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Foothills Home Services Ltd. Foothills Home Services in the Foothills area offers peace of mind with in-home companionship care.

Our aging community has many challenges facing them as they grow into their golden years. They yearn to stay in their own home communities and to stay in an environment that they feel safe, cared for, and confident with their surroundings. Also, they want to continue with what they feel is their lifestyle and can make their own decisions as they continue daily requirements; all without feeling a burden on their families. Foothills Home Services can give these families that peace of mind.

Caregiver Tip Friday 💙 When families think about senior care, they usually think about the physical side. Meals. Mobilit...
10/09/2026

Caregiver Tip Friday 💙

When families think about senior care, they usually think about the physical side. Meals. Mobility. Medications.

But one of the quietest risks a senior faces at home is loneliness — and it rarely announces itself.

It looks like less interest in the things they used to love. Shorter phone calls. Days that pass without a real conversation. And as the evenings get darker and outdoor plans dry up, it tends to deepen through autumn.

Here's the tip: connection is care. A regular visit from a familiar face does more for a senior's wellbeing than most people realise — not just company, but routine, stimulation, and someone who notices when something's off.

That's exactly what our companionship care is built for. Consistent caregivers who show up, remember the stories, and genuinely enjoy the visit. And for those who qualify, CDHCI-funded care may cover approved support.

As Elaine W. shared:

"Absolutely amazing care, couldn't ask for better. It changed my life. They are wonderful people and I love them… I trust them with my life." — Elaine W.

If someone you love has been spending too many days on their own, we'd love to help change that. 💙

📧 Email Sylvia at [email protected]
📞 (403) 601-0241

A holiday visit shows you what a phone call never can. 🍂Here are five quiet things families often notice when they head ...
10/08/2026

A holiday visit shows you what a phone call never can. 🍂

Here are five quiet things families often notice when they head home for Thanksgiving:
1. What's actually in the fridge. More condiments than meals. Groceries bought, but untouched.
2. Upkeep has quietly stopped. Not messy — just things that used to happen automatically and now don't.
3. The paperwork piles up. Unopened mail, bills sitting out, appointment cards that came and went.
4. Medications don't add up. A bottle that should be nearly empty, and isn't.
5. The mood has shifted. Less interest in the things they love. More time alone.

None of these means something is wrong. But if a couple of them stay with you on the drive home, that's worth paying attention to.

Foothills Home Services provides in-home care for seniors across the Foothills — meal preparation, personal care, companionship, medication reminders, light housekeeping and respite for family caregivers. Support can start with just a few hours a week and grow only if it's needed.

And for those who qualify, CDHCI-funded care (Client Directed Home Care Invoicing) through Alberta Health Services may cover approved in-home support.

There's no rush and no pressure here. Whenever you'd like to talk through what you noticed, we'd be glad to listen. 💙

Email [email protected] or call (403) 601-0241

"I think Mom needs more help — but how do I even bring it up?" 💭It's one of the most delicate conversations a family wil...
10/06/2026

"I think Mom needs more help — but how do I even bring it up?" 💭

It's one of the most delicate conversations a family will ever have. So we wrote a blog to help.

Extra Care for Seniors: Navigating This Sensitive Time walks you through:

✔ The subtle signs a senior loved one may need additional support
✔ How to approach that tough conversation with care, not confrontation
✔ Key questions for building a long-term care plan early
✔ When in-home care is the right fit

For over two decades, our founder Sylvia McKinlay has helped hundreds of Foothills families navigate exactly this moment. This blog gathers what she's learned.

Foothills Home Services provides in-home senior care across High River, Okotoks and the surrounding communities, including palliative care. And for families who qualify, CDHCI-funded care can help cover approved services.

📖 Read it here: https://www.foothillshomeservicesltd.com/home-care/extra-care-for-seniors-navigating-this-sensitive-time
And if you'd rather talk it through with someone who's been here many times before, our door is always open. 💙

📧 Email Sylvia at [email protected]
📞 (403) 601-0241

Caregiver Tip 💙Thanksgiving weekend is coming up, and for a lot of families it's the first real visit home in months.Her...
10/05/2026

Caregiver Tip 💙

Thanksgiving weekend is coming up, and for a lot of families it's the first real visit home in months.

Here's our gentle tip: go for the turkey, but pay attention to the everyday.

Not in a checking-up-on-them way. Just notice the ordinary things a phone call can never show you — what's actually in the fridge, whether the house feels kept up, how they move around their own kitchen, whether the conversation loops back on itself.

You're not looking for problems. You're just getting the full picture, which is something you simply can't get from 300 kilometres away.

And if something does sit with you afterwards, that feeling is worth listening to. Foothills Home Services provides in-home care for seniors across High River, Okotoks and the Foothills.

As John V. so kindly put it:

"It's a beautiful thing to see that there are still beacons of light radiating from selfless people who… help pull as many of the sick and elderly out from under the wheels of the government cutback bus. You rock!" — John V.

