CareLink

03/17/2026

Luck is nice. Support is better. 🍀

For many older adults, it’s not luck that keeps them safe, fed, and independent. It’s access to services like Meals on Wheels, HomeCare, and caregiver support.

This St. Patrick’s Day, you can be someone’s good fortune.
Donate to CareLink today: carelink.org/give

03/16/2026

CareLink provides free counseling and support groups for family caregivers, offering a safe space to talk, ask questions, and connect with others who understand.

If you're overwhelmed, call CareLink first 💚

03/12/2026

By 2030, 1 in 4 Arkansans will be age 60 or older. The state may not be ready.

Demand for meals, transportation, caregiver support, and other aging services is rising quickly. Across the country, 10,000 baby boomers are turning 65 every day.

At the same time, funding has not kept pace with inflation. Today it takes about $1.30 to buy what $1.00 purchased in 2017, meaning the buying power of aging services like CareLink has steadily declined.

This THV11 story highlights growing concerns among senior advocates across Arkansas.

The good news is this challenge is not insurmountable. With thoughtful planning and stronger investment in services that help older adults age at home, Arkansas can meet the moment. But preparation must start now.

Some senior service groups in Arkansas say they're struggling to keep up with the demand that's growing faster than their funding.

03/09/2026

CareLink helps make independence possible.

Our trained caregivers assist with daily tasks like:

• Respite care
• Mobility assistance
• Meal preparation and medication reminders
• Bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Transportation and errands
• Companionship

Small support can make a big difference 💚

03/05/2026

March is National Senior Nutrition Month! Area Agencies on Aging across the United States provide nutrition services for older adults, including home-delivered meals and congregate meals at senior centers. CareLink is proud to support seniors in six counties across central Arkansas. If you have questions about aging at home, call CareLink first 💚

03/02/2026

When you talk with CareLink's Nyvelyn Shaw, you learn very quickly that she is wired for people. “My heart has always been pulled toward making a difference in community health and advocating for families,” she says. Today, Shaw serves as a Family Services Coordinator, a role that puts her in daily conversation with family caregivers: the daughters, sons, spouses, neighbors, and friends who care for the older adults they love.

Learn more about Shaw's work with family caregivers here: https://bit.ly/47jEiiR

02/27/2026

We are so grateful to the Arkansas Retired Teachers Association for their gift to CareLink, which they presented at their February meeting. We also heard from guest speaker Naomi Armstrong of the UAMS Reynolds Institute on Aging, who spoke about an important dementia prevention study. Thank you, ARTA, for having us!

02/24/2026

When Janice, 85, couldn’t drive anymore, CareLink Transportation helped her keep getting where she needed to go. If you have questions about aging independently, call CareLink first 💚

02/20/2026

We’re pleased to announce that CareLink is in the top five in AY Magazine's Best of Arkansas 2026 in the Nonprofit category! If CareLink has made a difference for you or someone you love, we'd be honored if you'd vote for us. It takes just 30 seconds:

• Visit https://aymag.com/ays-best-of-2026
• Scroll down to Services
• Under Services, scroll to Nonprofit
• Click Vote next to CareLink

You can vote once daily per category, so if you want to really help us stand out, pop back in tomorrow and vote again! Thank you for showing up for CareLink and the older adults and caregivers we serve.

02/12/2026

You might start noticing small changes in your parents' daily routines, and while these shifts may seem minor, they could reveal deeper struggles. Do they seem more unsteady on their feet, take longer to complete simple tasks, or need reminders they never needed before?

If so, it could mean they need extra care. If you have questions about your aging parent, call CareLink first to explore personalized solutions and support tailored to your family’s needs.

02/09/2026

Save the date...the sweetest show in town is back! Join us May 2 at Argenta Plaza for CareLink's Cupcakes for Goodness Sake 2026. Ticket information coming soon.

Are you a baker or vendor who wants to be part of the magic? Comment BAKER or VENDOR below and we'll send you the details. Registration deadline is March 9th. We'll catch you under the big-top, bring your sweet tooth!

02/06/2026

February is National Senior Independence Month, and we’re celebrating the older adults who keep choosing their own path, every day.

Independence does not mean doing everything alone, it means having the right support at the right time, so you can keep living on your own terms.

If you, or someone you love, has questions about aging at home in central Arkansas, call CareLink first. We’ll help you navigate options, connect you to resources, and find the support that fits.