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"In case you missed it, catch the replay of our American Society on Aging webinar: “Companionship: The Missing Ingredient in Senior Nutrition.” credit available for senior care professionals. Register here ➡️ HomeInstead.com/professionals.

Older adults who eat meals with others take in more nutrients and reap additional benefits like decreased loneliness.

Find out about:
👉 The causes and warning signs of poor nutrition
👉 The potential risks associated with eating alone
👉 The benefits of companionship at mealtime
👉 Resources to support nutritious meals for older adults

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After spending more time with aging loved ones over the holidays, did you notice anything that seemed off? Changes like uncharacteristic clutter around the house or a decline in personal hygiene could signal that an older adult needs more help. Learn the signs.

New Job, New You

Now is the perfect time to pursue a career in senior home care with Home Instead. Pursuing a new career as a Care Professional with Home Instead not only comes with amazing benefits, such as competitive pay, job stability, and opportunities for career advancement, but it is extremely rewarding.

Every day you work as a caregiver with Home Instead, you will be making a difference in someone’s life. You will be helping individuals have a positive aging experience by providing support that enhances and improves their quality of life.

Home Instead is the perfect place to start your senior home caregiving career. Learn more about why so many caregivers, whether they are new to the home care industry or have years of experience, choose to work with Home Instead.

Helping older adults maintain their independence and achieve their best quality of life is a meaningful experience. Learn more about a career in caregiving.

Sending wishes to our entire Home Instead family for joy, fulfillment, and good health in the New Year!

"Light housekeeping help from a caregiver for just a few hours a week can help keep the home clean while offering your aging loved one companionship and support that they can look forward to on a regular basis. Find out more.

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Did you know Home Instead & award grants to families impacted by and other forms ? ➡️ https://bit.ly/3L9F6L6. Through the end of the year, Home Instead, Inc. is matching donations to provide more care to more families. Please consider giving now ➡️ https://bit.ly/3BGKwd7.

Whether from the stress of the holidays or just day-to-day responsibilities, caregivers can start to feel overwhelmed. In order to move past the struggles, follow these tips for creating positivity and building resiliency in your life.

Wishing our clients, Care Professionals, key players and partners a holiday season filled with joy.

Happy holidays everyone! Here's a special Home Instead end of year toast to our CAREPros and Community Partners 🎄❤️

The holidays often bring back memories of a lost spouse, sibling or friend, which can be especially painful for older adults. Use these tips to help aging loved ones navigate feelings of grief and loneliness.

and tips to help make the holidays enjoyable for everyone gathering.

Influenza is at its highest rate in a decade and RSV and Covid are circulating as well. Know the signs of each and use these prevention tips to help aging loved ones avoid exposures and stay healthy.

In case you missed it, catch the replay of our American Society on Aging webinar: “Mindset Matters: How to Reframe Mindsets for Positivity in Caregiving.” credit available for senior care professionals until 1/1/2023. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3h4kOrU

For many, caregiving is a multi-year journey and one that can start to feel overwhelming. Discover how regular reflection can help caregivers change their mindset and transform their caregiving experience.

Find out about:

👉 The impact that caregiving can have on mental and emotional health
👉 How to check assumptions about caregiving
👉 Ways to identify opportunities to improve the caregiving situation
👉 Methods of reflection that can help caregivers learn about themselves and improve the caregiving experience

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can take its toll on family caregivers, as well as older adults. Check out these positive ways to keep holiday stress at bay.

Did you know that older adults who eat most of their meals alone are twice as likely to experience depression and loneliness? Our caregivers can provide companionship at mealtime and beyond to make sure your aging loved one feels a sense of connection, which is key to healthy aging. Find out more.

To you, it's about finding trustworthy care for your aging loved one in Northern New Mexico.

To us, it's about providing the highest-quality in-home care services to fit you and your family's needs. Devoted to providing the highest quality in home senior care, Alzheimer’s & dementia care, companionship and more.

02/04/2023

‘Alzheimer’s’ and ‘Dementia’ Are Not Interchangeable – Minding Our Elders

Since Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia symptoms, people often use the words interchangeably, but Alzheimer's and dementia are not interchangeable.

