Caring Hands Adult Foster Care

12/29/2025

🚨 Let’s Talk About Scams (Because They’re Getting Smarter) 🚨

Scammers don’t just target money — they target trust. And unfortunately, older adults and caregivers are often their focus.
Here are a few simple ways to protect yourself and the people you love:

🔒 Slow it down. Scammers create urgency. “Act now,” “last chance,” “don’t tell anyone.” Real companies don’t pressure like that.

📞 Verify everything. If a call claims to be from a bank, Medicare, Social Security, or even a “grandchild,” hang up and call the official number yourself.

💳 Never share personal info. Social Security numbers, bank details, PINs, or passwords should never be given out over the phone, text, or email.

✉️ Watch for red flags. Misspelled emails, odd links, gift card requests, or payments demanded in crypto are major warning signs.

👂 Talk about it. The best protection is conversation. Encourage loved ones to check in before sending money or information — no judgment, ever.

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas Eve from Caring Hands

Tonight, we hope you pause for just a moment and take in the little things... the quiet glow of the tree, the sound of a familiar song, a warm drink in your hands, a shared smile, or the comfort of simply not being alone.

These moments may seem small, but they’re the ones that soften our hearts, bring back memories, and remind us what this season is really about.

From our home to yours, we are wishing our residents, families, caregivers, and community a peaceful, love-filled Christmas Eve. Thank you for trusting us with the people who matter most. ❤️🎄

12/24/2025

What may look “small” to us often feels big to someone else.

Familiar routines, favorite chairs, the same mug every morning, predictable mealtimes, and familiar sounds all help the brain feel safe. When the brain feels safe, anxiety drops, cooperation improves, and overall wellbeing goes up.

As we age, change can feel overwhelming. Even tiny disruptions can cause confusion, frustration, or fatigue. That’s why consistency and comfort matter so much in daily care.

These aren’t just habits, they’re anchors...and when those anchors are respected, people feel calmer, more secure, and more like themselves.

12/23/2025

13.4K likes, 3407 comments. Check out Nurse Amy✨A Graceful Goodbye’s video.

12/23/2025

Why animals matter so much in our home 🐾

Our home isn’t quiet in the way you might expect — and that’s on purpose. There’s the sound of paws on the floor, a cat choosing someone’s lap, fish gliding back and forth, and the occasional bark just to say hello, I’m here.

Caring hands is home to two dogs, three cats, a bunny and an aquarium, and they bring something special that can’t be scheduled or taught. They offer comfort without questions, companionship without pressure, and moments of joy that happen naturally — a smile, a laugh, a story that starts with “I used to have a dog just like that…”

Animals have a way of reaching people on days when words are hard. They sit close. They listen. They remind you that you’re not alone.

We even once had an aviary — and between the birds and the people, the house was always full of chatter. Truthfully, we wouldn’t have had it any other way.

These animals aren’t here for therapy or show. They’re here because this is a home. And homes are better when they’re full of life, warmth, and a little bit of beautiful chaos.

My phones gallery is filled mostly with photos and videos of our furry friends with residents and I wouldn't have it any other way! ❤️

12/23/2025

Why Some Residents Don’t Want Family Visits Every Day

This can be hard to talk about, but it matters.

Sometimes a resident doesn’t want daily visits from family — and it’s not because they aren’t loved or don’t care.

Visits can be emotionally heavy. They can bring up worry, guilt, old roles, or the feeling of needing to “perform” when someone is already tired. For some people, it takes a lot of energy to process a visit, even a good one.

That doesn’t mean visits aren’t important.
It means balance is.

Many residents do better when visits are predictable, relaxed, and spaced in a way that lets them recover emotionally afterward.

Quiet days aren’t rejection.
They’re regulation.
And honoring that is sometimes one of the kindest forms of care.

12/23/2025

Well… look who blew in with the winter air 😏

Mr. & Mrs. Claus stopped by, passed out some treats, and left behind a bunch of smiles. 🎅🏼✨

12/22/2025

A HUGE thank you to everyone who has participated in sending letters, drawings, and gifts with our residents. Your kindness made our home feel extra warm this season!! ❤️

12/21/2025

✨ Meet the Owner of Caring Hands ✨

Hi! My name is Kimberly. This home means more to me than a business, it’s a place built on family values, presence, and the belief that quality care comes from showing up consistently and treating people with dignity and respect.

✨ How long have you worked at Caring Hands?
➡️ I began my caregiving journey in my teens, helping at my parents’ adult foster care home. After working at another assisted living facility, serving in the military, and graduating from a law enforcement program, I followed my heart back to caregiving. I officially started Caring Hands in 2019, returning to a home with deep family roots where caring for others has always felt meant to be.

✨ What’s your favorite part of caring for residents?
➡️ Building genuine relationships. Taking the time to truly know each person—their stories, routines, needs and making sure they feel safe, respected, and truly at home. I would also say making them laugh every chance I get!

✨ What’s one word your friends would use to describe you?
➡️ Dedicated. I live in this home, and that level of care requires commitment beyond scheduled hours. Being present, reliable, and fully invested isn’t just part of my job, it’s part of my daily life.

✨ If you could have any superpower to help with caregiving, what would it be?
➡️ The ability to instantly understand what someone needs even when they can’t find the words, so no one ever feels unheard or uncomfortable.

✨ What’s your go-to comfort food or favorite food?
➡️ Any carbs! bread, pastas, rice dishes! Yum!

✨ What do you love to do when you’re not working?
➡️ That's a trick question, I'm never "off the clock." I love making memories with my son and all of my family! I love going fishing, recharging when I can, and appreciating the quiet moments in between.

✨ What’s one piece of advice you’d give someone who wants to work in caregiving?
➡️ Caregiving isn’t just a job, it’s a responsibility. Lead with empathy, patience, consistency, and always remember you’re caring for someone’s loved one.

12/20/2025

There’s a quiet reality of caregiving that isn’t often talked about.

As some people near the later chapters of life, they begin to reflect more deeply. Memories surface. Regrets. Unspoken truths. Stories they’ve carried silently for decades. Sometimes, those thoughts feel too heavy to hold alone.

In moments of trust, a resident may share a secret, a confession, or a story they’ve never said out loud before. Not because they expect answers or forgiveness, but because being heard matters.

For families, this can be hard to imagine. But for the person sharing, it can be incredibly relieving. Holding onto unresolved emotions for a lifetime can feel like a burden, and speaking them aloud can bring peace, clarity, or simply comfort.

What’s important to understand is that these moments aren’t about judgment or fixing the past. They’re about presence. About listening with compassion. About allowing someone to feel seen and acknowledged as a whole person—history, flaws, and all.

It’s a powerful reminder that emotional care is just as vital as physical care, and that dignity at the end of life often looks like being allowed to tell your story, finally, to someone who will simply listen.

Sometimes, the greatest gift we can offer another human being is a safe space to let go. 💛

12/20/2025

Entrusting someone with the care of a loved one is one of the hardest and most vulnerable decisions a family can make. When a family member hugs us and says “thank you for taking such good care of them,” it reminds us that this work is about far more than routines or responsibilities. It’s about trust, compassion, and honoring the life and story of the person in our care. We hold that trust close to our hearts every single day. 🤍

12/19/2025

So many great educational videos from this PA-C ❤️

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