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Summer ’26 Series: Home Instead Edition ☀️

Last but not least in our series: Zach, the Owner! He spent his summer with baseball, baseball, and of course more baseball! Not to worry he did have some time in between to have a little summer fun! He also spent the summer fishing, spending time with his family, and of course relaxing while the weather is nice!

Here are a few snapshots from his summer!

Is it normal aging, or something more? 🧠

It’s easy to wonder if a loved one's everyday forgetfulness is just part of getting older or a sign that they need extra support at home. Here’s a quick breakdown:

What’s Normal:
✅ Forgetting a name or appointment, but remembering it later

✅ Occasionally misplacing keys or glasses

✅ Briefly forgetting which day of the week it is, but figuring it out

What’s Not Normal:
⚠️ Forgetting recently learned information or asking the same question repeatedly

⚠️ Misplacing items in unusual places and being unable to retrace steps

⚠️ Getting lost in a familiar neighborhood

If you've noticed subtle changes in a parent or spouse, you don't have to navigate it alone. Our compassionate, professional caregivers provide tailored support to help aging adults stay safe, independent, and comfortable in the place they love most, home! 🏡❤️

📲 Need a helping hand? Reach out today for a free home care consultation!

Call 319-235-5999
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Did you know dementia can affect people under age 65?

When someone is still working, raising a family, or making plans for the future, cognitive changes can be easy to explain away or dismiss.

While age is the biggest risk factor for dementia, younger-onset dementia can happen. If changes in memory, thinking, or behavior feel unexplained, it is okay to ask questions and seek answers.

Learn more at homeinstead.com 🫂

Have you ever been afraid to seek answers about changes in someone you love? That fear is completely understandable.

But getting a diagnosis does not change what is happening. It can help families understand the changes they are seeing, find support, explore care options, and plan for what comes next.

You do not need to have every answer today. Sometimes one step toward clarity can make the road ahead feel a little less overwhelming.

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What does companionship actually look like? 💛

It’s not just having someone in the room. It’s sharing a laugh over morning coffee, having a reliable partner for afternoon walks, or finally finishing that 1,000-piece puzzle together.

At Home Instead, our caregivers don't just assist, they connect. We match your loved ones with compassionate companions who bring light, conversation, and joy back into their daily routine.

Want to learn how personalized companion care can support your family?

Call 319-235-5999
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Looking for a rewarding part-time role where you can truly make a difference? Home Instead is hiring! 💛

We are seeking compassionate Care Professionals to provide personalized, one-on-one care to aging adults in the comfort of their homes. From offering companionship to assisting with daily routines, your support brightens someone's day.

Now hiring part-time Care Professionals with open weekend availability in Fayette County & nearby communities:

Fayette County (Arlington, Clermont, Elgin, Fairbank, Fayette, Hawkeye, Maynard, Oelwein, Randalia, St. Lucas, Sumner, Wadena, Waucoma, West Union, Westgate)

Surrounding communities in Bremer, Butler, Blackhawk, Grundy and Buchanan counties

If you’re reliable, caring, and ready to support local seniors, we’d love to have you on our team!

Apply today and join a team that cares:
📞 Call 319-235-5999
🌐 Visit homeinstead.com/662

Summer ’26 Series: Home Instead Edition ☀️

Up next in our series: Jamie, our Client Care Coordinator! She spent her summer celebrating her birthday with her family, she bought a new to her vehicle, took a 2 week vacation to the Black Hills in South Dakota, spent a ton of time outside kayaking, hiking, enjoying the HOT weather, tried a few new breweries on vacation, she went horseback riding, golfing, Lots and lots of camping, she bought a new camper, and spent time in the gym! All while enjoying the HOT HOT weather she loves so much!

Here are a few snapshots from her summer!

After a dementia diagnosis, it's common for families to pull back from social situations, but isolation can make the journey even harder.

Even when someone has difficulty finding words or remembering names, they may still recognize the emotions, relationships, and people who help them feel safe.

A familiar voice. A favorite song. Holding a hand. Simply sitting together. These moments of connection still matter.

What helps your loved one feel comforted and close to you? Learn more at homeinstead.com 🫂

Have you ever felt like something was different with someone you love, even if you could not explain exactly why?

Dementia can affect much more than memory. Changes in communication, judgment, mood, behavior, or problem-solving can sometimes appear before significant memory loss.

Trust your instincts. If something feels different, it is okay to ask questions and seek support.

Learn more at homeinstead.com 🫂

Have you ever wondered if a loved one’s changes were “just part of getting older?”

Dementia is not a normal part of aging.

If you have noticed changes in someone you love and are carrying questions you do not quite know how to ask, you are not alone. We are here to help families find support and take the next step when they are ready.

Learn more at homeinstead.com 🫂

Have you ever heard “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s” used as if they mean the same thing?

It is understandable. But dementia is an umbrella term for symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and everyday life. Alzheimer’s disease is one specific type of dementia.

Learning the language around a diagnosis can help families feel more prepared for the road ahead.

Learn more at homeinstead.com 🫂