‘Alzheimer’s’ and ‘Dementia’ Are Not Interchangeable – Minding Our Elders ‘Alzheimer’s’ and ‘Dementia’ Are Not Interchangeable Dear Carol: Are the words Alzheimer’s and dementia interchangeable? I don’t think they are, but I can’t explain the difference to my mom. Dad’s 87 and still has a decent memory, but he makes poor decisions and worse, he sometimes...

02/03/2023

👋 Meet Alimat, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️Alimat from Home Instead in Springfield, IL, puts her clients at ease when she is in their home.

👀 Co-workers use the word “watchful” to describe Alimat because she not only pays attention to what her clients are saying verbally but is also a master of listening to body language.

🤔 She is intuitive and knows that her clients may be telling her something other than what their words are expressing.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

👉 Curious about a career: HomeInstead.com/careers.

02/02/2023

10 Ways to Save Your Senses

Diet, healthy habits, exercise. Learn how older adults can improve their five senses and stay mobile as they age.

10 Ways to Save Your Senses Discover the 10 ways to help minimize the effects of sensory loss in aging adults.

02/01/2023

January's Outstanding Care Pros!

👏For January, we celebrate these Care Professionals who have gone above and beyond in their roles and lift them up with a Standing Ovation. Sending a huge Thank You to these incredible Care Pros for their dedication and service to older adults in their communities! 👉 Curious about a career: HomeInstead.com/careers.

01/30/2023

Love. Selflessness. Compassion. That is the legacy of the and the Care Professional, and we're forever thankful for their dedication. 💞

01/28/2023

98-year-old Edmonton skier an 'inspiration' at local hill

An Edmonton, Canada woman is a local inspiration for not letting old age stop her from navigating the slopes! The 98-year-old has been skiing for more than 60 years and meets regularly with a group of older adults to spend time on the hill. Age is truly only a number!

98-year-old Edmonton skier an 'inspiration' at local hill Ninety-eight-year-old Muriel Watterworth has skied for more than 60 years and remains part of a seniors group that meets weekly at Snow Valley for coffee and time on the hill.

01/27/2023

👋 Meet Bianca, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️Bianca from Home Instead in Vancouver, BC, Canada, truly embraces the spirit of Home Instead and is committed to bringing the highest level of care to her clients.

💪 She is always willing to help and does not shy away from working on challenging cases.

🤗 Bianca is reliable and always leaves a positive impression with co-workers and clients.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

👉 Curious about a career: HomeInstead.com/careers.

01/26/2023

Caregiver Turnover Strains Households

Since the pandemic, the increased need for has created a shortage. Our chief advocacy officer Jisella Dolan shares with The Wall Street Journal how our platform can help curb this by improving the care experience for both families and Care Professionals alike.

*Content may be behind a paywall.

Caregiver Turnover Strains Households The supply of home health aides isn’t meeting growing demand as America ages and many people prefer to stay out of facilities. One woman has had seven different caregivers over the past six months.

01/23/2023

Home Instead Care Professionals are full of love and compassion for what they do and for whom they care. Thank you.❤️

01/22/2023

Sister André — the world's oldest person — has died at 118. She drank a glass of wine every day and credited her long life to working until she was 108.

Living through two world wars, two pandemics, Sister André shared her longevity tips. Her secrets? Work as long as you can (she did until 108!) and drink a glass of wine every day. What a beautiful life she led.

Sister André — the world's oldest person — has died at 118. She drank a glass of wine every day and credited her long life to working until she was 108. Sister André, a French nun who survived two world wars, the 1918 influenza pandemic, and then a COVID-19 infection in 2021, also loved chocolate.

01/21/2023

2022 Top 5 #CaregiverChats

Our 2022 featured many amazing caregiving experts and we answered a lot of good questions answered.

👇 Our very own Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger shares her top 5 chats from 2022 (with a little bonus at the end).

The video also includes links to go back and view all of these videos and return to them whenever you want.

01/20/2023

👋 Meet Lillian, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️ Lillian from Home Instead in Sudbury, ON, Canada, is thoughtful and caring with her clients.

💕 She is cognitive of the fact that her actions could have a direct impact on clients and always puts their interests first.

