Home Instead

02/18/2026

Come on out and join us for a good time! Bring your friends and family! Can't wait to see everyone!

Come donate pet supplies, or some pet food for our clients! Let's feed their pets, so they can ensure they feed themselves.

02/18/2026

Our GBC Chapter meeting will be this Thursday.

Our speaker will be GBC Police Captain Connie Pena Katsoulas.

Chamber members may bring any business material that you wish to share with the membership.

Bring a potential member with you.

NOTE the location. 200 Municipal Dr. (near the Police Department)


Hope to see you there,
Marty
GBC Committee Chair
Chamber HUB Board Chair

02/17/2026

Caring for a loved one is an act of love — but it doesn’t have to be a solo journey.

Respite care offers flexible options, from a few hours a week to short-term stays, giving families the support they deserve.

It allows caregivers to:

✨ Maintain their own health

✨ Strengthen relationships

✨ Avoid burnout

✨ Continue caregiving long-term

Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Call our office today to learn how we can help your family.

02/16/2026

Good food supports joyful aging. See how nutrition expert Joy Bauer helps older adults thrive. 🥑 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4q2Uhsf

02/14/2026

Caregivers give so much love—today, we’re sending some back to them. 💚 Share this with a care professional who deserves to feel appreciated today.

02/13/2026

Care that feels personal starts with professionals you can trust.
Our Care Pros are thoroughly trained, carefully screened, and deeply dependable—so families can feel confident, not anxious.

What matters most to you when trusting someone with care at home?

02/11/2026

Some things actually get better with age. 💛

Caring less about what others think.
Finding your people more easily.
Friendships that feel deeper and sweeter.
A greater appreciation for nature, music, and meaning.

In this episode of Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn and gerontologist Dr. Kerry Burnight remind us that when we focus on what grows with age—not just what changes—we can experience aging in a whole new way.

🎧 Watch the full conversation wherever you get your podcasts or tap the link: https://apple.co/4bm6ULj

02/11/2026

🎉🎉TOMORROW 🎉🎉

Calling All Seniors Who Love Games!!

Do you enjoy playing board games or card games? If so, we’d love for you to join us for Board & Card Game Time every Wednesday morning from 10:00 AM at the Gun Barrel Community Center.

All you need is a Community Center membership, which is just $10 per year, and you’re all set to join the fun at 200 Municipal Drive.

Come play, laugh, and connect with friends—we look forward to seeing you there!

02/09/2026

Here's a great opportunity for those in Kaufman County that like to donate blood.

Please see the flyer below regarding our upcoming Blood Drive!

02/09/2026

Is it normal aging—or an early sign of dementia? 🧠
Learn the difference: https://bit.ly/3ZwAhDw

02/06/2026

Care isn’t one-size-fits-all—and it shouldn’t be. The best in-home care adapts as needs change, supporting daily life and the long run. 🏡

How have your caregiving needs changed over time? ↓

02/06/2026

🧩 Puzzle Time for Seniors TOMORROW!

Calling all puzzle lovers in our senior community! Join us for Puzzle Time at the Gun Barrel Community Center every Friday morning from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM.

We’ll have a variety of puzzles available, with different levels of difficulty, so everyone can jump in and enjoy. Whether you like a challenge or prefer something more relaxed, there’s a puzzle for you!

All you need to participate is a $10 annual Community Center membership or for non-residents $5 day pass.

If you enjoy puzzles, teamwork, and good company, we’d love to have you join us!

02/03/2026

Sometimes it’s as simple as sharing lemons from your backyard. 🍋 A small act. A meaningful connection. A ripple effect that supports joy, wellbeing, and longevity.

In this episode of Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn sits down with gerontologist and Joyspan author Dr. Kerry Burnight to explore why purpose doesn’t have to be big to matter—and how these everyday moments can shape how we age.

🎧 Watch the full conversation wherever you get your podcasts or tap the link: https://apple.co/4bm6ULj

02/03/2026

So much care. So much heart. 💞 Send this to a caregiver who deserves to feel seen and appreciated today.

02/02/2026

Staying socially connected after 60 supports brain health and emotional well-being. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rjaD0V

01/30/2026

Are you caregiving in a blended family and feeling stuck between what’s best and what’s fair? In this episode of Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn sits down with caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson to talk honestly about burnout, finances, and decision-making when family dynamics are anything but simple.

🎧 Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts: https://apple.co/3LlixYm

01/30/2026

01/28/2026

We’re not meant to do life alone.
Interdependence—not independence—is the goal.

In this episode of Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn sits down with nationally recognized gerontologist and Joyspan author Dr. Kerry Burnight () to reframe aging, caregiving, and what it really means to live well as we grow older.

From letting go of ageist myths to finding creative, life-giving ways to stay connected and engaged, this conversation is a reminds us that support doesn’t make you a burden, it makes you human. 💛

🎧 Watch the full episode wherever you get your podcasts or tap the link: https://apple.co/4bm6ULj

01/26/2026

Are you caregiving in a blended family and feeling stuck between what’s best and what’s fair? In this episode of Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn sits down with caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson to talk honestly about burnout, finances, and decision-making when family dynamics are anything but simple. 🎧 Watch the full episode wherever you get your podcasts: https://apple.co/3LlixYm

01/21/2026

Ever feel left out of caregiving conversations in your family? That silence can create more tension than the truth.

In this Caregiver Chats clip, caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson explains why transparency matters—especially in blended families. When conversations happen behind closed doors or legal documents aren’t shared, suspicion and division grow. Bringing everyone to the table can reduce conflict and build trust before problems start.

🎧 Tune into the full episode wherever you get your podcasts: https://apple.co/3LlixYm

01/19/2026

You care for others, but are you checking in on your own needs? Let this post be a gentle reminder to fill your cup back up.

01/17/2026

Do your caregiving plans actually match what your children are able and willing to do? 💭 On Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn is joined by caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson to talk about why transparency, consent, and realistic boundaries matter when planning for future care and legal decision-making. This episode offers practical guidance for families trying to plan without assumptions.

🎧 Watch the full episode wherever you get your podcasts: https://apple.co/3LlixYm

01/15/2026

If you’re a caregiver looking for healthier meal prep recipes or simply trying to eat better for your own brain health. Try this easy combo: Mediterranean Salmon Bowls + Dark Chocolate Berry Bites — full of omega-3s, antioxidants.

01/14/2026

“Let care bring you together, not pull you apart.”

Disagreements between siblings are normal—especially under the stress of shared caregiving. In this episode of Caregiver Chats, host Dr. Lakelyn sits down with sisters Natalie and JJ Elliott for an honest conversation about navigating family dynamics, conflict, and communication while caring for their mom after her Parkinson’s diagnosis. Drawing from real experience, they share what helped them move forward with understanding, teamwork, and grace.

Tune in wherever you get your podcasts: https://apple.co/3NgLEfX