Hillendale Home Care

03/26/2026

A stroke can change life in an instant. Recovery often continues long after hospital discharge, and many families are left wondering what support should look like at home.

Hillendale’s Post-Stroke Recovery Care is designed to help individuals regain strength, confidence, and independence in familiar surroundings, while easing the burden on family caregivers.

Learn how personalized in-home support can make a meaningful difference during recovery:
👉 https://hillendalehomecare.com/specialized-care/post-stroke-recovery

03/24/2026

🌟 Caregiver Spotlight: Catt J.

We’re proud to recognize Catherine “Catt” John from our Santa Rosa office as this month's Caregiver Spotlight 💛

Although Catt is a newer member of the Hillendale team, she has already made a lasting impression. She consistently receives outstanding feedback from the clients she serves and brings genuine compassion, warmth, and reliability into every home. Catt is always eager to help and approaches her work with a positive attitude that truly brightens her clients’ days.

As Catt puts it:

“I love being a caregiver because I get the chance to work directly with people and make a difference in their lives. I enjoy helping to create more ease and comfort in their daily routines while also getting a chance to hear their stories.”

When she’s not caregiving, Catt channels her creativity into music — she’s the lead singer of The Catt John Band 🎶 — and spends time with her three rescue dogs, Finn, Gallie, and Harpo 🐾

Catt is quickly proving to be a valued member of our team, and we’re grateful for the care, kindness, and heart she brings to the seniors and families she supports.

Thank you, Catt, for all that you do — we’re so lucky to have you!

03/19/2026

Meet Al 💙

On National Certified Nurses Day, we’re proud to spotlight Al Luis, a nurse and an integral part of the Hillendale Home Care team.

Al’s passion for senior care is deeply personal. Growing up in a close-knit family and later helping care for his grandmother after a stroke shaped his belief that meaningful care is rooted in dignity, patience, and compassion. Those values guide everything he does today.

With a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and clinical experience gained internationally, along with years of healthcare and caregiving work in the U.S., Al brings both professional insight and heart to his role. Today, he uses that experience to thoughtfully recruit and support caregivers who serve seniors and their families with genuine care.

We’re grateful to have professionals like Al on our team: people who lead with empathy and make a difference every day.

👉 Learn more about Al and meet the Hillendale care team:
https://hillendalehomecare.com/our-care-team

03/17/2026

✨ Honoring National Social Work Month & World Social Work Day ✨

This month we’re celebrating the compassionate professionals who make meaningful differences in the lives of individuals and families across our community. Today we’re proud to shine a spotlight on Shelley Anne Walker, LCSW, whose work brings strength, resilience, and healing to those navigating life’s challenges.

Shelley’s approach blends genuine empathy with evidence-based support, helping people find clarity, confidence, and connection. Her dedication reflects the heart of what social work truly stands for: empowerment, dignity, and human-centered care.

Thank you, Shelley, for your commitment to mental health and well-being. Today and every day. Your work matters. ❤️

03/16/2026

There’s nothing more meaningful than hearing directly from the families we serve. 💛

“I began to work with Hillendale recently… Their staff responded quickly to our home care needs and matched Nickenzie to our family. She is professional, punctual, kind, and pays close attention to our concerns. We are very happy with their services.”
— Sarah M., Palo Alto, CA

We’re proud of caregivers like Nickenzie and grateful to families who trust us with their care.

Read more reviews from families across the Bay Area at https://hillendalehomecare.com/testimonials

03/12/2026

Caregiver Love We’re Proud Of!

“I’ve had a great experience with this caregiving agency. They are reliable, compassionate, and always go above and beyond to ensure clients feel supported and cared for.”
— Gita R., Palo Alto

Feedback like this means everything to us. Our caregivers show up with heart, consistency, and a deep commitment to the people they serve every day.

Read more reviews from caregivers and families here: https://hillendalehomecare.com/testimonials

03/11/2026

Skylar💃Ivy Park at Walnut Creek ♥️🎶🎤 Hillendale Home Care

03/09/2026

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s at home involves emotional resilience, routine awareness, and adaptive support. For families navigating this path, understanding what to expect and when additional support may be needed is incredibly valuable.

Our latest blog offers practical, compassionate guidance on Alzheimer’s caregiving at home, helping families focus on dignity, safety, and connection.

💛 Read the full article here:
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03/06/2026

💙 Happy National Caregiver Appreciation Day 💙

We had the honor of celebrating the incredible caregivers who show up every day with compassion, patience, and heart. From caring hands to joyful moments (yes, including a little Taylor Swift dancing 💃), this day was all about you.

Our caregivers are the reason families trust Hillendale with their loved ones. We are endlessly grateful for the skill, dedication, and humanity you bring into the homes you serve.

Thank you for everything you do: today and every day. 💙

03/04/2026

Music has a way of meeting people exactly where they are. 🎶💛

We recently had the joy of welcoming Skylar Wondrusch, whose voice filled the room and created moments of connection, calm, and pure presence for the seniors she sang to. Experiences like this are a beautiful reminder that care goes far beyond tasks. It’s about community, dignity, and showing up with heart.

This is just one example of how our team gives back to the communities we serve, inspired by leaders like Francesca Vogel and carried forward by everyone at Hillendale.

Read more about why community service matters so deeply in senior care on our blog!
https://hillendalehomecare.com/blog/

03/02/2026

March is National Nutrition Month, a reminder that nutritional needs change as we age—and that understanding those changes can make daily caregiving a little easier.

For this article, we spoke with nutritionist Gwen Holtan, who helped explain how aging affects appetite, protein needs, hydration, and overall nutrition, and what caregivers and families can do to better support seniors at home.

If you’re caring for an older adult and wondering how to adapt meals and routines over time, this guide offers practical, compassionate insights.

Read the full article on our blog:
👉 https://hillendalehomecare.com/blog

02/27/2026

⭐ Caregiver feedback that says it all ⭐

“I would like to thank Ms. Johanna Malabed for her excellent job. She’s very efficient, pleasant, and very accommodating. She’s always there to help.” - Vivian D., Caregiver

We’re proud to have team members like Johanna who consistently go above and beyond for the families we serve. This is what compassionate, reliable care looks like in action.