😷 Lillian makes sure she has full personal protective equipment (PPE) on at every visit to ensure client safety and that no germs or illnesses are transferred.

🤗 Co-workers describe Lillian as giving and “a wonderful human being.”

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

👉 Curious about a career: HomeInstead.com/careers.

01/18/2023

7 Tips to Keep Older Adults Safe This Winter

Make sure aging loved ones and family caregivers are prepared for severe winter weather with these 4 tips:

▶️ Sign up for weather alerts sent to your smartphone (and other family members' phones)
▶️ Check that medications are filled for the next few days
▶️ Stock the cupboards with non-perishables and
▶️ Gather winter clothing and blankets

Be aware of emergency resources: local plans for emergency alerts, evacuation, and shelter resources available in your loved one’s community. Use the local Eldercare Locator to find help and recommendations for your region.

https://www.homeinstead.com/care-resources/wellness-lifestyle/tips-keep-older-adults-safe-winter/

7 Tips to Keep Older Adults Safe This Winter Tips to avoid falls, keep warm and prepare aging adults for winter weather.

01/18/2023

5 Healthy Aging Resolutions for Older Adults and Caregivers

Planning for the future and setting new goals can add excitement and provide a newfound purpose for older adults. Not sure where to begin? Start with one of these aging-friendly resolutions.

5 Healthy Aging Resolutions for Older Adults and Caregivers Home Instead provides timely tips to help aging adults set healthy goals in the new year.

01/16/2023

Thank you, Dr. King for setting the example to make tomorrow better than today. Honor Dr. King by dedicating your day to serving others in need. Whether you deliver meals to seniors, make care packages for the homeless, or volunteer with an organization dear to your heart, thank you for lifting others up in your community.

01/14/2023

Caregiving NOW! with Jisella Dolan

is a universal, shared human experience. It's time to improve the caregiving landscape and better support . This Penn Nursing Caregiving Now! podcast discusses how we can all empower .

Caregiving NOW! with Jisella Dolan Caregiving NOW is an initiative designed to address the immediate need to improve caregiving in the U.S. As a first step in this movement, we invite you to j...

01/13/2023

👋 Meet Alexis, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️Alexis from Home Instead in Magnolia, TX, approaches each shift with each client as if she was looking after her own loved one.

💕 Co-workers use this Mother Teresa quote when describing Alexis as a Care Pro: "It's not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving."

Alexis is confident, responsible, pays attention to detail and engages with the clients to create an environment that promotes their well-being. 🤗

🙋‍♀‍The clients and their families always want Alexis to come back.

She also sets an example that other care professionals can look up to.

✍️When completing a shift that involves a team, her handover notes are detailed and thorough, and she is a great mentor to other caregivers.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

👉 Curious about a career: HomeInstead.com/careers.

01/11/2023

Family caregivers have the chance to offer feedback to the National Alliance for Caregiving on issues surrounding the mental well-being of family caregivers. Share your thoughts: https://bit.ly/3GRCD7A. Your feedback remains anonymous will help inform policy and practice efforts to improve support for family caregivers. Think about the following:

✔️ What joys have you experienced as a caregiver?
✔️How are you feeling about being a caregiver?
✔️What challenges you have faced as a caregiver?
✔️What concerns do you have about providing care?

01/11/2023

January is . Glaucoma is a leading cause of and blindness in the U.S. and adults over age 60 are at higher risk. These free resources ➡️ https://bit.ly/3jzrLh9 may help you learn what to expect as you age and tips to protect your loved one’s senses and minimize the effects of .

01/09/2023

We all have great traits and skills. We just have to be brave enough to show our gifts to the world. Thanks to all the care professionals and family caregivers who show us their courage every day.❤️

01/07/2023

Need home care for a loved one? Here are 4 tips for finding help in a tough market.

gerontologist, Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger shares tips for finding a professional in this MarketWatch article.

Need home care for a loved one? Here are 4 tips for finding help in a tough market. Limited staffing and growing demand mean you need to think strategically about finding in-home caregivers.

01/06/2023

👋 Meet Magloire, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 He is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️ Magloire from Home Instead Carrollton & Coppell TX is always cheerful and warms up a room with his presence.

