Home Instead

01/26/2026

Our office staff is in the office answering phones, arranging schedules and communicating with clients. If our clients have any scheduling concerns, please contact us at 903-880-5025 or text us 903-910-7081.

01/24/2026

City of Crandall 'Warming Station'
Crandall Police Department/Municipal Court Building located at 104 E. Trunk Street, downtown Crandall. 972.427.3767

01/24/2026

🧩 Puzzle Time for Seniors starting January 30, 2026! 🧩

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!

01/23/2026

The City of Tool has shared they will have a warming station for those in need.

Posted by: Alicia Keith - City Clerk

01/23/2026

𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗞𝗮𝘂𝗳𝗺𝗮𝗻 & 𝗛𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀
As we prepare for the winter storm moving through Central and East Texas that could bring freezing temperatures, ice, and hazardous conditions, please plan ahead and stay safe.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀:
𝗧𝗲𝘅𝗮𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
tdem.texas.gov/disasters/january-winter-weather-2026

𝗞𝗮𝘂𝗳𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼 & 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀
kaufmancounty.net/512/Winter-Weather

𝗛𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
henderson-county.com/departments/emergency-management

𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀
Oncor Outage Map & Report an Outage
stormcenter.oncor.com
Call: (888) 313‑4747
Text OUT to 66267 to report

Trinity Valley Electric Co‑op Outage Map & Report
outages.tvec.net/
Call: (800) 967‑9328

Local Warming Stations
C-Life Church 204 FM 1641 Forney

Terrell PD 1100 SH 34 North
Terrell

Crandall PD & City Hall 104 Trunk St. Crandall

Orin White Civic Center 791 N. Tool Dr.
Tool

Please check on neighbors, protect pets and pipes, and stay updated through local emergency notifications.

Stay safe and warm, Texas!

01/22/2026

We had the pleasure of meeting the Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce's new CEO today. What a wonderful introduction to our team. We are thrilled about the opportunity to work with her. Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce! Thanks for stopping by Savannah!

01/22/2026

01/22/2026

Posted by: Alicia Keith - City Clerk

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

01/20/2026

Please be prepared as our area is expecting winter weather this weekend. Here are some guidelines from the American Red Cross.

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/winter-storm.html

Each winter, hundreds are injured or killed by exposure to cold, vehicle accidents, and fires. Learn what to do stay safe during blizzards and other winter storms!

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.

01/05/2026

With a new year in front of us, let’s all take a moment to ask ourselves: What would I do if age were not a consideration?

We’d love to hear. ⤵

01/04/2026

In-home senior care you can trust.

Holiday time with family may reveal signs that they need help. Start the care convo now to support them comfortably at home.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/48NCIpG

01/02/2026

Many family caregivers make promises with the best intentions—pledging never to move a loved one into a care community or assuring them they can always move in.

But as caregiving expert Jennifer FitzPatrick shares in this episode of Caregiver Chats, those promises are often made without a full understanding of what advanced conditions like Alzheimer’s or mobility loss will truly require.

Jennifer encourages families to revisit those commitments with clarity and compassion. A more realistic and supportive promise might be:
“I will make sure you receive the best care possible.”

While moving in together can be the right choice for some, it is not universally the “most loving” option—and reframing the decision can help reduce guilt, improve family dynamics, and lead to better care outcomes.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://apple.co/4iTAWaX

01/01/2026

Great care is built by great people.
So thankful for everyone who made this year what it was. Cheers to a new year of care. 🎉

12/31/2025

Home Alone was filled with holiday magic, pranks, and a kid accidentally left to fend for himself. But underneath the laughs, the movie reminds us of something real.

That being alone at home can feel scary, even when it’s the place you love most.

At Home Instead, we believe in-home care should mean more independence and peace of mind. Our trusted Care Pros support families by helping older adults remain safe and connected at home.

Whether it’s help with meals and errands, specialized memory care, or around-the-clock support, our care adapts as your needs change.

The right care can lead to stronger connections, more confidence, and a life that feels truly your own. Learn more at homeinstead.com/home-
but-not-alone.

12/27/2025

We plan for so many of life’s milestones—weddings, babies, school, and careers. But as aging advocate and podcast host Nicole Will points out, we rarely give the same thoughtful planning to aging, even though it’s the one thing every single one of us is doing every day.

In this fan-favorite episode of Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn and Nicole explore why planning ahead for aging and care needs is essential. From aging in place to assisted living and hospice, they walk through the full continuum of care and share how preparing early can reduce stress and help families avoid crisis-driven decisions.

Whether you’re noticing changes in an aging loved one or simply beginning to explore care options, this episode offers practical tools, compassionate guidance, and resources to help you feel more prepared for the road ahead.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://apple.co/4iTAWaX

12/22/2025

Many families are surprised by how quickly old roles and patterns resurface when they begin living together again.

In this clip from Caregiver Chats, Jennifer FitzPatrick shares the lighthearted “48-hour rule” she and her sister follow — because after two days under the same roof, they slip right back into older-sister/younger-sister dynamics.

For caregivers, this isn’t unusual. After decades apart, moving back in with siblings or aging parents can stir up emotions, expectations, and long-standing family dynamics that are challenging to manage.

In this episode, Dr. Lakelyn and Jennifer explore why this happens and how families can navigate the psychological and emotional side of multigenerational living.

🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode: https://apple.co/4iTAWaX

12/18/2025

Ready for help at home?
Aging well at home begins with a conversation. Get the guidance and resources to explore in-home care with Home Instead.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/47xh8oq

12/18/2025

When a loved one moves into your home, it’s easy to assume everyone else in the family will step in to help. But as today’s guest Jennifer FitzPatrick reminds us, caregiving isn’t one-size-fits-all — and not every sibling or relative is prepared for hands-on support.

In this episode of Caregiver Chats, Dr. Lakelyn and Jennifer unpack the emotional, logistical, and relational realities of bringing an aging parent into your home.

Whether you’re exploring multigenerational living or supporting a loved one from afar, this conversation offers tools to plan with intention.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://apple.co/4iTAWaX