Personalized Connected Care

Giving Back to the Naperville Community


Naperville TRIAD Monthly Meeting

Please come and join the Naperville and Lisle TRIAD on this ZOOM webinar as Chef Erion Caushi, of Brookdale Senior Living in Lisle, shows us how to prepare a healthy lunch including a seasonal appitizer, stuffed avocado chicken salad and a granola crisp. YUM! You will be given a list of ingredients so that you can work alongside him as he gives you tips and tricks for nutritious cooking. Meeting will be held on June 8th at 10am link i https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WNvQSoPQ0MReqF-2h8Wn2zA 

Homewatch CareGivers is a proud part of the Naperville TRIAD and supporter of our seniors and Veterans in the Naperville community and surrounding areas. We have been in business in Naperville for several years and have grown our business with love and support from our local community. We offer free in-home consultations so that we can sit and talk to you and your loved ones about on how we can help make you or your loved one's life a happier and more independent one.  Our Caregivers are well trained on senior care, 24hr care, and are certified in dementia care. We are also a VA approved provider for our community as well so we can help support our Veterans. We look forward to seeing you soon


Veteran Health and Wellness Fair
Free massages, free fitness training, nutrition Q&A's, mental health resources, and learning how you can help cope and navigate through PTSD, and much
 more! The VFW Post3873 in Naperville are not holding back on supplying all of our Veterans with these amazing resources. You don't want to miss out on the relaxing an
 informative event on Tuesday May 16th from 5:30-8:30PM at the Naperville VFW Post3873, 908 Jackson St., Naperville, IL 60540. This event is Free for all Veterans and Active Duty.  If you have any questions, please reach out to staci@motiv8nu.com.
 
As VA approved provider, here at Homewatch CareGivers, we of course want to make sure our Veterans get the rest and relaxation they deserve. To help lower some of your stress at home we offer services such as homecare, respite care, dementia care and more. We also offer free in-home consultations so that we can better understand what services you need and how we can help you or a loved one live a happier and better life at home. We look forward to talking with you!

Meet the Herb Lady
The April topic this month for the senior meet up is Herbs and all its natural healing power. Marcy Lautanen-Raleigh, owner of Back Patch Herbs, has 20+ years of experience growing and using herbs. You will be exploring the various plants and native origins that have healing, food and religious benefits; their uses, growing habits and other details will be shared in this combination slide and hands-on program. She will focus on the plants of Midwestern Native groups that have a tradition of planting and gathering in the upper Midwest. The meeting will be held on April 24th from 11:30-1pm. You need to register by the 21st at the Lisle Park District Website.
 
Homewatch CareGivers is partner with the Lisle/Naperville TRIAD and has partnered up with the Lisle Park District on this event for our seniors. As a homecare company we love bringing these events to our seniors. Services like our elder care services help our clients get to social events such as this and get ready for them with shower assists, dressing assists, driving to the event, and more. Our caregivers give our clients a since of independents while living in their own home and help with small tasks around the home such as laundry, light housekeeping, med reminders and more. If you would like to know more about our services, please contact us and we would love to talk about how we can help you or your loved one. 

Senior Housing Expo Reminder!
Don't forget that the Senior housing Options Expo is scheduled to be held this April 28 and 29 at Grace Point Church on 1320 Chicago Avenue, Naperville. More than 50 agencies will be there so this is your chance to get all the information you can on Elder Law, Moving and Selling, Home sharing, independent living, assisted
 living, memory care, home care services, medical information and much, much more. This
 
 event will be held by the Naperville and Lisle TRIAD and for more information please see flier or go to http://naperville-lisle-triad.org 
 
Homewatch CareGivers is part of the Lisle and Naperville TRIAD and has been serving the Naperville community now for over 5 years. Offering services such as senior care, dementia care, respite care, 24hr care, and post operative care we are able to help clients stay in the comfort of their own homes and enjoy their independents a bit longer. If you have any questions about our services or think that you or a loved one might need homecare, then please call us and we would love to set up a free in-home consultation and go over what options would best suit your needs. We will also be at the Expo to answer any question you might have about our services and hand out some information. We look forward to seeing you there.

Open House for Bardwell Residences
 
The Bardwell Residences in Aurora is opening its doors for an open house this weekend April 22nd from 10am-1pm. You do not want to miss coming and checking out these amazing facilities and chatting with the residence and staff. 
 
Homewatch CareGivers likes to work hand in hand with these residences to make sure that if our homecare services end up not being the right solution for you or your loved one than we can get you to the right people who can further take care of your needs. However, our line of services such as senior care, dementia care, 24hr care, respite care, post operative care, and more are great services for those who still want to stay in the comfort of their own home and enjoy their independence. There are many assists we can offer our clients and we can do a free in-home consultation to go over which services are best suited to you or your loved one at the tis time. 

Karaoke Kickoff Fundraiser
 
Go Brewing has joined up with Walk to End Alzheimer's and is throwing a Karaoke Kickoff Fundraising Event this Friday April 14th from 6pm-9pm. The Event will be held at Go Brewing at 1665 Quincy Ave Suite #155 in Naperville. There will be a live band karaoke experience benefitting the Walk to End Alzheimer's DuPage County. It's going to be singing good time, so we hope to see you out there
 
Homewatch CareGivers is a supporter of Walk to End Alzheimer's and understands the importance of this organization. Homewatch CareGivers offers dementia care as one of our great services to help support those who suffer with the disease and their families. Our caregivers who are certified and trained in dementia care will help the client with daily med reminders, shower assists, dressing, cooking, feeding, transfers, and just be a constant companion so they are not lonely or wander. If you have any questions about our services, we can set up a free in-home consultation to go over options and what would best suit you or your loved one. 


