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Home Instead Non-Medical Home Care
In-home senior care services
512.347.9207 Home Instead provides personalized, non-medical in-home care for older adults in Austin, TX.

Our Care Professionals support daily routines with companionship, personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation, medication reminders, respite care, and Alzheimer’s and dementia support. We build flexible care plans around each family’s needs, schedule, and preferences so loved ones can stay safe, comfortable, and connected at home. We proudly serve Austin and surrounding areas with dependable care and clear communication for families. Call today for a free care consultation to see how we can help your family.

When you spend so much time checking on someone else, it can be easy to put your own needs last.This World Mental Health...
10/10/2026

When you spend so much time checking on someone else, it can be easy to put your own needs last.

This World Mental Health Day, we’re making space for family caregivers. The love behind what you do matters, and so does how you’re feeling.

Taking a break, talking honestly with someone you trust or asking for help with a specific task can make room for your own needs. You deserve time to rest, enjoy company and do something for yourself, too.

Let this be a gentle reminder to check in with yourself today. đź’š

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 💚

10/07/2026

“I’m a supporter for him.”

These words capture the care behind the everyday tasks. Preparing meals, helping with laundry, getting to appointments and spending time out together all create opportunities to offer encouragement and companionship.

In this video, a caregiver shares what supporting her client looks like in daily life. Alongside practical help, there’s someone taking an interest, making time and helping him stay involved in his day.

That personal connection is such a meaningful part of care at home. đź’š

An appointment to get to. A favorite meal to prepare. A little more time for the things that matter.When you’re supporti...
10/05/2026

An appointment to get to. A favorite meal to prepare. A little more time for the things that matter.

When you’re supporting an older loved one, a week can fill up quickly. Having someone dependable to share everyday responsibilities can make those plans feel more manageable for everyone.

Home Instead can help with transportation, meal preparation and companionship, with support shaped around individual routines and preferences.

If you’ve been wondering where to begin, think about the part of the week that feels hardest to manage. Your local Home Instead team can talk through what might help.

10/03/2026

Sometimes, a change of scenery is something to look forward to.

In this video, one of our caregivers shares how drives and visits to a senior center offer opportunities to enjoy the surroundings and spend time together. Feeling the sunshine, watching the world go by and having someone alongside you can make an ordinary outing feel special.

Support can help older adults stay connected to the places and experiences they enjoy, at a pace that feels comfortable for them.

Where does your loved one enjoy spending an afternoon?

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. đź’š https://bit.ly/4h6Pwvm

The years add to our stories. Our personalities, passions and preferences still deserve to shine.The music someone loves...
10/01/2026

The years add to our stories. Our personalities, passions and preferences still deserve to shine.

The music someone loves, the opinions they hold and the sense of humor their family knows so well are all part of who they are. Growing older should never mean those things are overlooked.

At Home Instead, getting to know the person is an essential part of care. Understanding what matters to someone helps us support a life that continues to feel like their own. đź’š

What’s a personality trait you share with an older loved one?

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 đź«‚

Support does not have to wait until everything changes.It may begin with a little help around the home, such as meal pre...
09/30/2026

Support does not have to wait until everything changes.

It may begin with a little help around the home, such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands or companionship. As routines or circumstances change, additional support can be introduced. Over time, a personalized care plan can continue evolving around the individual’s needs, preferences and goals.

Flexible care helps families plan for today while knowing support can adapt for tomorrow. Contact your local Home Instead team to discuss what the right level of care could look like.

Cynthia’s words speak to something many families understand: there is real relief in knowing someone dependable is there...
09/29/2026

Cynthia’s words speak to something many families understand: there is real relief in knowing someone dependable is there caring for your loved one.

It can mean knowing they have companionship, support with everyday routines and a familiar person who takes the time to understand them. For families, that reassurance can ease some of the worry. For care professionals like Cynthia, it is a privilege to provide that support and become someone a family can trust. đź’š

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. đź’š

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. đź«‚

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. đź’š 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 đź«‚

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 đź«‚

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 đź«‚

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 đź«‚

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. đź’š 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! đź’ś Iowa DOT Iowa State Fair

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