Home Instead

10/24/2026

🏡 A safer home can help you keep doing what you love.

Sometimes, small changes around the house can make a big difference in helping older adults stay safe, comfortable and independent at home.

In a new article from Drew and Jonathan, Home Instead’s own Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger shares practical ways to make a home safer as we age—from better lighting to simple updates that support everyday independence.

💚 Because feeling at home means being able to enjoy it.

Explore their home safety tips: https://bit.ly/4eQ9gD1

If you or a loved one decided to stay at home as you age, there are some home modifications to consider for safety. Start here.

10/23/2026

Across the country, Home Instead teams are showing up with purpose at Walk to End Alzheimer’s events—walking in honor of loved ones, supporting families and raising critical funds for the fight to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. 💜

We are proud to partner with the ’sAssociation as a Walk to End Alzheimer’s Gold National Team. Together, Home Instead has raised more than $5.7 million over the past 18 years, including $258,000 last year alone, to advance Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

This year, we are well on our way to reaching our goal—and every donation and every step makes a meaningful difference. Thank you to every Care Pro, office team member, client, family member and community partner who walks, fundraises and helps move this mission forward.

To donate or find a Walk near you, visit: https://homeinsteadinc.visitlink.me/iZJ8YM Together, we are moving closer to a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

10/22/2026

When searching for a senior living community, touring more than one place can make all the difference.

Look beyond the amenities and notice the everyday interactions: Do team members know residents by name? Do they speak directly to the person who may live there? Does the community feel warm, personal and welcoming?

In this Caregiver Chats clip, Dr. Lakelyn and Nicole Will share why comparing communities can help families find the right fit for their loved one.

Watch the full episode for more practical guidance: https://www.homeinstead.com/caregiver-chats/nicole-wills-checklist-for-choosing-a-senior-living-community/

10/21/2026

One tour rarely tells the whole story.

When you’re exploring senior living options for someone you love, visit more than one community—and pay attention to the details that reveal how people are truly cared for.

Are residents greeted by name? Are conversations warm and personal? Does the team speak directly to the older adult, not just their family?

Sometimes the clearest answer comes from comparing how each place feels.

Watch the full Caregiver Chats episode with Nicole Will: https://bit.ly/4e9Qk1M

10/20/2026

Touring senior living communities for a loved one? Look beyond the scheduled visit.

In this clip from Caregiver Chats, Nicole Will shares why it can be helpful to stop by at a different time—like an evening or weekend—and notice the everyday experience. Are residents interacting naturally? Do team members seem calm, attentive and familiar with the people they support?

The right community is about more than the building. It’s about finding a place where your loved one can feel connected, valued and at home.

Watch the full episode for more guidance on choosing a senior living community: https://www.homeinstead.com/caregiver-chats/nicole-wills-checklist-for-choosing-a-senior-living-community/

10/19/2026

A safer home doesn't always require a big renovation. Sometimes, it's the little things that make the biggest difference.

From brighter lighting to clearer walkways, a few simple updates can help make everyday life at home easier and more comfortable for everyone.

Explore more ways to make your home work for the years ahead: https://bit.ly/4dErAP2

10/16/2026

A scheduled tour can show you the highlights. An unscheduled visit can show you everyday life.

When you’re considering a senior living community for someone you love, Nicole Will suggests stopping by at a different time—an evening or weekend—and paying attention to what you see.

Are residents connecting? Does the team seem calm and engaged? Do people know one another by name?

It’s not just about finding a place to live. It’s about finding a place where your loved one can feel known, connected and at home.

Watch the full Caregiver Chats episode with Nicole Will: https://bit.ly/4e9Qk1M

10/16/2026

Choosing a senior living community is about more than finding the right building. It’s about finding a place where your loved one can feel known, connected and able to thrive.

In this Caregiver Chats conversation, Dr. Lakelyn and Nicole Will share what families should consider—including the questions that help reveal whether a community is truly the right fit.

Watch the clip, then explore the full episode for more practical guidance: https://www.homeinstead.com/caregiver-chats/nicole-wills-checklist-for-choosing-a-senior-living-community/

10/14/2026

A safer home doesn't always require a big renovation. Sometimes, it's the little things that make the biggest difference.

