CareBuilders at Home

09/26/2025

The Importance of Personal Care at Home: Supporting Seniors with Daily Needs

When everyday tasks start feeling overwhelming, personal care at home can make the difference between merely getting by and truly living well. Delivered in the comfort of a familiar environment, this support helps older adults maintain independence, reduce safety risks, and preserve dignity—while ...

09/19/2025

Creating a Safe Home Environment and Daily Routines for Alzheimer’s Care

When caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease at home, it is essential to establish a secure environment and consistent daily routines. These elements work together to reduce confusion, prevent accidents, and maintain dignity while supporting the highest possible quality of life for those rec...

09/12/2025

How Elder Care Helps Seniors Stay Active Through Fall and Winter

As the leaves change color and temperatures begin to drop, many seniors face a familiar challenge: how to stay active during the colder months. Shorter daylight hours, icy sidewalks, and unpredictable weather can make it tempting to stay indoors and settle into a more sedentary routine. While slowin...

09/05/2025

Companion Care at Home: A Safe Alternative for Seniors Who Can’t Drive

For many seniors, the decision to stop driving is one of the most difficult milestones in later life. Driving represents freedom, independence, and the ability to stay connected with the community. However, when health or safety concerns make driving no longer possible, families often struggle to fi...

08/29/2025

Recognizing the Early Signs of Dementia and Supporting Loved Ones at Home

If your elderly loved one is still living independently, you may feel reassured that they can manage daily life on their own. However, independence doesn’t always mean there are no challenges. Even when family members visit regularly or check in by phone, it can be difficult to recognize when some...

08/28/2025

Is There Only One Type of Stroke?

There is more than one type of stroke. A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, causing brain cells to die. T...

08/22/2025

Is Senior Home Care a Good Option for Your Parent?

Many older adults want to stay in their own homes as they age, surrounded by familiar routines, treasured belongings, and a sense of independence. But as the years go by, even simple daily tasks can become challenging. If you can’t always check in on your parent because of distance, work, or famil...

08/14/2025

How Can Seniors Maintain Dignity While Aging in Place?

Aging in place is about more than just staying in a home that’s familiar. It’s about preserving independence, comfort, and a deep sense of self. For many older adults, dignity is closely tied to the ability to make choices, contribute to daily life, and maintain routines. Home care assistance ca...

08/13/2025

Great review from Lori... "CareBuilders at Home was a fantastic experience from start to finish. It started with an immediate need to have someone begin staying with my mother as a companion in a dysfunctional TCU, and the staff (head nurse) went out of their way to do an "intake" on a very busy Saturday with basically no notice. We had a caregiver by that night! Each and every caregiver we had from CareBuilders, which we had 24/7 for four weeks, was kind and compassionate, followed directions and kept us informed. My mom has Alzheimer's and also was recovering from a broken hip/surgery. I can't say enough wonderful things about the service from CareBuilders ... we are forever grateful. Mom fell in love with a couple of the ladies she had the most. I'm attaching one of the pictures. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART! ~Lori Larson Heller"

"CareBuilders at Home was a fantastic experience from start to finish. It started with an immediate need to have someone begin staying with my mother as a companion in a dysfunctional TCU, and the staff (head nurse) went out of their way to do an "intake" on a very busy Saturday with basically no no...

08/09/2025

What Are Some of the Healthiest Vegetables for Seniors to Eat?

Vegetables are full of nutrients, which is why the most common recommendation for people who want to be healthier is to eat plenty of vegetables every day. For seniors, appetite constraints and other issues might change how they eat and what they’re able to eat. It’s a good idea to try as many o...

08/05/2025

Why Is Aging in Place So Appealing to Seniors?

Aging in place is so appealing to seniors because it allows them to maintain their independence and autonomy. They can continue living in a familiar environm...

08/01/2025

Five Strategies to Support Quality of Life for Seniors with Dementia

Caring for a senior family member with dementia presents some unique challenges as a busy family caregiver. Quality of life is a central focus in caring for seniors with dementia, because it’s important that they maintain independence, comfort, and dignity. Every dementia patient’s experience is...

03/25/2025

Happy Occupational Therapy Month to all the dedicated professionals who help our clients live their best lives every day! 💙 Looking for personalized care for your loved one? Visit our website to learn more. https://www.carebuildersathome.com/minnesota/