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Nov 06, 2023
Home Instead Gerontologist Featured in MarketWatch
smart food choices for seniors
Nov 29, 2023
Enhancing Seniors' Immune Systems Through Smart Food Choices During Seasonal Changes
Thanksgiving for Seniors
Nov 20, 2023
Creating a Meaningful Thanksgiving for Older Adults
Holiday Travel Tips
Nov 16, 2023
Holiday Travel Tips for Older Adults
Diabetes Management For Seniors
Oct 25, 2023
Why Home Care Matters for Seniors with Diabetes
arthritis in senior
Oct 18, 2023
The Impact of Arthritis on Mobility and Independence in Seniors
fall foods for seniors
Sep 28, 2023
Fall-Flavored Nutrition: 5 Healthy Food Ideas for Seniors
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Sep 22, 2023
The Benefits of Meal Planning For Older Adults
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Sep 05, 2023
Home Instead is Hiring 25,000 Care Professionals in 2023
respite care
Aug 31, 2023
It's Okay to Take a Break: Overcoming Caregiver Guilt About Respite Care
at home hospice care
Aug 25, 2023
How to Choose the Right Hospice Care Provider for At-Home Services
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Aug 16, 2023
The Critical Role of Compassion in Home Care
Meeting Medical Needs for Seniors
Jul 28, 2023
Hurricane Season Preparedness: Meeting Medical Needs for Seniors
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Jul 21, 2023
Strategies for Self-Care and Managing Stress as a Caregiver
Heat related illnesses to watch out for
Jul 12, 2023
The Impact of Louisiana Summer Heat on Older Adults' Health
Support Older Adults with Early stage Dementia
Jun 28, 2023
Supporting Seniors with Early-Stage Dementia: Strategies for Family Caregivers
Benefits of Hospice Care
Jun 15, 2023
5 Benefits of Hospice Care for Patients and Families
Fun Summer Activities for Seniors
Jun 09, 2023
Fun Summer Activities in Lafayette, LA, for Seniors
Senior and Caregiver
May 31, 2023
Home Instead Raises $103,000 for Meals on Wheels to Combat Social Isolation in Older Adults
Home Safety for Seniors with Arthritis
May 30, 2023
The Importance of Home Safety for Seniors with Arthritis
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May 19, 2023
How to Talk to a Loved One About Their Early Signs of Dementia
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May 12, 2023
5 Reasons to Consider a Career in Home Care
Home Instead Partners with Meals on Wheels
May 08, 2023
Home Instead Partners with Meals on Wheels to Combat Social Isolation in Older Adults
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Apr 25, 2023
Why Senior Home Care is More Important Than Ever
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Apr 21, 2023
6 Tips for Setting Up Hospice Care at Home
Skin care screening
Apr 14, 2023
The Importance of Regular Skin Cancer Screenings for Older Adults
Relocating with an Elderly Family Member
Mar 31, 2023
Relocating with a Senior Family Member: How to Make it Stress-Free
Managing Seasonal Allergies in Seniors
Mar 20, 2023
How to Manage Seasonal Allergies in Seniors
Tax preparation tips for seniors
Mar 16, 2023
Tax Preparation Tips for Older Adults
Home Instead Recognized As Leader In Franchising
Mar 09, 2023
Home Instead Recognized as Leader in Franchising
FT Zor Awards 2023
Feb 27, 2023
Home Instead Named 2023 Best Buy in Exclusive Franchise Times Ranking
Ways Seniors Can Keep Their Hearts Healthy
Feb 27, 2023
6 Ways Seniors Can Keep Their Hearts Healthy
Constipation in the elderly
Feb 17, 2023
Constipation in the Elderly: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Tips for Caring for a Bedridden Family Member
Feb 10, 2023
6 Tips for Caring for a Bedridden Family Member
Cold weather tips for seniors
Jan 30, 2023
Cold Weather Safety Tips for Seniors
Loss of a partner
Jan 20, 2023
Healing After the Loss of a Partner or Spouse
Respite care
Jan 13, 2023
The Different Types of Respite Care
Caregiver dementia mood swings
Dec 21, 2022
4 Ways Caregivers Can Cope with Dementia Mood Swings
Managing diabetes in seniors during the holidays
Dec 16, 2022
Managing Diabetes in Seniors During the Holidays
Holiday decorating with seniors
Dec 12, 2022
Holiday Decorating with Seniors: How to Make It Safe and Still Fun
Hearing Loss
Nov 23, 2022
Age-Related Hearing Loss: What You Need to Know
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Nov 18, 2022
Flu Season and the Elderly
2022 Home Instead Regional Care Professionals of the Year
Nov 18, 2022
Home Instead Names 5 Regional Care Professionals of the Year
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Nov 14, 2022
5 Healthy Thanksgiving Meal Ideas for Seniors to Try This Year
Air Travel Tips for Seniors
Oct 28, 2022
6 Top Tips for Flying with Older Adults
Respite Care Home Instead
Oct 17, 2022
4 Reasons Why Respite Care is Important for Caregivers
How to Treat Dry Skin in Seniors
Oct 07, 2022
How to Treat Dry Skin in Older Adults
Retirement Blues
Sep 23, 2022
Retirement Blues: How to Beat it
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Sep 22, 2022
Home Instead Chief Advocacy Officer Helps Craft the First-Ever National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers
Fall activities for seniors
Sep 16, 2022
7 Fun Fall Activities to Do with Aging Loved Ones in Lafayette, LA
Managing Grief and Loss Home Instead
Sep 09, 2022
Managing Grief and Loss for Caregivers
How to Support a Loved One with a Terminal Illness
Aug 24, 2022
How to Support a Loved One with a Terminal Illness
Hurrican season and the elderly
Aug 19, 2022
Hurricane Season: What Does It Mean for the Elderly?