Memory Cafe
The monthly Memory Café is coming up, and you do not want to miss this gathering of individuals living with dementia and their care partners in support of one another. They offer a safe place to where both caregiver and care recipient can socialize together and connect with others in similar situations. Activities at these FREE events will vary including education, music, games and arts. Memory Café is on every second Tuesday at the Naperville Public Library on 95th St.
Homewatch CareGivers provides dementia care in our community to such families as these who need care for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's. Our well-trained staff and caregivers
 are certified in dementia care, and we make sure
 that you are paired with the right caregivers for your home and needs. Learning that your loved one has dementia or Alzheimers is a hard thing to deal with and can be very stressful on caregiver and care recipient. Using homecare services such as ours will help reduce some of that stress in your home and give you some much needed support and peace knowing that your loved one is being cared for in the best way possible. We also offer other services such as respite care, 24hr care, post operative care, senior care, and more. If you have any questions about our services and how we can help you or your loved one, please contact us and we will be happy to set up a free in-home consultation for you. You can contact us by clicking on our link here.

Benefit for Honor Flight Chicago
 
The Dupage Veterans Foundation is throwing a fundraising benefit for the Honor Flight Chicago honoring our Vietnam Era Veterans.
You do not want to miss this event that will be filled with bagpipers, lunch, vintage military uniforms, period military vehicles, and a silent auction. Plus, you get to talk to and thank a veteran in person. There are and will be many ways to help out and donate so please visit the web site: dupageveteransfoundation.org to see how you can donate before or on May 6th.
 
Homewatch CareGivers is a proud homecare VA approved provider for our Veterans and are happy to support in whatever way we can.
 Offering services such as post operative care, our veterans and clients are able to be at home and be a little more independent. Our caregivers provide PT support, cooking, light housekeeping, me
 reminders, shopping, dr. appointment transportation, and more. Sometimes just companionship can be enough for some clients. Servicing the Naperville, Aurora, Lisle, Wheaton, and Bolingbrook area, we are able to get our senior care services out to as many as we can who are in need of homecare. Offering free in-home consultations, we are able to talk to you and your loved ones about how we can help your situation and figure out which homecare plan best fits you and your loved ones needs. 
 

Secrets to Successful Living with Dementia
 
You do not want to miss this event. Have you ever wanted to learn more about Dementia and what it does and how to navigate those difficult moments? Well now is your time to learn. Sarah Viola, OTR/L Occupational Therapist, Community Dementia Care Specialist, and Auther of "When Waves Rise: Navigating Difficult Moments Associated with Dementia", will be at Auberge in Naperville is
Website

Description automatically generated
 holding a class on April 20th from 4pm-6pm. It's a great opportunity and we hope you can join them and learn and maybe get some questions answered.  
 
Homewatch CareGivers is a homecare company that provides dementia home care to the Lisle, Naperville, Aurora, and Bolingbrook areas. We know that dealing with Dementia is a tough and a long battle, but we are here to try and help. Our caregivers are well trained and certified in dementia care and we also offer respite care as well to those who may need a little break. Free in-home consultations are provided so that you can get your questions answered and we can go over what plans would best fit you and your loved ones needs. 
 
 

Domestic Violence Program
 
When you think of domestic violence your brain goes to a young mother, a child, or a spouse. We don't often think to link it with seniors or elder abuse, but the hard fact is domestic violence is seen across all age ranges. This webinar that the Naperville and Lisle TRIAD have put together will discuss how you can break that cycle of violence, power, control and find remedies for victims and resources that friends, and family can use to help protect the ones they love. Join us on April 13th at 10am and help learn how to protect the people we love.
 
Homewatch CareGivers is a proud part of the Naperville/Lisle TRIAD and have been serving our community for over 5 years now. We offer senior service care and home care to those wanting to stay at home in the comfort of their own space. Our caregivers are trained and certified in dementia care and elder care, and we have one
 of the best teams in the area to make sure that you or your loved one is in the best hands. Call us and we would love to set up a free in-home consultation and go over your options in homecare today. Our other services include respite care, dementia care, 24hr care, post operative care, and more. We are a VA approved provider for our Veterans as well. We look forward to being able to serve you. 

Senior Housing Expo!
 
Got questions? They have answers. The Senior housing Options Expo is scheduled to be held this April 28 and 29 at Grace Point Church on 1320 Chicago Avenue, Naperville. More than 50 agencies
 will be there so now is your chance to get all the information you could possibly want. This
 event will be held by the Naperville and Lisle TRIAD and for more information please see flier or go to http://naperville-lisle-triad.org 
 
Homewatch CareGivers is part of the Lisle and Naperville TRIAD and has been serving the Naperville community now for over 5 years. Offering services such as senior care, dementia care, respite care, 24hr care, and post operative care we are able to help clients stay in the comfort of their own homes and enjoy their independents a bit longer. If you have any questions about our services or think that you or a loved one might need homecare, then please call us and we would love to set up a free in-home consultation and go over what options would best suit your needs.

National Vietnam War Veterans Day
50 years ago, our United States Armed Forces Officially left Vietnam on March 29th, 1973. Up until a few years ago, this day was pretty much forgotten. But this year marks the 50th Anniversary of our departure from Vietnam and the Naperville American Legion will be honoring our Vietnam Era Veterans on Wednesday, March 29th at the Naperville Veterans Park, and all Veterans are welcomed. The program will be started at
 10:30am and is open to the public. We hope to see our Vietnam Era Vets there and we look forward to honoring you for your service to this country. 

