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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

07/16/2026

Sometimes a mirror isn’t just a mirror.

With dementia, a reflection can feel like a stranger.

You can’t reason it away—
and trying to can increase fear.

If it’s distressing,
reduce the trigger. Cover the mirror.

Less explaining… more calming.

07/15/2026

We all showed up… just in different ways.

For me, having my parents under one roof felt simpler.
For her, it changed everything from the outside.

Same situation.
Very different realities.

That’s why honoring how each person shows up matters.

07/14/2026

A sobering reality:

More older adults.
Fewer caregivers.

That gap is already here.

Families are struggling to find support.
Caregivers are stretched thin.

This isn’t a future problem—
it’s today’s reality.

But awareness creates opportunity.

If we treat caregiving like the essential infrastructure it is,
we can build a system that actually works.

07/11/2026

The hardest part isn’t always today—
it’s everything that might happen tomorrow.

The “what ifs” can take over.

But here’s the truth:
not every person with dementia experiences every symptom.

If you’ve met one person with dementia…
you’ve met one.

Come back to today.
One day at a time is enough.

07/10/2026

“I just don’t feel like it.”

With dementia, this isn’t always lack of interest—
it’s often difficulty getting started.

The desire may still be there…
the ability to initiate isn’t.

Instead of suggesting—
help them begin.

Once they’re in it, they may still enjoy it.

07/07/2026

Clothes everywhere?

It might not be the laundry…
it might be a need for activity.

With dementia, people often create their own “jobs.”

Instead of correcting it—
redirect it.

Folding. Sorting. Simple tasks.

Sometimes behavior is just boredom in disguise.

07/04/2026

I see this every week.

Families aren’t waiting too long to ask for help—
there just aren’t enough people to provide it.

The old model of care isn’t sustainable anymore.

We need to rethink everything:
how we live, how we support families, how we value caregiving.

This shift is coming either way.

The question is—
do we adapt out of crisis… or out of vision?

07/02/2026

No one gives you instructions for this phase of life.

Your parents change.
The roles shift.
Nothing feels clear.

You just keep showing up—
and learning as you go.

07/01/2026

It can feel like criticism.

But most of the time…
it’s concern.

Families speak up because they care—
even if it doesn’t come out perfectly.

Stepping back and seeing the intention
can change the whole dynamic.

06/29/2026

This isn’t a “behavior problem.”

If someone is trying to take your clothes off unexpectedly…
you’d react too.

With dementia, it’s not about refusing—
it’s about how it feels in the moment.

Less force.
More gentle guidance and setup.

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