Fatigue in seniors
Aug 12, 2022
Is Fatigue in Seniors Normal?
Music therapy for seniors
Jul 25, 2022
How Can Music Therapy Benefit the Elderly?
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Jul 20, 2022
Give65 Fundraising Event Will Distribute $1 Million to Aging Adults in Need
Eye Health in Seniors
Jul 15, 2022
Keeping Your Eyes Healthy as You Age
Water Aerobics Exercises for Seniors
Jul 11, 2022
5 Easy Water Aerobic Exercises for Seniors
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Jul 10, 2022
Annual Give65 Fundraising Event for Older Adults July 12-15
How Does Aging Affect Oral Health
Jun 24, 2022
How Does Aging Affect Oral Health?
Seven Stages of Alzheimer s Home Instead
Jun 17, 2022
7 Stages of Alzheimer's Disease
Celebrate Independence Day with Your Aging Loved One
Jun 10, 2022
How to Safely Celebrate 4th of July with Your Aging Loved One
What are the differences between Alzheimer s and dementia
May 20, 2022
The Differences Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Protecting Senior Loved Ones Against Cybercrimes
May 13, 2022
Protecting Seniors from Cybercrime
Adult children talking with aging mother
May 06, 2022
Colonoscopy or End-of-Life Planning? Home Instead Launches Educational Program for Families
Keeping the Elderly Safe When Driving
May 06, 2022
7 Elderly Driver Safety Tips
Early Signs of Diabetes in Seniors
Apr 22, 2022
Early Signs of Diabetes in Seniors
Safe Exercises if You Have Arthritis
Apr 18, 2022
Safe Exercises if You Have Arthritis
Stress Management Tips for Older Adults
Apr 08, 2022
Stress Awareness Month: Stress Management Tips for Older Adults
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Apr 01, 2022
Home Instead and NLN Award Scholarships to Nurses Committed to Geriatric Care
Senior Caregiver Roles
Mar 25, 2022
Senior Caregiver Roles: What to Know
Healthy Eating for Seniors
Mar 18, 2022
Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors
Keeping Your Elderly Loved One Active This Spring
Mar 11, 2022
Keeping Your Elderly Loved One Active This Spring
Benefits of Companion Animals for Elderly
Feb 25, 2022
6 Benefits of Companion Animals for the Elderly
Tips to Prevent Falling at Home
Feb 18, 2022
Tips to Prevent Falling at Home for Seniors
Celebrate Mardi Gras with Your Aging Loved One
Feb 11, 2022
How to Celebrate Mardi Gras with Your Aging Loved One
Simple Workouts Older Adults Can Do at Home
Jan 24, 2022
6 Simple Workouts Older Adults Can Do at Home To Stay Fit
Early Signs of Dementia to Watch Out for
Jan 14, 2022
6 Early Signs of Dementia to Watch Out For
Healthy New Year s Resolutions for Seniors
Jan 04, 2022
5 Healthy New Year's Resolutions for Seniors
Ring in 2022 with Your Senior Loved One
Dec 21, 2021
5 Fun Activities to Ring in 2022 with Your Senior Loved One
Holiday Gifts for Older Adults
Dec 15, 2021
Best Holiday Gifts for Older Adults
Hospice Care vs Palliative Care
Dec 09, 2021
Hospice Care vs Palliative Care: What’s the Difference?
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Nov 29, 2021
Home Instead Charities Participates in #GivingTuesday
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Nov 22, 2021
Home Instead and Amazon Business Deliver Joy to Older Adults this Holiday Season
Cold weather skin care tips
Nov 19, 2021
Cold Weather Skin Care Tips for Older Adults
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Seniors
Nov 15, 2021
Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving with Your Elderly Loved Ones
Senior Holiday Blues
Nov 10, 2021
How to Help Seniors Battle the Holiday Blues
Home Instead Memory Care Lafayette LA
Oct 25, 2021
What is Memory Care and When Does Someone Need One
Benefits of companionship for seniors
Oct 19, 2021
Benefits of Companionship for Seniors
Enhance elderly loved ones quality of life
Oct 12, 2021
Ways to Enhance the Quality of Life of Your Elderly Loved One
Hospice
Sep 30, 2021
What Is Hospice Care?
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Sep 30, 2021
How to Know When to Start Home Care - Lafayette, LA
CarePro in a mask helping a senior through the hallway
Sep 18, 2021
Why Home Care in Lafayette, LA?
Senior having a conversation with their son at the dinner table
Aug 27, 2021
When is the right Time to Consider a Senior Living Community
Home Instead CAREGiver and senior smiling and working on puzzle
Aug 19, 2021
Best Qualities to look for in a Great Professional Caregiver
Pain Management in Hospice Care
Aug 09, 2021
The importance of Pain Management in Hospice Care
Home Instead and Honor
Aug 06, 2021
Honor Acquires Home Instead to Transform Care Experience for Caregivers and Older Adults
Happy Senior
Jul 28, 2021
Give65 Raises Record $720,000 in Annual Fundraiser
Home Instad
Jul 14, 2021
Addressing Later Life Sleep Problems
Heat
Jul 07, 2021
Staying Safe in Warm Weather – Special Care for the Elderly