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Home Instead Home Instead offers compassionate, reliable in-home care in Union, Stanly, Anson, and Lancaster Counties. Call today for a free care assessment.

Home Instead provides compassionate, reliable in-home care for seniors across Union, Stanly, Anson and Lancaster Counties. Veteran owned and operated for 20 years. Our services are available 24/7, ensuring your loved ones receive the support they need whenever they need it. From companionship and personal care to specialized Alzheimer's and dementia care, our dedicated team is here to make aging in place a safe, comfortable, and dignified experience. Call today to schedule a free home care assessment and discover how we can support your family’s needs.

10/21/2026

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

Good Care Is Worth Talking About

10/19/2026

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

☀️🐾 Hi from Hazel! 🐱💚

If you need me, I’ll be right here soaking up the sunshine! 😎☀️ Hazel knows that a little sunbathing is the purr-fect way to recharge during the workday. 🌞🐾

From all of us at Home Instead, we hope your day is filled with a little sunshine and a lot of happiness!

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Karla! 💚Today, we’re celebrating a very special member of our Home Instead family! 🥳 Karla has been p...
10/16/2026

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Karla! 💚

Today, we’re celebrating a very special member of our Home Instead family! 🥳 Karla has been part of Home Instead for 17 amazing years!

Karla started out in the field, providing compassionate care to her clients, and now serves as one of our wonderful Staffing Coordinators in the office! 💚 She plays an important role in helping match our clients with caregivers and making sure they receive the care they deserve.

Karla has always been such a sweet, dependable, and caring person, and we are incredibly thankful to have her on our team. Her dedication to our clients and our caregivers truly makes a difference! 🥰

Please join us in celebrating Karla today and wishing her a HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎈🎁 We hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and all the happiness you deserve!

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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/

⛳️ Home Instead is proud to support our community! 💚Yesterday, we had the pleasure of sponsoring the annual Kiwanis of M...
10/16/2026

⛳️ Home Instead is proud to support our community! 💚

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of sponsoring the annual Kiwanis of Monroe Golf Tournament! 🏌️‍♀️

The Kiwanis of Monroe does wonderful work helping fund programs, services, and projects that benefit children and students throughout Union County. We are honored to support an organization that is making a positive difference in the lives of local children and families. 💚

At Home Instead, we believe caring for our community goes beyond the home. We are proud to partner with organizations that are dedicated to making a difference!

A big thank-you to the Kiwanis of Monroe for all you do for our community! ⛳️💚

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

🇺🇸❤️ Honoring Our Heroes! ❤️🇺🇸Today, Home Instead had the honor of celebrating and showing our appreciation for our amaz...
10/13/2026

🇺🇸❤️ Honoring Our Heroes! ❤️🇺🇸
Today, Home Instead had the honor of celebrating and showing our appreciation for our amazing hometown heroes and veterans! Every year, we host a special lunch to thank these incredible individuals for their service, dedication, and the sacrifices they make for our community.
A HUGE thank-you to all the wonderful team members who helped set up, serve the food, and clean up afterward. Your hard work and helping hands made this special day possible! ❤️
We are so proud to be part of a community filled with such incredible people who work tirelessly to keep us safe and make our city a better place to live. To all our first responders and veterans, thank you for all you do. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🇺🇸

💚 Meet one of our lovely team members, Karla, working hard behind the scenes!🏡 Her job is to make sure every client has ...
10/09/2026

💚 Meet one of our lovely team members, Karla, working hard behind the scenes!🏡 Her job is to make sure every client has the right caregiver to meet their needs and provide the care they deserve. She works hard to keep schedules running smoothly and ensure our clients have dependable, compassionate care they can count on! 💚

At Home Instead, teamwork makes it all possible! We’re proud to have a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the clients and families we serve. 🏡💚

09/24/2026

When dementia changes the way someone communicates, it can be easy to wonder what they are able to understand or feel. But moments of connection can still surprise us.

In this powerful story from Caregiver Chats, gerontologist Dr. Julie Masters shares how a simple question brought a meaningful response from a man in the final day of his life.

For anyone loving and caring for someone with memory changes, this is your reminder to keep talking, keep sharing and keep being present. 💚

Listen to the full episode 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

After a dementia diagnosis, it's common for families to pull back from social situations, but isolation can make the jou...
09/16/2026

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?Dementi...
09/09/2026

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 🫂

09/09/2026

How do you feel after spending time with your parents? 🤔

Dr. Lakelyn is joined by licensed mental health counselor Rebecca Johnson for an honest conversation about one of caregiving's most complicated and often unspoken realities, caring for a narcissistic parent.

🎧 Watch the full episode of Caregiver Chats wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/3V3ebtc

Have you ever wondered if a loved one’s changes were “just part of getting older?” Dementia is not a normal part of agin...
09/04/2026

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 ...
09/03/2026

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 🫂

09/03/2026

Are we helping, or are we making assumptions based on age? Sometimes the best way to support an older adult is simply to ask what they want and need. By listening first, we can help preserve independence.

What do you think? When does helping cross the line into ageism? 🤔

09/01/2026

Narcissistic parents don’t inspire their children to care for them. Sometimes, the well of loving memories and connection has run dry. 💔

In this Caregiver Chats conversation, Dr. Lakelyn and licensed mental health counselor Rebecca Johnson unpack one of caregiving’s most complicated and often unspoken realities: caring for a narcissistic parent.

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

08/27/2026

There’s more to the Iowa State Fair than corn dogs and butter sculptures—it is also a place for meaningful conversations. 🎡🌭

Dr. Lakelyn spent the day at the Home Instead booth talking with fairgoers about aging, caregiving and the many ways families can find support.

One conversation that will stay with her was with Marv, who cared for his late wife, Sharon. He shared how meaningful Home Instead’s support was for them—a powerful reminder that care can make a real difference for both the person receiving it and the family member beside them.

She also stopped by the Iowa Department of Transportation booth to talk about one of the harder caregiving conversations: driving. Starting early, leading with empathy and focusing on safety can help make the conversation feel less like taking something away and more like supporting independence.

Grateful for everyone who stopped to share their stories, questions and wisdom. Stay tuned for more from the fair! 💜 Iowa DOT Iowa State Fair

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