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Home Instead has been keeping seniors in their homes for over 25 years and understands the importance of safety and connection. If you need support keeping your loved one safe at home, we can help.

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CAREGivers help seniors with social engagement and activities of daily living like meal preparation and household duties. Learn more about becoming a professional caregiver.

Home Instead gerontologist Lakeyln Hogan explains what dementia is and how COVID-19 has impacted those living with the disease and their caregivers in this "Art of Aging" podcast.

Even though the holiday season looks different this year, these gift ideas for older adults and aging loved ones are sure to bring a smile, even virtually.

Home Instead and HFC proudly partner together to offer a much-needed grant program that provides free, in-home care relief for families living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. How it works The Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Grant Program provides in-home care, delivered by a highly skilled and trained Home Instead CAREGiver, to give family members caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease a break. Two types of grants are available: ... Recharge Respite Grant - 50 hours of respite care Extended Relief Respite Grant - 6 months of respite care Apply for a grant today https://bit.ly/3lEe3cT

September 2020 CAREGiver of the Month - Cherylann B. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication!

Keeping our aging loved ones well during a global health pandemic is of utmost concern. Asking these 7 questions can help families decide if multigenerational living makes sense and meets everyone's needs.

#sponsored In case you missed it #HomeInstead gerontologist & spokesperson Lakelyn Hogan offered tips to #familyCaregiver Bill & wife Heidi caring for #aging parents while raising 2 teens and working. Watch now. #caregiver #olderAdults #drphil

Nearly 1 in 4 adults aged 65 and older are considered socially isolated increasing their risk for health issues and lowering their overall quality of life. See how a becoming a pen pal can positively impact an isolated senior’s life.

November 2020 CAREGiver of the Month - Bernadette J. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication!

Did you know that nearly 14 million seniors live in social isolation from friends and family? Find out how you can brighten a senior’s day and make a friend for life.

Have you or a loved one considered what you'll do when you retire? After traditional retirement, many older adults are unretiring and finding jobs that fuel their passions and purpose. Hear more about what it means to #UnRetireYourself in this Hallmark Channel USA Home & Family segment and then visit www.UnRetireYourself.com.

Wishing a Happy Hanukkah to all who are celebrating. Blessings to your family from the Home Instead family.

Older adults are at a higher risk of isolation and loneliness and it was that way long before COVID-19 disrupted daily life. Learn the difference between being isolated and lonely, risk factors and health implications of loneliness and isolation. Watch now.

Have you experienced these 4 common caregiver guilt trips? These tips can help you can help you focus on staying healthy emotionally and physically instead of feeling all the guilt.

For many, talking about end of life wishes is not at the top of the to-do list. The conversation is uncomfortable, to say the least, but it's incredibly important. Join us 10/15 at 12 pm CT for a free #CaregiverChats webinar to learn what it means to live well to the end. Our gerontologist and caregiver advocate, Lakelyn Hogan and Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, whose mission is to help people experience the end of life in a way that matches their values and goals, will discuss: ... The importance of end of life planning and how to get started How communities and healthcare systems can work together to improve end of life experiences How COVID-19 has shifted the conversation about end of life planning, grief and loss Register today!

#sponsored Tomorrow on the Dr. Phil Show, Home Instead gerontologist and spokesperson Lakelyn Hogan will share ideas to help families ease the challenges of caring for aging parents, working and raising a family.during a global pandemic. Tune in to see if you can relate to Bill and Heidi’s caregiving story. Check local listings: drphil.com/local-listings/ #HomeInstead

October 10th is World Mental Health Day. Learn what can impact an older adult's mental health and what resources are available for family caregivers caring for an aging adult with mental health issues.

#sponsored Save the date! This Thursday, 12/10 Home Instead gerontologist and spokesperson Lakelyn Hogan will be on the Dr. Phil Show to talk with Bill and Heidi who are caring for his 90-year-old parents living at home during the pandemic. Checking on his parents who live 45 minutes away while working and raising 2 teenage boys is beginning to take a toll on Bill and Heidi. Tune in to learn suggestions for any family in this scenario. Check local listings: drphil.com/local-listings/ #HomeInstead

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. As we've all been using technology more to stay connected as we're spending more time at home, it's important to keep online safety top of mind. Can you and your aging loved one spot an online scam? Take the quiz to find out.

Provide the help and companionship seniors need, now more than ever. Join our team of professional CAREGivers today.

Families often struggle to understand what doctors mean by dementia. While Alzheimer's is the most common dementia, there are many varieties and it's important to ask and know which dementia your loved one is living with, so you can understand the behaviors associated with that specific dementia.

By tackling these top 10 household tasks, we help seniors maintain their home and their independence.

Many older adults fall each year and don't bring it to the attention of their healthcare provider. Natural aging along with chronic conditions like arthritis, cataracts and Parkinson's disease can increase the risk of falling. Join our webinar to learn practical solutions on reducing falls at home and outdoors and simple home safety improvements. Senior care professionals can earn continuing education credit. Register today.