Homewatch CareGivers is a VA approved provider, and we are so proud and honored that we get to give back and serve those who have served us. Our senior care services allow us to help with shower assists, meal cooking, shopping, light housekeeping, driving to Dr. appointments, dress assists, med reminders and more. These services allow seniors and veterans to be able to live a healthier and happier independent life while getting to stay in the comfort of their own home. Other services such as dementia care, 24hr care, respite care, and post operative care are also services we provide and would be happy to discuss with you or your loved one if you have any questions.

Estate Planning information
Essentials of Estate Planning seminar, discover the estate process from beginning to end. Look closely at the need to plan, the most common planning techniques and the documents used in the planning process. Learn the difference between a will and a trust, probate, power of attorney for healthcare and financial matters and guardianship appointments. The presentation will be provided by Bentron Financial. Although this is a free presentation, registration is required. It will be held at the Community Hall • 305 Jackson Ave. 77522 on Mar 27 from 6:00-7:00 pm 
Homewatch CareGivers wants to make sure that our seniors are protected in every way, so when seminars and meeting like that pop up that are super informative for the senior community, we want to make sure you know about them. We are a homecare company that has been providing our services for over 5 years in the community. Our services such as respite care can help families be able to go to work or run errands and not have to worry about their loved ones at home alone. Our caregivers will cook, help shower assists, do light housekeeping, med reminders, shopping and more. We do offer free in-home consultations so that we are able to go over your options for your loved ones in the comfort of your own home. We do offer other services such as senior care, dementia care, 24hr care, post operative care and more. If you have any questions, please contact us and we would be happy to answer them. We look forward to serving you and your family. 

Antique Road Show!
 
I don't know about you guys, but we get excited about an Antique Road Show and Gene Evans from You Gotta Have Art is going to show up and do some appraising for our seniors! You are allowed to bring one small item for him to appraise and have a few minutes to ask him any questions you may have. You do not want to miss this experience and get some questions answered about an item you may have wondered about for a while. This is a free event for our seniors ages 50+ and will be held on Monday March 27th from 11:30am until 1pm. 
 
Homewatch CareGivers will be sponsoring this event along with Presto Realty. Homewatch CareGivers supports our seniors and are happy that we have such a great supportive community for them. We do our best to services the Naperville area with services such as senior homecare so that our clients can stay in their homes for a longer time and enjoy their independents. Our caregivers can help with daily tasks, small housekeeping, rides to and from Dr. appointments, cooking meals, med reminders, shower assists, shopping, and more. We also offer other services such as 24hr care, dementia care, respite care, post operative care, and more. If you have questions for us on our services, we would love to chat and set up a free in-home consultation so we can go over what best suites you or your loved one. We are also a VA approved provider, so we are happy and proud to say we are able to take care of our Veterans.

VFW Fish Fry Cancelled!
 
This message was sent out last week sadly from the VFW after we had just post telling you about this event just a few weeks ago. We are so sorry if you were looking forward to any fish fry in the coming weeks. Here is the original post from the VFW in Naperville. 
 
 
VFW Fish Fries For the Remainder of Lent Have Been Cancelled
 
For those that have attended our “Friday Night Fish Fries” in the past, you know that these dinners have been a tradition within the Naperville community and that for three hours each Friday night, the Hall was filled with people as they enjoyed dinner and socialized with friends while supporting the Post.  Unfortunately, this year we have experienced a significantly lower turn out than in previous years, which makes it infeasible for us to continue hosting this event.  As a result, we have made the very difficult decision to cancel all remaining fish fries for this year.  Thank you to everyone who attended during the past two weeks and to
those who worked to make each event run smoothly and efficiently.  We also want to thank Belgio’s Catering for continuing to partner with us in this endeavor and for their support as we make this decision.    
 
Homewatch CareGivers is a VA Approved provider for our Veterans, and this makes us so sad that this did not work out for them. As a VA approved provider, we are able to work with our Veterans in the comfort of their own homes and offer services such as post operative care, dementia care, senior care, respite care, 24hr care and more. This is all paid for through the VA for our Veterans and gives them more independence at home and also just sometimes having that companion care from a caregiver is all they need to brighten their week up. We love our clients and Veterans and strive to be the best home care service providers we can be for them. We offer free in-home consultations so that we can go over what would best suite you or your loved one and what options they have. We look forward to talking with you. 

Memory Café Meeting
The monthly Memory Café is here, and we would like for you to join us for a gathering of individuals living with dementia and their care partners. They offer a safe place to where both caregiver and care recipient can socialize together and connect with others in similar situations. Activities at these FREE events will vary including education, music, games and arts. Memory Café is on every second Tuesday from 2pm - 3:30pm at the Naperville Public Library on 95th St.
 
Homewatch CareGivers provides dementia care in our community to such families as these who need care for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's. Our well-trained staff and caregivers are certified in dementia care, and we make sure that you are paired with the right caregivers for your home and needs. Learning that your loved one has dementia or Alzheimers is a hard thing to deal with and can be very stressful on caregiver and care recipient. Using homecare services such as ours will help reduce some of that stress in your home and give you some much needed support and peace knowing that your loved one is being cared for in the best way possible. We also offer other services such as respite care, 24hr care, post operative care, senior care, and more. If you have any questions about our services and how we can help you or your loved one, please contact us and we will be happy to set up a free in-home consultation for you. You can contact us by clicking on our link here.