💕 He has built trust with his client by consistently being on time to work and never missing a shift.

One word used to describe Magloire by co-workers is dedicated. 💪

⏰ He is always on time, works long hours if needed, and keeps a positive attitude.

✍️ He takes the lead by reporting any changes in his client and being attentive to his needs.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

👉 Curious about a career: HomeInstead.com/careers.

01/04/2023

2022 Top 5 #CaregiverChats

This year in , we learned so much from so many amazing caregiving experts and got a lot of good questions answered.

👇 Our very own Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger shares her top 5 chats from 2022 (with a little bonus at the end).

The video also includes links to go back and view all of these videos and return to them whenever you want.

01/03/2023

Signs That Your Aging Parent Might Need Help

Signs That Your Aging Parent Might Need Help These signs of decline may indicate that your aging parents need help, and should initiate a discussion about the types of support they need.

01/03/2023

New Job, New You | Home Instead Santa Fe, NM

New Job, New You | Home Instead Santa Fe, NM Discover why now is the perfect time to pursue a new career as a Professional Caregiver with Home Instead.

01/02/2023

Senior Home Care Jobs | Home Instead | Santa Fe, NM

Helping older adults maintain their independence and achieve their best quality of life is a meaningful experience. Learn more about a career in caregiving.

Senior Home Care Jobs | Home Instead | Santa Fe, NM Find Caregiver jobs near me with Home Instead & help seniors live safely & happily at home. Caregivers receive comprehensive training. Start your career today.

01/02/2023

The new year brings new beginnings. What are your goals this year?

01/01/2023

Sending wishes to our entire Home Instead family for joy, fulfillment, and good health in the New Year!

01/01/2023

Sending wishes to our entire Home Instead family for joy, fulfillment, and good health in the New Year!

12/31/2022

December 2022 Outstanding Care Professionals

👏For the month of December, we celebrate these Care Professionals who have gone above and beyond in their roles and lift them up with a Standing Ovation. Sending a huge Thank You to these incredible Care Pros for their dedication and service to older adults in their communities!
👉 Curious about a career: HomeInstead.com/careers.

12/30/2022

👋 Meet Patricia, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️ Patricia from Home Instead in Verona, VA, is a true professional, always willing to fill in, no matter where the client may be.

💕 Patricia is sweet to co-workers and clients alike and gets along with everyone that she meets.

☀️ One of Patricia’s best traits is her adaptability, allowing her to go into any client’s home and make their day better.

🎉 Patricia does a fantastic job of meeting the clients where they are and tailoring care to their needs.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

👉 Curious about a career: HomeInstead.com/careers.

12/29/2022

In-Home Senior Care | Home Instead | Santa Fe, NM

In-Home Senior Care | Home Instead | Santa Fe, NM In-home care services provided by Home Instead of Santa Fe, NM, helps seniors age safely at home with a personalized elder care plan.

12/28/2022

Our Biggest Moments of 2022

Since joining forces with Honor, has hit some exciting milestones all while providing millions of hours of care to older adults across the country. Here's a sampling of what the two brands accomplished in 2022 alone. Can't wait to see what we do in 2023!

12/28/2022

12/27/2022

9 Ways to Be a More Optimistic Caregiver

9 Ways to Be a More Optimistic Caregiver Positivity tips for caregivers.

12/27/2022

Take the time to reflect on 2022 - the good and the challenges. What have you learned that will carry you into 2023?

12/26/2022

Processing Grief: Tips to Manage Emotions this Season

The holidays often bring back memories of a lost spouse, sibling or friend, and that can be especially painful for older adults. Use these tips to help aging loved ones navigate those feelings and enjoy the time with those around them.

https://www.homeinstead.com/care-resources/wellness-lifestyle/processing-grief/

Processing Grief: Tips to Manage Emotions this Season Home Instead offers ways for family caregivers to help older adults cope with grief and loneliness.

12/25/2022

We're beyond grateful for our Care Professionals who are working today to make sure our aging clients are happy, safe and feeling loved. Your compassion and dedication are gifts beyond measure. Thank you.

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