re looking forward to introducing you to Brandy Bickham. Check out our conversation below.
Good morning Brandy, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? What do you think others are secretly struggling with—but never say?
Financial Pressure & Economic Anxiety
Living paycheck to paycheck** while trying to maintain appearances.
Caring for multiple generations**—children, aging parents, or disabled relatives—with limited resources.
Fear of financial instability** despite working hard or holding multiple jobs.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
**Meet Brandy, Founder of Lean On Hearts LLC**
I’m Brandy, the heart behind *Lean On Hearts LLC*, a South Carolina-based home care organization built on compassion, dignity, and trust. As a licensed provider and hands-on director, I’ve made it my mission to serve seniors, veterans, and vulnerable individuals with the kind of care I’d want for my own family—personal, professional, and deeply human.
What makes Lean On Hearts special isn’t just our services—it’s our soul. We blend clinical excellence with heartfelt connection, offering in-home support that honors each client’s story, culture, and needs. Whether we’re helping someone recover after rehab, supporting hospice transitions, or simply being a steady presence for a veteran living alone, we show up with empathy, respect, and readiness.
Right now, we’re strengthening partnerships with VA Community Care programs. We’re also working on becoming credentialed with Medicaid, Medicare, and long-term care payers to ensure our clients have access to the support they deserve.
Lean On Hearts is more than a business—it’s a calling. And I’m proud to lead it with integrity, warmth, and a deep commitment to community care.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
As a child, I was told by someone close to me that I wouldn’t amount to much. And for a while, I believed it—especially while navigating poverty and the weight of survival. That message echoed through my early years, shaping how I saw myself and what I thought was possible.
But today, I stand in full pride of who I’ve become. I’ve built businesses from the ground up, created meaningful impact in my community, and proven—most importantly to myself—that I am capable, resilient, and worthy. That old belief no longer holds power over me. I’ve replaced it with purpose, confidence, and a legacy of care through Lean On Hearts LLC and everything I touch.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Absolutely. There was a stretch of years where I lost more family than I can even count. Grief piled on top of grief, and I found myself on the edge—emotionally, mentally, spiritually. I didn’t know which way to turn. Everything felt heavy, and survival became the only goal.
But somehow, through faith, resilience, and the quiet support of those who believed in me, I kept going. I leaned into my purpose, poured myself into my businesses, and used the pain as fuel to build something meaningful. Lean On Hearts was born from that season—a testament to what can grow even in the hardest soil.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. How do you differentiate between fads and real foundational shifts?
That’s a powerful question. For me, the difference lies in truth. When you stand firmly in who you are, there’s no pressure to chase fads or trends—you’re not performing, you’re living. Life becomes lighter, more authentic.
Foundational shifts don’t follow hype; they arrive in the season they’re meant to. They’re rooted in growth, reflection, and purpose. I encourage those shifts by staying curious about myself and the people around me. When we commit to learning who we truly are—and honoring that truth—we create change that lasts.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. What false labels are you still carrying?
One label I’ve carried for far too long is the idea that I’m “angry” simply because I’m direct. As a Black woman, being firm, honest, or assertive often gets misread—and that misreading becomes a narrative, a label, a stereotype. It’s not about tone, it’s about perception. And it’s exhausting.
I’ve learned to stand in my truth anyway. My directness comes from care, clarity, and a deep sense of responsibility—not from anger. But the world doesn’t always make space for that nuance, especially when you’re in skin like mine. So, I keep showing up, keep speaking clearly, and keep challenging the labels that were never mine to begin with.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://leanonhearts.com
- Facebook: Lean On Hearts, LLC
- Other: [email protected]
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