Celebrating our Caregivers!  
Starting our year off with a bang! Having these two caregivers on staff has been a blessing and an honor for us here at Homewatch CareGivers! We would like to just take a moment to recognize these two wonderful ladies Gina S. and Nora L.  When asked why they loved caregiving, they responded with, 
Gina, "I love making a difference in people's lives."
Nora, "Always cherish every moment with your patient. I'm so grateful to be able to share their last moments with them so they are not scared." 
We wouldn't be the same without these two ladies and we are so happy to have them working with us. It takes a special kind of person to do this job and it's not always easy. We are so thankful for them and appreciate everything they do for us and their clients. 
 
Homewatch CareGivers offers services such as respite care to our clients because we understand that caring for someone full time can be very stressful and sometimes you just need a break. Our caregivers will come in and be with your loved one so you can go to the gym, get a coffee with friends, go to Dr. appointments, or just go sit under a tree and stare at the sky. It doesn't matter what you do, what matters is that we are here to help and that you will not have to worry about your loved one while you are gone away from the house. Our caregivers are trained and certified in dementia care, senior care, respite care, 24hr care, post operative care, and more. If you have any questions for us, please reach out and we will answer whatever questions you have or set you up with a free in-home consultation. We look forward to hearing from you. 

What You Need to Know About Estate Planning
Want to know more about estate planning? It's never too early to start learning and getting your affairs in order. This presentation will help you learn how to plan and the different techniques you can use as well as what documents are needed in the planning process. You will be learning the difference between a will and a trust, probate, power of attorney for health care and financial matters and guardianship appointments. This event will be provided by Bentron Financial. The presentation will be held at ARRCC Community Hall - 305 Jackson Ave. on Monday March 27th from 6-7PM. This is a free presentation, but registration is required. This is event is held by the Naperville Park District and you can register online with them at http://napervilleparks.org
 
Homewatch CareGivers will always push to get the best information for their clients that will help them better their future for themselves and their families. As a homecare company, we see the need for this kind of information all the time and we try to point people in the right direction for information and resources. We have been servicing the Naperville community for over 5 years and are happy to provide excellent care to our seniors with home care, 24hr care, dementia care, respite care and more. We offer free in-home consultations and are a VA approved provider for our community. Please call us or email us for any more information and we would love to chat with you about how we can help you or your loved one this year. 
 

VFW Fish Fry is BACK!
Friday night fish fries are BACK! Starting February 24th, they will be running from 4:30PM - 7:30PM every Friday. This is such a great social event, and it helps out your local VFW and our Veterans. You do not want to miss this "all you can eat" buffet of fish enjoyed by all for over the past 50+ years in Naperville. It will be held at 908 W. Jackson St, Naperville. We look forward to seeing you out there! 
 
Homewatch CareGivers is a proud VA approved provider and loves serving, supporting, and honoring our Veterans. Offering services like post operative care, our caregivers can run errands, cook, shower assist, dressing assist, light housekeeping, and more to help assist our Veterans with day-to-day duties as they recover from surgery or an injury. This is a service that is covered by the VA that some Veterans are not aware of. If you have any questions for us on how we can help you or a loved one get financial aid for home care through us, through the VA, please call us and we would love to discuss how we can help. We also offer services of respite care, dementia care, senior care, 24hr care, and elder care that can also be covered through the VA. We can set up a free in-home consultation so that we can go over how we can help you or your loved one recover quickly or just live a more independent life. We look forward to being able to serve those who have served us.

Hearts for Hope Event was a Hit!
Mary Kay Furiasse, a nurse with a Master’s Degree in Health Law, and the founder of A/Z Health and Elder Law presented her slide presentation covering everything from Ethical Decision Making, to Moral Obligations, and information regarding Living Wills, POLST (Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment, Medical Power of Attorney, Supported Decision Making, and Guardianship. 
 
Afterwards the catered dinner was absolutely fabulous, and the desserts were so delicious. It was great information from Mary Kay and then the Hearts for Hope event afterwards. They had a 50/50 raffle and they raised over $100 for Hearts for Hope, which supplies the homeless with necessary hats, gloves, and essentials. Overall, a lovely evening with some very caring people.
Events like this keep us educated and well informed for our clients and for ourselves.
 
Homewatch CareGivers prides ourselves on having some of the best trained caregivers and are always thinking of new ways to get new information to the. Offering services like senior care we make sure our staff is very knowledgeable in their job while they run errands for their clients, do light housekeeping, med reminders, shower assists, cooking, laundry, companionship, and more. We also offer dementia care, post operative care, 24hr care, respite care, and elder care. We are a VA approved provider so we can help our Veterans in the community get the home care they deserve. We offer free in-home consultations and are happy to answer any questions you or your loved one has for us on how we can help. We look forward to being able to serve you

A Loving Memory Was Made at the Memory Cafe
It was a fun time at the Memory Café this month at the 95th Street Library in Naperville. This is an event being sponsored each month by Dementia Friendly Naperville as part of the Naperville Senior Task Force and is for those with dementia and their care partners. It was so nice talking with the couples and watching them have a fun time making valentines, playing quiz games like (when/where did it become a custom for married couples to wear a ring? Answer is ancient Rome) and connecting with each other for support. Also, one of the members donated her husband’s record player and his prized record collection-so very special and even had a couple of partners dancing to Paul Anka.   
Homewatch CareGivers Loves our seniors and loves supporting the Naperville Senior Task Force and Dementia Friendly Naperville. Offering services such as dementia care to our clients, our caregivers can help with med reminders, showers, meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and companionship so that they can continue living as independently as long as possible. Respite care, senior care, 24hr care, post operative care, and more are on our list of great services we provide our clients in the Naperville, Lisle, Wheaton, and Aurora areas. We are a VA approved provider and offer free in-home consultations so that we can go over the best possible plan for you or your loved one. If you have any questions, please contact us and we would be happy to talk to you.

