Private Duty Home Services

05/26/2026

☀️ FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR KIDS START TODAY! ☀️

Kingsport City Schools is kicking off our Summer Meals program today, May 26th! We want to help keep our community's kids fueled, healthy, and happy all summer long.

Any child 18 and under can receive free breakfast and lunch!

Here are the details you need to know:

📌 WHERE: John Sevier Middle School
⏰ WHEN: Monday - Friday (Closed July 3rd)

Breakfast: 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📅 DATES: May 26 – July 10, 2026

🚗 LUNCH DELIVERY AVAILABLE! Lunch delivery is available to picnic at the following KCS schools:

Adams, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Lincoln, and Dobyns-Bennett.

📞 QUESTIONS? For delivery or any questions, please call us at 423-378-2434.

Help us spread the word! Share this post with your friends, family, and neighbors. 🍎🥦

05/25/2026

In the midst of family, food, and celebration, remember the sacrifices that allow us to do so. We are grateful and blessed for those who gave so that we could have! 🫶🏾🙏🏾

05/14/2026

The work we do is difficult, but someone has to do it. We were built for this! When it’s calling, it isn’t work. It’s the gift you were meant to give. Keep giving. Keep living your purpose with passion and fear! You will be rewarded 🫶🏾

04/15/2026

Grateful for our membership in the Bristol Chamber! 🫶🏾

Welcome new member Private Duty Home Services!

03/19/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth this weekend and entered our giveaway—we loved getting to meet so many of you! 💙

Congratulations to Maggie 🎊
You are our Spin to Win Giveaway Winner!

We’ll be reaching out to you shortly with details on how to claim your prize!

If you didn’t win this time—don’t worry, we’ll be doing more giveaways soon 👀

In the meantime, if you or a loved one could benefit from:
✔️ Companionship
✔️ Personal care
✔️ Meal prep & light housekeeping
✔️ Transportation & errands
✔️ Dementia or hospice support

We’re here to help 🤍

📞 423-900-7858
🌐 www.privatedutytn.com

Private Duty Home Services
Quality care led by nursing experts.

03/11/2026

We are hiring urgent for the Bristol TN! Apply below!

Private Duty Home Services is a locally owned, nurse-led home care agency serving the Tri-Cities area. We are urgently hiring a dependable caregiver for a dayti...

03/06/2026

Loneliness isn't just a feeling—for seniors, it’s a major health risk.

Studies show that chronic isolation is linked to faster cognitive decline, depression, and even physical issues like heart disease. As parents age and social circles shrink, days at home can become far too quiet.

Our companionship care is designed to bring that connection back. We don’t just "sit" with your loved one; we provide meaningful engagement:

✓ Real, genuine conversation
✓ Shared hobbies, games, and puzzles
✓ Encouragement for outings and social activities
✓ A consistent, friendly face to look forward to

In-home companionship isn't just a luxury; it’s preventive medicine for the mind and heart.

If your parent is spending too much time alone, let’s talk about how we can bring more joy and connection back into their daily routine.

03/05/2026

The fall that changes everything.

It happens so fast. One second, your parent is walking to another room. The next second, they're on the floor. A broken hip. A hospital stay. Months of recovery. Everything changes.

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death in seniors 65+. And here's the scary part: Most falls are preventable.

But prevention isn't just about "be careful." It's about having someone there. Someone who understands balance issues, can anticipate problems, and provides steady support.

Why falls happen:

✓ Vision changes
✓ Balance problems (inner ear, medications, etc.)
✓ Muscle weakness / de-conditioning
✓ Home hazards (loose rugs, poor lighting, clutter)
✓ Rushing / not paying attention
✓ Medication side effects
✓ Fear of falling (leads to less activity, which weakens muscles more)

What family caregivers struggle with:

You can't follow your parent around all day. And frankly, knowing you're watching makes them feel infantilized. So they try to be independent, and something happens.

What professional caregivers do differently:

Our caregivers are trained in fall prevention AND mobility assistance. They:

✓ Help with balance and support during daily activities (walking, stairs, bathroom, kitchen)
✓ Identify and fix home hazards (loose rugs, poor lighting, clutter)
✓ Encourage safe movement (not "sit down and don't move")
✓ Recommend exercises that build strength and balance
✓ Provide assistance without removing independence
✓ Watch for early warning signs (balance getting worse, shuffling gait, etc.)

If your parent has mobility concerns, this matters:

Falls aren't just a bruise. They're life-changing. Prevention is possible. And it starts with having someone trained to recognize risk and provide support.

We can help. Our caregivers are trained in fall prevention and safe mobility assistance. We can assess your parents' home, create a safety plan, and provide the support that prevents falls while maintaining independence.

Your parent can stay safe AND active. Those aren't mutually exclusive.

Let's talk about mobility safety for your parent.

📱423-900-7858

02/27/2026

Getting started is easier than you think.

We hear it all the time: "I want to explore in-home care, but I don't know where to start. What if I make the wrong choice? Will it be expensive? Will my mom accept it?"

Let us simplify this for you.

Here's our simple 3-step process:

STEP 1: Free Consultation (15-20 minutes)
No obligation. No pressure sales. Just a real conversation.
→ Schedule online or call us
→ We listen to your situation (health, needs, concerns, budget)
→ You ask any questions
→ No commitment unless you want to move forward

STEP 2: Customized Care Plan
We create a plan that fits YOUR family, not a generic template.
→ Specific care tasks (medication reminders, meal prep, companionship, etc.)
→ Flexible scheduling that works with YOUR life
→ Transparent pricing (no hidden fees)
→ Insurance & payment options discussed upfront

STEP 3: Meet Your Caregiver
You don't hand your parent over to a stranger.
→ Your parent meets their caregiver before care starts
→ They get comfortable with each other
→ We answer any last-minute questions
→ Then care begins on YOUR timeline

That's it. Three simple steps to peace of mind.

The best part? Most families tell us they felt more comfortable after the first consultation than they expected. Because now they're not guessing—they have a plan, a team, and a clear path forward.

Ready? It's time to stop worrying and start solving.

02/27/2026

The hardest conversation isn't "I need help." It's "Mom, I think you need help."

And she knows it too. Deep down, she's scared of losing her independence. Of being a burden. Of admitting that things have changed.

If you're having this conversation with a parent now, you're not alone.

We've walked alongside hundreds of Tri-Cities families through this exact moment. The worry. The guilt. The overwhelming feeling of "What if I make the wrong choice?"

Here's what we've learned: The right care doesn't take independence away. It protects it. It gives your parent the support they need to stay in their home, maintain their dignity, and keep doing the things they love.

This isn't about control. It's about love.

If you're considering in-home care for a parent, we're here to answer your questions—no pressure, no judgment. Just real talk about what your family needs.

You're not alone in this.