Home Instead

10/28/2026

🎉 Celebrating 90 days with Nicole!
Thank you for your kindness, reliability, and the care you show your clients every day. 💜

10/28/2026

🎉 We’re celebrating Loretta today!
Help us wish her a Happy Birthday! Thank you Loretta for caring with such kindness, patience, and heart.
We appreciate you. 💜

10/27/2026

A big THANK YOU to all of our BASTAS Sponsors this year:
Lynn's in Sturgis
The Physical Therapy Place in Sturgis
Lecy Chiropractic in Rapid
Boyds West Rapid
Beau's in Rapid
RC Hardware in Rapid
Black Hills Core Collective in Rapid
Evolve Gym in Rapid
Black Hills Mental Health in Rapid
The Medicine Shoppe in Rapid

If you're a business owner that would like to be a BASTAS Sponsor, call 605 716-9300!

10/26/2026

🎉 We’re celebrating Jessica today!
Help us wish her a Happy Birthday! Thank you Jessica for caring with such kindness, patience, and heart.
We appreciate you. 💜

10/24/2026

🏡 A safer home can help you keep doing what you love.

Sometimes, small changes around the house can make a big difference in helping older adults stay safe, comfortable and independent at home.

In a new article from Drew and Jonathan, Home Instead’s own Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger shares practical ways to make a home safer as we age—from better lighting to simple updates that support everyday independence.

💚 Because feeling at home means being able to enjoy it.

Explore their home safety tips: https://bit.ly/4eQ9gD1

If you or a loved one decided to stay at home as you age, there are some home modifications to consider for safety. Start here.

10/23/2026

🎉 **5 YEARS OF MAKING A DIFFERENCE!** 🎉

Please join us in celebrating **Mr. Cooper Karp's 5-year anniversary with Home Instead!** 👏

Five years ago, Cooper joined Home Instead as a Care Professional with no previous caregiving experience. He simply wanted to do something meaningful. Something that would make a difference in the lives of others.

Fast forward five years, and that same desire to make a difference has turned into an incredible career.

Today, Cooper leads a team of **more than 65 Care Professionals**, helping recruit, develop, and support the very people who make our mission possible. For many of our newest team members, Cooper is their first introduction to Home Instead. He is the face, the first impression, and often the reason someone decides to begin their own caregiving journey with us.

And here's the thing about Cooper... **he's really, really good at what he does.**

He understands our Care Professionals because he's walked in their shoes. He knows the challenges, the rewards, and the importance of having someone in your corner. That perspective makes him not just an effective leader, but the kind of leader people want to work with.

Cooper's journey is a perfect example of what we believe at Home Instead: **When we invest in people, incredible things happen.**

Our mission is to create a better *What's Next* for our Clients, Families, and Care Professionals. Cooper is living proof that the mission applies just as much to the people providing care as it does to those receiving it.

**Congratulations on five years, Cooper!** Thank you for your leadership, your commitment to our Care Professionals, and for helping make Home Instead of the Black Hills deliberately different.

We're lucky to have you, and we can't wait to see what your next five years bring! ❤️

10/23/2026

Across the country, Home Instead teams are showing up with purpose at Walk to End Alzheimer’s events—walking in honor of loved ones, supporting families and raising critical funds for the fight to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. 💜

We are proud to partner with the ’sAssociation as a Walk to End Alzheimer’s Gold National Team. Together, Home Instead has raised more than $5.7 million over the past 18 years, including $258,000 last year alone, to advance Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

This year, we are well on our way to reaching our goal—and every donation and every step makes a meaningful difference. Thank you to every Care Pro, office team member, client, family member and community partner who walks, fundraises and helps move this mission forward.

To donate or find a Walk near you, visit: https://homeinsteadinc.visitlink.me/iZJ8YM Together, we are moving closer to a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

10/22/2026

🌈 National Color Day — Add a Little More Color to Your Career!
Looking for a career that brings a little more color, purpose, and joy to your day? 💚💛

This National Color Day, we’re celebrating the people who brighten the lives of older adults every single day—our amazing Care Professionals!

As a Home Instead Care Professional, you can make someone’s day brighter by:

💚 Sharing conversation and companionship
💛 Helping with everyday activities
💚 Bringing smiles and laughter
💛 Helping older adults remain safe and independent at home
💚 Simply being there when someone needs you most

You don’t have to change the whole world to make a difference. Sometimes, you just have to brighten one person’s world. 🌈

Ready to add some purpose to your career? Become a Home Instead Care Professional! Apply Here https://www.homeinstead.com/home-care/usa/sd/black-hills/790/home-care-jobs/

Find Caregiver jobs near me with Home Instead & help seniors live safely & happily at home. Caregivers receive comprehensive training. Start your career today.

10/22/2026

When searching for a senior living community, touring more than one place can make all the difference.

Look beyond the amenities and notice the everyday interactions: Do team members know residents by name? Do they speak directly to the person who may live there? Does the community feel warm, personal and welcoming?

In this Caregiver Chats clip, Dr. Lakelyn and Nicole Will share why comparing communities can help families find the right fit for their loved one.

Watch the full episode for more practical guidance: https://www.homeinstead.com/caregiver-chats/nicole-wills-checklist-for-choosing-a-senior-living-community/

10/21/2026

🎉 Celebrating 90 days with Kayzli!
Thank you for your kindness, reliability, and the care you show your clients every day. 💜

10/21/2026

One tour rarely tells the whole story.

When you’re exploring senior living options for someone you love, visit more than one community—and pay attention to the details that reveal how people are truly cared for.

Are residents greeted by name? Are conversations warm and personal? Does the team speak directly to the older adult, not just their family?

Sometimes the clearest answer comes from comparing how each place feels.

Watch the full Caregiver Chats episode with Nicole Will: https://bit.ly/4e9Qk1M

10/20/2026

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/

10/19/2026

A safer home doesn't always require a big renovation. Sometimes, it's the little things that make the biggest difference.

From brighter lighting to clearer walkways, a few simple updates can help make everyday life at home easier and more comfortable for everyone.

Explore more ways to make your home work for the years ahead: https://bit.ly/4dErAP2

10/16/2026

A scheduled tour can show you the highlights. An unscheduled visit can show you everyday life.

When you’re considering a senior living community for someone you love, Nicole Will suggests stopping by at a different time—an evening or weekend—and paying attention to what you see.

Are residents connecting? Does the team seem calm and engaged? Do people know one another by name?

It’s not just about finding a place to live. It’s about finding a place where your loved one can feel known, connected and at home.

Watch the full Caregiver Chats episode with Nicole Will: https://bit.ly/4e9Qk1M

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/

10/14/2026

A safer home doesn't always require a big renovation. Sometimes, it's the little things that make the biggest difference.

From brighter lighting to clearer walkways, a few simple updates can help make everyday life at home easier and more comfortable for everyone.

Explore more ways to make your home work for the years ahead: https://www.homeinstead.com/c/drew-jonathan/

10/14/2026

When families begin exploring senior living, it’s easy to focus on the building first: the amenities, the dining room, the activity calendar.

But as Nicole Will () reminds us, the better place to begin is with the person.

What brings your loved one joy? Where do they find purpose? What kind of connection will help them feel known and at home?

In this episode of Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn and Nicole share a more person-centered way to approach one of caregiving’s biggest decisions.

Watch the full conversation: https://homeinsteadinc.visitlink.me/a1Q8v9