Did you know you can apply for VA Housing Grants?
There are so many resources out there today for our Veterans that they can take advantage of that they don't even know about. Like this VA housing grant for instance. Veterans with certain service-connected disabilities can receive house grants from the VA buy, build, or modify their homes to meet their needs and live a more happy and healthy independent life. They can offer support such as installing ramps or widening doorways in your home and more. you can find out more on this web site link and see if you qualify today.
Homewatch CareGivers is a homecare company that is a VA approved provider, and like the housing grant we can also talk to you about how homecare can help your life in so many ways and help you get some independence back into your life. Homecare is covered for a lot of our Veterans through the VA and is a service we are proud to be able to provide our Veterans. We do offer free in-home consultations to go over what kind of service would best fit you or your loved ones need. We offer a range of service such as dementia care, 24hr care, respite care, home care, and more. If you or a loved one is interested or just want to know more about our services, please contact us and we would love to talk

TRIAD Panel Discussion
The Naperville/Lisle TRIAD is having a Senior Caregivers Resources panel discussion this coming March 1 from 9-10am at the Naperville Municipal Center, Meeting Room A/B (lower level)400 S. Eagle St. Naperville. We will be talking about the stressors of being a caregiver and resources that are available to them. It's a free event and no registration is required. Light refreshments will be provided. 
 
Homewatch CareGivers is a part of the Naperville TRIAD and love that we can offer our services to our seniors in the community. Our caregivers are some of the best in the business and offer services such as senior care, 24hr care, respite care, and dementia care. We are a VA approved provider for our Veterans and also offer free in-home consultations. We look forward to talking to you and seeing how we can help you or a loved one this year.

Pancake Breakfast
Come one, Come all! Come help us support our Veterans at the 5th annual pancake breakfast fundraiser Sunday, February 26th from 8Am-11:30Am. Portions of the proceeds will go to help the veteran's organization. It will be held at the VFW on 908 Jackson Ave. Naperville, IL. Everyone is Welcome!
 
Homewatch CareGivers as a VA approved provider for our Veterans and we are so excited to be able to support them. With services such as senior care, dementia care, respite care, and 24hr care, we are able to help our veterans and their families in the Naperville community for the past 5 years. Our certified caregivers are some of the best in the business and we offer free in-home consultations to out new clients so we can answer any questions you may have for us about our services. Contact us today to see how we can help you and your family this year. 

Seniors Today Tai Chi
 
Tai Chi is good for the soul, the mind, and the body. The Lisle Park District has teamed up with Homewatch CareGivers, Presto Real Estate, and Kung Fu and Tai Chi Academy to bring you this great day of Tai Chi. Lunch will be served and of course entertainment. It will be held at the Senior Center in the Bingo Room in Lisle on 1925 Ohio st, Lisle. You will need to pre-register for this event so don't forget. It will be on Monday February 27th at 11:30am until 1pm. It is a free event for seniors 50+. Spots are limited.
 
Homewatch CareGivers will be there to answer any questions you might have for us on our services such as homecare, senior care, 24hr care, respite care, and dementia care. We are a VA approved provider and support our Veterans. We do offer free in-home consultation and would be happy to set up a time to come and talk to you or your loved one about our services and what we can do to help you this year become more independent in your home.
 

Veteran Health and Wellness Fair
Free massages, free fitness training, nutrition Q&A's, mental health resources, and learning how you can help cope and navigate through PTSD, and much more! The VFW Post3873 in Naperville are not holding back on supplying all of our Veterans with these amazing resources. You don't want to miss out on the relaxing and informative event on Tuesday February 21st from 5:30-8:30PM at the Naperville VFW Post3873, 908 Jackson St., Naperville, IL 60540. This event is Free for all Veterans and Active Duty.  If you have any questions, please reach out to staci@motiv8nu.com.
 
As VA approved provider, here at Homewatch CareGivers, we of course want to make sure our Veterans get the rest and relaxation they deserve. To help lower some of your stress at home we offer services such as homecare, respite care, dementia care and more. We also offer free in-home consultations so that we can better understand what services you need and how we can help you or a loved one live a happier and better life at home. We look forward to talking with you!

Covid-19 Funeral Assistance Info, Info, Info!!
Homewatch CareGivers understands that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief and hardship to many people in our community in Naperville and around our country. To help ease the financial stress caused by the pandemic, FEMA is offering financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses. If a death certificate lists COVID-19 or the Novel Coronavirus as a cause of death, you may be eligible for reimbursement from FEMA for up to $9,000. Unfortunately, decedents with prepaid funeral plans do not qualify for this benefit.
 
