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Home Instead Home Instead® provides personalized home care to enhance the lives of aging adults & their families.

Home Instead of Dunwoody, Georgia provides trusted senior care across Dekalb County including; Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Tucker, Atlanta, Brookhaven, Decatur, Buckhead, Peachtree Corners, Stone Mountain and other surrounding areas. Our compassionate, professional team tailors personalized care to meet your unique needs, prioritizing comfort and security. Our comprehensive services include 24/7 care, live-in care, respite care, Alzheimer's & dementia care, outpatient support, short-term recovery, veteran care, medication reminders, & transportation to appointments or medical visits. Call 770-392-8952 today to schedule a free home care assessment and see how we can support your family’s needs.

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/

10/16/2026

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/

"How many hours does she need?" is the question we get most, and almost nobody knows the answer walking in. A Care Consu...
10/15/2026

"How many hours does she need?" is the question we get most, and almost nobody knows the answer walking in. A Care Consultation is a conversation in her home. We look at the day she actually has and tell you what it would take. Swipe through.

10/07/2026

Lesson learned: not everyone will catch you. But when it comes to caring for your loved ones, we've got them. 💚

10/07/2026

If you have ever lain awake wondering, “Am I doing enough for my aging parent?” this is for you.

You were never meant to carry caregiving alone. Asking for help can create more support, more breathing room and a more sustainable path forward for both you and the person you love.

If Alzheimer’s or dementia is part of your family’s story, explore our resources for guidance and support: https://bit.ly/3UXY7sU 💚

A nearby family sent this. It meant a lot.
10/06/2026

A nearby family sent this. It meant a lot.

Name the person who taught you the most.
10/01/2026

Name the person who taught you the most.

10/01/2026

“Hospice is another word for hope.”

Families may worry that choosing hospice means they are giving up. Hospice can offer something very different: a team of people who come alongside your loved one and your family with comfort, care and support.

In this Caregiver Chats clip, gerontologist Dr. Julie Masters shares why learning about hospice sooner can help families access the resources available to them.

Listen to the full conversation with Dr. Lakelyn wherever you get your podcasts. 💚 https://bit.ly/4h6Pwvm

Did you know dementia can affect people under age 65? When someone is still working, raising a family, or making plans f...
09/30/2026

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 🫂

We knew Home Instead is a great place to work but now the world sees it too! Forbes Names Home Instead One of America’s ...
09/28/2026

We knew Home Instead is a great place to work but now the world sees it too!

Forbes Names Home Instead One of America’s Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals!

We’re proud to share that Home Instead has been named to Forbes’ 2026 list of America’s Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals for the second year in a row, rising from #144 to #50!

The recognition is based on feedback from more than 30,000 employees across healthcare and social services, with organizations evaluated on factors including working conditions, career opportunities, wages, schedules and safety.

Moving up 94 spots reflects the culture of care, connection and support that teams across the Home Instead network create every day.

See opportunities in Decatur + Atlanda GA

https://www.homeinstead.com/home-care/usa/ga/atlanta/105/home-care-jobs/

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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