From brighter lighting to clearer walkways, a few simple updates can help make everyday life at home easier and more comfortable for everyone.

Explore more ways to make your home work for the years ahead: https://www.homeinstead.com/c/drew-jonathan/

10/14/2026

When families begin exploring senior living, it’s easy to focus on the building first: the amenities, the dining room, the activity calendar.

But as Nicole Will () reminds us, the better place to begin is with the person.

What brings your loved one joy? Where do they find purpose? What kind of connection will help them feel known and at home?

In this episode of Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn and Nicole share a more person-centered way to approach one of caregiving’s biggest decisions.

Watch the full conversation: https://homeinsteadinc.visitlink.me/a1Q8v9

10/01/2026

“Hospice is another word for hope.”

Families may worry that choosing hospice means they are giving up. Hospice can offer something very different: a team of people who come alongside your loved one and your family with comfort, care and support.

In this Caregiver Chats clip, gerontologist Dr. Julie Masters shares why learning about hospice sooner can help families access the resources available to them.

Listen to the full conversation with Dr. Lakelyn wherever you get your podcasts. 💚 https://bit.ly/4h6Pwvm

09/17/2026

At the end of life, it can feel like there is so much to do, say and get right. 🫂

But sometimes, the most meaningful thing we can offer someone we love is simply our presence.

In this Caregiver Chats conversation, Dr. Lakelyn is joined by gerontologist Dr. Julie Masters to talk about the emotions that can come with end-of-life caregiving, from identity shifts and saying goodbye to finding connection through life review and memory changes.

If you are navigating this season with someone you love, you are not alone. 💚 Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.

https://bit.ly/4h6Pwvm

08/31/2026

Caring for a parent can bring up a lot of complicated emotions, especially when the relationship has been difficult.

In this Caregiver Chats conversation, Dr. Lakelyn and licensed mental health counselor Rebecca Johnson explore the often unspoken experience of caring for a narcissistic parent, with compassion for the boundaries, grief, and mixed feelings that can come with it.

If this is part of your story, you are not alone. 💚 Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/3V3ebtc

07/27/2026

A photo can spark joy, but for someone living with dementia, it can also be confusing or even distressing.

In this Caregiver Chats clip, explains that recent photos aren't always the best way to connect. Sometimes a person identifies more with an earlier chapter of their life than with how they look today. Meeting them where they are, including through photos from the time they recognize as "themselves," can create comfort instead of confusion.

It's a powerful reminder that dementia care is about entering their reality with compassion.

🎧 Watch the full clip: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/74-navigating-dementia-care-expert-insights-for-everyday/id1684948365?i=1000772838540

💬 Have you found that certain photos, music, or memories help your loved one feel more connected? We'd love to hear what has worked for your family.

05/15/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and caregivers, this message is for you. 💚 In this clip, Dr. Lakelyn reminds us that your well-being matters just as much as the care you give. Take a breath. You’re not alone, and you deserve support too.

🎧 Tune into Caregiver Chats wherever you get your podcasts to join our community and find helpful resources for navigating care.

05/05/2026

Caring for others is meaningful work, but it can also take a toll. This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re reminding our Care Pros that your needs matter too. Take a moment to check in with yourself. You deserve care just as much as you give it. 💚 🎧 Tune into Caregiver Chats wherever you get your podcasts to join our community and find helpful resources for navigating care.

05/04/2026

“I don’t see a client. I see my mom, I see my dad, just the joy of helping somebody.”

Francisca Uvah’s life has been defined by service. Originally from Nigeria, she built a career as a psychology professor, raised four grandchildren, and mentored incarcerated individuals before joining Home Instead at the encouragement of her family. Long before becoming a Care Pro, she volunteered driving seniors to meals and appointments simply to brighten their day.

Today, she brings that same tenderness into every home, treating each client like family and creating moments of music, laughter, and connection that stay with families long after her shift ends. This level of care is exactly why Home Instead recognized her as one of 10 Care Pros of the Year.

Meet all of the 2025 Rising Care Pros of the Year: https://bit.ly/46JGmR2