However, you may qualify for COVID-19 Funeral Assistance benefits if you meet the following requirement
1.You are a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national or qualified non-citizen.
2. The death occurred in the United States, including U.S. territories and the District of Columbia.
3. You incurred funeral expenses on or after January 20, 2020, for a person whose death was caused by COVID-19. FEMA may approve COVID-19 Funeral Assistance benefits for expenses such as:
4.Funeral services
5.Cremation
6. Interment
7. Costs associated with producing death certificates
8.Costs due to local or state government laws or ordinances
9.Transportation for up to two people to identify the person who died
10.Transfer of remains
11.Casket or urn
12. Burial plot
13. Marker or headstone
14. Clergy
15. Funeral ceremony
16. Funeral home equipment or staff 
 
You can apply by contacting the COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Helpline at 844-684-6333. They are open Monday-Friday 9am - 9pm ET. Call the Helpline above and a FEMA representative will help you through the application process. You can only submit your application by phone. FEMA does not accept applications online. For more information, please visit the FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance website or call the helpline. 

As a homecare service provider, Homewatch CareGivers wants to make sure you have all the resources and information you can have to help you and your loved ones this year. If you have any questions about our services such as senior care, respite care, dementia care, and 24hr services, please contact us and we would love to set up a free, in-home consultation to go over how we can help you and your loved one. Let our family help your family this year.

Coffee With Vets!
If you are looking for something to do with your local vets and get a chance to support and know them better, then this is the event for you! Every first Saturday of the month in Monarch Landing, every second Saturday on the month at Brookedale in Lisle, every third Saturday at Independence Village, and every forth Saturday at StoryPoint in Naperville. All Are Very Welcome to Attend! If you have any more questions on location and attendance, please contact Jerry Cooney at 630-995-5053 or Jim Stoffregen at 630-430-4966.
Homewatch CareGivers is a homecare company that is a proud supporter of our Veterans and a VA approved provider. We offer respite care, dementia care, senior care, and 24 hr care services for our community and veterans. We also would love to do a free in-home consultation for you or your loved one to see how we can help you this year with homecare. We look forward to hearing from you!

February Memory Cafe
Dementia Friendly Naperville and the Naperville Senior Task Force offer free monthly Memory Cafes for people with dementia and their care partners. These meetings allow both care recipient and caregiver to get out and connect with others in similar situations and socialize with each other. The activities included at the event are education. music, games, and art. The next Memory Cafe is coming up on Tuesday February 14th at the 95th st Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Drive. Registration is available online at naperville-lib.org or you can contact Lisa Kirchnew at 630-701-7502. Walk-ins are welcome. 
 
Dementia has touched the lives of almost everyone in some way and we at Homewatch CareGivers understand the struggle and strain it can have on the caregivers and the care recipients. That is why some of our services such as respite care and dementia care are so important to families now so that they can get that much needed break at times. Also, we make sure that all of our caregivers are well trained and certified in dementia care so that our clients know that their loved ones are in the best care possible. If you have any questions on how we can help you or a loved one, please contact us and we would love to set you up with a free in-home consultation today to see how we can help you this year.

Cornhole and Walking Tacos? Yes Please!
 
 
Get somewhere warm and play some cornhole and get some walking tacos while you socialize with friends.  The American Legion Post 43 in Naperville is providing you this opportunity to do just that! No experience is necessary just the means to have a good time. Entry fee is $10 that's payable at the door. Reservation deadline is the 25th but contact Tom if it's late and see if there will be any extra openings. You don't want to miss this good time! This Friday January 27th at 7PM at the Post 43 Home on 10 W. Chicago Avenue, Naperville, IL 60540.
 
Homewatch CareGivers is a proud supporter of our Veterans and is a VA approved provider for our Veterans for homecare. Offering highly skilled services such as homecare, dementia care, and respite care to our Veterans and local seniors is more of a passion and not just a job for us. We offer Free in-home consultations for anyone interested in our services so that we can go over options of care, financial support options, and recourses. Please call us or email us today and we would love to set something up with you to discuss how we can help you or your loved one this year.
 

Candidate Forums Dates
 
If you are interested in who the City Council Candidates are going to be and want to hear their introductions, then this is for you! The Naperville Senior Task Force invites everyone to attend this series of candidate forums, which is cosponsored by the STF, Positively Naperville and the Naperville Area Homeowners Confederation. The forums will take place at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St. The dates to mark down are... Tuesday, Jan. 31: City Council Candidates - Introductions, Tuesday, Feb. 28: City Council Candidates - Q&A, Tuesday, March 14: Mayoral Candidates - Introductions and Q&A. 

 Staying up to date on your local leaders is important and Homewatch CareGivers wants to make sure you have the right resources and information so you can best inform yourselves. As a homecare company we want to make sure our clients have a voice in the community and are getting the care and information they need to better their lives. If you have any questions for us on how we can help you or a loved one better their lives through homecare, dementia care, respite care, or our senior care services please contact us, and we would love to set you up with a free in-home consultation. We look forward to hearing from you!

Free Snow Removal for Seniors!
 
At Homewatch CareGivers, we know that many seniors feel isolated and trapped in their homes when the snow starts flying outside. But the good news is that our local seniors can find free snow removal services by contacting local Boy Scout troops. Many churches and veterans’ groups sponsor scout troops, so they are able to provide such amazing services such as this to our seniors. Contact the American Legion at 630-728-7519, the VFW at 630-420-9820 or a nearby church if you are in need assistance this winter when the snow starts piling up. 
 
At Homewatch CareGivers our caregivers are doing everything they can to keep our clients at home safe and warm this season. All of our caregivers are trained and certified in homecare and dementia care, and we are confident we have some of them best quality caregivers around. If you or a loved one is interested in our home care, dementia care, respite care or senior care services, please contact us and we would love to set you up with a free at home consultation for you or your loved one. We look forward to hearing from you and stay warm and safe out there.
 

