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Marcelles experienced the loss of a long-time client who died a month before her 102 birthday. Marcelles, who had assisted the client for four years, was one of the client’s favorite CAREGivers.   Read the full article.

One in 10 people, 65+ have dementia and it affects women more than men. Because of dementia’s long-reaching impact, research and youth education around the globe is changing.   Read the full article.

A fear of aging is common, but older adults can age successfully with these 10 tips centered around a holistic approach that can be implemented at any age.   Read the full article.

Home Instead Senior Care staff members were aware of Vivian's work history and immediately noticed how well Vivian worked with dementia clients.   Read the full article.

Sandra joined the award-winning Home Instead Senior Care franchise, owned by Bert and Stephanie Copple, on Jan. 15, 2017. Initially, Sandra did a lot of fill-in work, and many of the temporary clients regularly asked for her.   Read the full article.

Darlene will never forget Nov. 6, 2017, when her client’s husband passed away. One of the sons played music for him, and two hospice workers did the same. It was about noon when the priest came.   Read the full article.

Charon and her client are nearly inseparable. “I love our schedule, and I am with her on every holiday except Thanksgiving and Christmas. She is active.   Read the full article.

CAREGiver of the Month Brenda Jackson knows her Bible and can draw on verses as a comfort for every life challenge.   Read the full article.

The staff has received a number of glowing notes about Melanie from clients and their families. Also, it should be noted that Melanie has never called in sick, even with the horrible flu season that has struck the country this winter.   Read the full article.

Thelma's CAREGiver job dovetails nearly perfectly with her hospital job, which she has had for the past eight years. In total, Thelma works five days a week. In discussing her CAREGiver job.   Read the full article.

After Shree moved back to Michigan from Alabama to be closer to her parents, she joined owner Bert Copple’s award-winning franchise in April 2016. “I am grateful to God I was able to see my parents more frequently before they passed,”   Read the full article.

Barbara added: “I like Home Instead Senior Care and the one-on-one care situation because I can give all my time and attention to one person. Training was helpful. All the learning worked out well.   Read the full article.

A senior mother and her daughter relish the comforts of home and routine after a busy day   Read the full article.

Elizabeth shares the many blessings she’s thankful for, and how each enhance her life as a senior caregiver.   Read the full article.

Detailing her experiences of helping people, other than working for Home Instead Senior Care, Tina said: "I have worked at Henry Ford Hospital for 20 years. Within those 20 years, I worked in pediatric, family practice, internal medicine and geriatric.   Read the full article.

Elizabeth shares the many blessings she’s thankful for, and how each enhance her life as a senior caregiver.   Read the full article.

A family caregiver talks about the uncertainties of everyday life while caring for a senior parent.   Read the full article.

I love the company because they are always behind you. Training is absolutely a help. With every ongoing education class they offer, I am there. Every class is a great help in every way."   Read the full article.

Planning and assistance help a family caregiver enjoy a respite from her caregiving responsibilities.   Read the full article.

A family caregiver's love and patience helps diffuse moment of frustration for her senior mother.   Read the full article.