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Home Instead Seattle Home Instead Senior Care - providing exceptional care to Seattle seniors by providing care and companionship within the comfort of our client's homes.

Serving all of Seattle, West Seattle, Shoreline, Kenmore, Lake Forrest Park, Lake City. Home Instead of Seattle provides personalized in-home care to help older adults live comfortably and independently at home. Services include personal care, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, transportation, respite care, and support for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. From a few hours of help to around-the-clock care, our team works with families to build a care plan around each client’s needs and routines. Our caregivers are carefully screened, including background and reference checks. Contact our Seattle team to discuss care options for your loved one.

💚 October 10 is World Mental Health Day—a reminder that emotional well-being matters at every age.Older adults, family c...
10/10/2026

💚 October 10 is World Mental Health Day—a reminder that emotional well-being matters at every age.

Older adults, family caregivers, and loved ones deserve space to share how they’re feeling and ask for support. Sometimes that conversation begins with a simple question: “How are you really doing?”

At Home Instead Seattle, we value compassionate listening, meaningful companionship, and everyday moments of connection.

💚 Check in with an older loved one or caregiver today. Make time to listen without rushing to offer a solution—and remember that you deserve support, too.

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 💚

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10/06/2026


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💜 October 5 is National Do Something Nice Day!A small act of kindness can brighten someone’s whole day—especially an old...
10/05/2026

💜 October 5 is National Do Something Nice Day!

A small act of kindness can brighten someone’s whole day—especially an older adult who would appreciate a little extra connection.

Call a loved one just to say hello. Bring a neighbor their favorite treat. Offer to help with an errand, or spend a few minutes listening to a story.

At Home Instead Seattle, we believe thoughtful moments help people feel seen, valued, and connected.

💜 Do something nice for an older adult in your life today. What kindness will you share?

⛳ October 4 is National Golf Lover’s Day!Golf can bring back wonderful memories—the favorite course, the longtime friend...
10/04/2026

⛳ October 4 is National Golf Lover’s Day!

Golf can bring back wonderful memories—the favorite course, the longtime friends, and that one unforgettable shot.

At Home Instead Seattle, we love celebrating the interests that make each older adult unique. Whether it’s enjoying a putting green, watching a tournament together, or sharing stories from years on the course, there’s more than one way to celebrate a love of golf.

💚 Spend time with a golf lover today and ask about their favorite golf memory. You might hear a story you’ve never heard before!

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a reminder that care, compassion, and connection matter.At Home Instead Seatt...
10/02/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a reminder that care, compassion, and connection matter.

At Home Instead Seattle, we honor those living with breast cancer, celebrate survivors, remember loved ones, and recognize the family members and caregivers who walk beside them.

Sometimes support looks like a warm meal, help with everyday tasks, or simply being there to listen. Small acts of kindness can mean so much.

💕 Reach out to someone affected by breast cancer this month. Ask, “What can I take off your plate this week?”

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. 💚 https://bit.ly/4h6Pwvm

🍂 Hello, October!A new month brings little moments to look forward to—colorful leaves, cozy afternoons, and time with th...
10/01/2026

🍂 Hello, October!

A new month brings little moments to look forward to—colorful leaves, cozy afternoons, and time with the people we love.

At Home Instead Seattle, we’re welcoming fall with a reminder to include the older adults in our lives. Share a warm drink, look through family photos, or enjoy the autumn colors together. Let their favorite traditions inspire your plans. 🧡

🍁 Call an older loved one this week and plan something they’ll enjoy. What’s your favorite October tradition?

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 🫂

Aging Well Is Better TogetherConnection plays an important role in healthy aging. With encouragement from family, friend...
09/30/2026

Aging Well Is Better Together
Connection plays an important role in healthy aging. With encouragement from family, friends, caregivers and the community, older adults can feel supported, engaged and less alone.

You do not have to navigate aging alone. Connect with Home Instead to learn about senior care and companionship in Seattle and Shoreline.

📞 Give us a call 206-622-4663 —we’re happy to help. Or visit our website https://zurl.co/Y2xAb

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

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3221 Eastlake Avenue E, Ste 110
Seattle, WA
98102

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Tuesday 9am - 5am
Wednesday 9am - 5am
Thursday 9am - 5am
Friday 9am - 5am

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