 
It was a fun and interesting talk today from Athletico PT for the seniors at the Lisle Park District. Steph Berman and Erin Avery are physical therapists at 5328 MainSt., Lisle, IL 60532 and the focus was on Fall Risk and Prevention and how PT can help with making them safer from falls. They also had the seniors sit and stand with arms crossing their chest to see how their balance and strength is and a good number of the seniors were able to do this.Also, Kimm’s son made THE MOST AMAZING COOKIES for the seniors. Thanks, Debbie and Kimm, for all that you do for our seniors at the Lisle Park District!
As a homecare company we are actively involved with the local senior community as much as we can be so that we can keep our clients as informed as possible on all of the great resources that are out there for them such as the Lisle Park Districts Senior Programs. At Homewatch CareGivers we work with our clients on figuring out the best homecare plan for them or their loved-one and help them realize what financial resources are out there for them as well. We would love to go over if our home care, dementia care, or respite care services would be a good fit for you or your loved one with a free in-home consultation. Contact us today and we would be honored to see how we can help you or your family this year. 

Seniors Today Monthly Meeting!
The Lisle Park District is having their monthly meeting coming up and it's all about Fall Prevention. With the upcoming snow and ice headed our way it's a great time to remind ourselves on how to prevent falls and injuries from happening inside the home and outside. Homewatch CareGivers, Presto, and Athletico have teamed up to bring you a great speaker for this event and also lunch! It's free, free, free for our seniors so we hope you come on out and join us. It will be held January 23rd from 11:30-1pm at the Lisle Senior Center.
As a home care company, Homewatch CareGivers cares passionately about the health and safety of our clients and fully supports events such as this to teach our local senior community about safety. If you would like to talk to us more about how we can help you or a loved one in your life become more independent in their own home, we would love to chat. Home care, senior care, dementia care, 24hr care, respite care, and more are some of the great services we offer her at Homewatch CareGivers. We are also a VA approved provider for our Veterans in the local Naperville community and surrounding areas. Give us a call today and setup your free in-home consultation and see how we can help you this year.
 

Let's Talk About Oral Health
The Naperville TRIAD is bringing you a great speaker this month to talk about how your overall health can be greatly impacted by your oral health. Mary Jensen is a Dental Hygienist and will be speaking on our Zoom webinar this month as to why oral health is so important and answer any questions you might have for her. It will be held on January 26th at 10am on zoom. The login details are in the flyer above and if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
Homewatch CareGivers is a proud part of the Naperville TRIAD and supporter of our seniors and Veterans in the Naperville community and surrounding areas. We have been in business in Naperville for several years and have grown our business with love and support from our local community. We offer free in-home consultations so that we can sit and talk to you and your loved ones about on how we can help make you or your loved one's life a happier and more independent one.  Our Caregivers are well trained on senior care, 24hr care, and are certified in dementia care. We are also a VA approved provider for our community as well so we can help support our Veterans. We look forward to seeing you soon

Filling the Air with Love
Come bring your Sweetheart to the Sweet Heart Dinner at the Canteen at the American Legion Hall in Naperville. If you are looking for a great way to dance the night away with your sweetheart and give back to your community at the same time, then this is the event for you! Dinner will be served from Mission BBQ and will have live music from 6-9PM and of course there will be some amazing raffles. Tickets are $15 at the door and there will be $2 Bud Light Bottles served. This great Event will be held on Saturday January 28th at 5Pm in The Canteen.
Homewatch CareGivers is a proud supporter of our Veterans and a VA approved provider for homecare services. We offer great services such as 24 hr care, dementia care, and senior care to our clients and more. We also do free at home evaluations as well and are willing and able to get you started with an appointment today! If you have any questions, please call us and we would love to talk about how we can help you and your loved ones this year. We look forward to seeing you out there!

New Year Memory Café
 
Memory Café is coming up on January 10th from 2-3:30PM. Come join with us and other individuals and/or their care partners who are living with dementia as we start this New Year off right! It's a safe place where both can socialize together and connect with other individuals going through the same situations. It's a wonderful free event that includes education, music, games and art. It will be held at the Naperville Public Library on 95th St. You can register online at www.naperville-lib.org. Walk-ins are welcome.
 

Homewatch CareGivers is a home care company whose staff is specially trained and certified in dementia care. If you have any questions about our services on dementia care, 24hr care, or senior care please reach out to us and we would love to talk to you about how we can set you up with a free consultation on how we can help you and your loved ones. We service the Naperville, Wheaton, Lisle, and Aurora areas and more. As a VA approved provider we can also talk to you about how we can help Veterans get covered for our homecare services through the VA.


It Was A Merry One!
 
Homewatch CareGivers was so happy to be able to close out the year with the Seniors at the Lisle Park District! With good food, good music, and fun sweaters all around, it would have been hard to be a Grinch in these surroundings. We are so happy that we get to be a part of such an amazing community of seniors, and we look forward to many more parties this new year with them. 
 
This year has been a great year at Homewatch CareGivers, and we are so thankful for the love and support we get from our community so that we can create a better-quality home care experience for our clients. We would love to talk to you and your loved ones about how we can help you in this new year achieve a better quality of life at home through home care services. We offer free at home consultations on all of our services like dementia care, 24 hr care, and we are also a VA approved provider so call us today and we look forward to hearing from you soon! Have a great New Year!
 

New Year New Career?