If something stays with you after the visit, you don't have to sit with it alone. We're here whenever you're ready to talk it through. 💙

📧 Email [email protected]
📞 Call (403) 601-0241

10/03/2026

Most businesses don't have a marketing problem. They have a foundation problem. 🧱

Here are five signs yours needs attention before you scale:
1️⃣ Your website could belong to any competitor with the logo swapped out
2️⃣ Leads come in, but follow-up only happens when someone remembers
3️⃣ You can't confidently say which channel brings your best clients
4️⃣ Your service pages describe what you do, but never say what happens next
5️⃣ You're planning to spend more next quarter without knowing what worked this one

If you nodded at even two of those, that's not a failure. It's just information, and October is the right month to act on it.

Because more marketing on a weak foundation doesn't create growth. It creates faster leaks.

Take the TAOB Readiness Checklist and get an honest read on where your business actually stands before the Q4 and new-year budget conversations start. 📋 : https://us17.list-manage.com/survey?u=78b15769fca27eb200f6e1b7a&id=21e7704ada&attribution=false

Not sure exactly what "home care" includes? You're not alone — and the answer is probably more flexible than you'd expec...
09/29/2026

Not sure exactly what "home care" includes? You're not alone — and the answer is probably more flexible than you'd expect.

At Foothills Home Services, care is built around the person, not a fixed package. It can look like:

🤝 Companionship and social visits
🍽️ Meal preparation and nutrition support
🛁 Personal care — bathing, grooming, hygiene
🚗 Errands, appointments and transportation
💊 Medication reminders and routine support
🧠 Dementia care and respite for family caregivers

Some families need just a few hours a week. Others need more. Either way, we build a custom plan around what your loved one actually needs — and adjust it as things change.

And for those who qualify, some or all of this may be funded through CDHCI (Client Directed Home Care Invoicing) via Alberta Health Services.

The right care starts with understanding your options. Let's talk about yours.

📧 Email us at [email protected]
📞 Call (403) 601-0241

As September comes to a close, here's the message we hope stays with every family: you don't have to decide alone. Decid...
09/28/2026

As September comes to a close, here's the message we hope stays with every family: you don't have to decide alone.

Deciding whether it's time for care is one of the heaviest questions families carry. But it doesn't have to be a giant leap. It can start with a single, no-pressure conversation — and grow only as much as your senior loved one actually needs.

Whether it's companionship, personal care, respite for a tired family caregiver, or specialized dementia support, we'll guide you one step at a time. And for families who qualify, CDHCI-funded care through Alberta Health Services can help cover approved in-home support.

We've been honoured to walk alongside Foothills families for 25 years. Whenever you're ready, we're right here.

📧 Email us at [email protected]
📞 Call (403) 601-0241

Caregiver Tip Friday 💙One of the hardest parts of home care isn't the care itself — it's the first conversation.Talking ...
09/25/2026

Caregiver Tip Friday 💙

One of the hardest parts of home care isn't the care itself — it's the first conversation.

Talking to a parent about accepting help can feel daunting. Many seniors worry it means losing independence. So how do you approach it with love?

💬 Lead with care, not logistics. Start from "I want you to be safe and comfortable," not "here's the plan."
👂 Listen more than you talk. Ask how they feel about the day-to-day.
🌱 Frame it as support, not surrender. Help at home is what lets them stay home.
⏳ Don't rush. This is often a series of gentle conversations, not one big talk.
🤝 Bring in a trusted guide. Sometimes a calm, experienced third party makes all the difference.

That's exactly where we come in. We help families navigate these moments every day — with patience, honesty, and zero pressure. And when you're ready, we'll explain every option clearly, including CDHCI-funded care for those who qualify.

📧 Email us at [email protected]
📞 Call (403) 601-0241

Behind every family we support is a story — and hearing those stories means the world to us. If Foothills Home Services ...
09/22/2026

Behind every family we support is a story — and hearing those stories means the world to us.

If Foothills Home Services has cared for someone you love, would you take a moment to share your experience in a Google review?

It may feel like a small thing, but it makes a real difference. When another Foothills family is lying awake wondering "who can we trust with Mom or Dad?", your honest words help them feel confident that compassionate, consistent care is out there.

Your review helps a neighbour take that first step. And after 25 years of caring for this community, we know just how much that first step matters.

Thank you for being part of our Foothills family. 🧡

👉 Leave a review here: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Foothills+Home+Services+Ltd/@50.5920908,-113.8958574,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x537195743a943db7:0xe7a39c6fa874d565!8m2!3d50.513953!4d-113.9280322!16s%2Fg%2F1vhq3cxp?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDYwMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3Dhttps://www.google.com/maps/place/Foothills+Home+Services+Ltd/@50.5920908,-113.8958574,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x537195743a943db7:0xe7a39c6fa874d565!8m2!3d50.513953!4d-113.9280322!16s%2Fg%2F1vhq3cxp?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDYwMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

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1508 High Country Drive NW
High River, AB
T1V1V9

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Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

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