If you are looking for some ideas on our next career or job opportunity, then you're in luck! The Naperville Park District is teaming up with other great companies in the area and bringing you a fantastic Community Job Fair this Saturday the 7th from 10Am - 1PM at the Fort Hill Activity Center on 20 Fort Hill Dr, Naperville. It's a free event that will feature both full time and part time opportunities for job seekers. 
 
Homewatch CareGivers will be there with applications and answering any questions you may have about our services such as senior care, 24 hr care, dementia care, and more and how you can be a part of this great team. We are passionate about our work as a home care company, and we offer training and support to all of our caregivers so that we can have a healthy work environment that benefits both caregiver and client. Come join us and help us change lives as a caregiver in your community.
We look forward to seeing you out there!

That's A Wrap!
 
Homewatch CareGivers is so happy to be apart of this fantastic group of people and their cause. This years Adopt a Senior Wrap Party with the ASSP turned out better than we could have hoped! This is such an important and incredible cause for our seniors in the community and we are so thankful to everyone who came out and participated! We ended up with so many lovely gifts for our seniors and it was all made possible by this great group!
 
As a home care company we see the importance of programs like this and the amazing impact it has on our seniors in the community. We hope that this holiday season is filled with love and joy and warmth for the elders in your families and that they are able to be with you this Christmas. If you have any questions for us on how we can help you or a loved one this season please reach out to us and we would love to set up a free consultation. Some of our service are but not limited to are respite care, dementia care, and 24hr care.  We are also a VA approved provider so we are able to take care of our Veterans in the community as well. We hope you have a great Holiday season and Merry Christmas! 
 
 

Memory Cafe

Homewatch CareGivers would like to remind you that the memory café is coming up this Tuesday the 13th as they join together with individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Its a safe place where both caregiver and care recipient can socialize and connect with others in similar situations. Its a great free event sponsored by Dementia Friendly Naperville and Naperville Senior Task Force.

As a dementia care, senior care, homecare, and 24 hour care provider who focuses on redefining quality home care. Homewatch CareGivers wants to make sure we are getting the recourses out there that our community needs and deserves to better the lives of our seniors and people who are struggling with the effects of dementia in their home who need support. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to us here at Homewatch CareGivers.

Memory Cafe Event Flyer


Homewatch CareGivers very own is Nominated for Senior of the Year!

Photo of Kris

Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville, a home care and senior care company, is so proud to announce that their very own Kris Chrzan has been nominated for the Naperville 2022 Senior of the Year Award!

Kris has been the Client Services Manager for Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville since May of 2019 and has brought her passion for helping people to the roll. A senior herself, Kris enjoys meeting new seniors everyday, whether on the phone, in person at a client evaluation, or at different senior events. She is skilled at connecting our clients with home care caregivers who not only meet their needs, but invariably, give them so much more. They become friends because the caregivers understand their fears, have compassion, and make the client's situation a bit better at the end of the day. It takes a very special person to be a home care caregiver for our seniors. Nothing makes Kris happier than hearing that our client and caregiver have become a great team.

Kris on top of working atHomewatch CareGivers attends many senior programs throughout each month and all so gives up a lot of her time volunteering at different meetings, nonprofits, and events throughout the community. She is also the rock of her family and is always there for everyone.

As she puts on her lipstick and sunglasses and heads out the door of the office too brighten another seniors day, you will hear shouts of " Have a good day Hollywood!" We only hope we are half as spunky, compassionate and helpful in our 70's as our dear friend and colleague! She has a fan club wherever she goes! She truly is our "Hollywood!"


Homewatch CareGivers Speaks at Motive-8

Homewatch CareGivers is happy to help out their community by speaking at the Career Motive-8 Event Friday Oct-31st from 8:45AM-11:00AM break for lunch and then 11:45AM-2:00PM. Partnering with Homewatch CareGivers and other area businesses, Naperville 203 will host an 8th Grade Career Exploration Day to motivate students to look into career exploration & planning. This event will provide students with an opportunity to talk to and connect with area businesses representing multiple careers. 

The purpose of Career Motive-8 is to provide hands-on experience for students, aligned with the district’s comprehensive counseling curriculum, to deepen their understanding of the careers available in our community and across multiple career paths. This event supports our district's mission to produce students who are self-directed learners, collaborative workers, complex thinkers, quality producers, and community contributors.

Homewatch CareGivers is a home care company that offers 24hr care, dementia care, senior care, elder care, and much more. We are also a VA approved provider for the veterans in our community. We work hand in hand with other companies in the area to make sure that your loved ones get the right care and services they need to either get back on their feet after a surgery or just need that little bit of extra assistance around the house. Please contact us today to talk to one of our Client Managers and we would love to answer any questions you have about our services.


Senior Dance Party!

Food, Dancing, and Music... Nothing is better for the soul. As the cool weather starts to move in on us and the leaves start to change and do a dance of their own, we grab the chance to gather to gather with the seniors of our community and celebrate life, health, friends, and just good company and kick up some dust.

Homewatch CareGivers, a senior care and home care company, will be there to celebrate with you and support our seniors in getting some good physical exercises while dancing the night away. If you have any questions for us on our 24 hour care, dementia care, or senior care in any of our locations of Lockport, Naperville, Plainfield, Oswego, Yorkville, Aurora, Joliet, Lisle and more, we would love to answer them. We will be there to answer any questions you might have whether it be for yourself or a loved one. We are also a VA approved provider so we are able to do home care for our Veterans as well who are approved through the VA program.

Homewatch CareGivers and the Dupage Senior Citizens Council look forward to seeing you on September 22nd starting at 4pm - 8pm at the Abbington Distinctive Banquets 3S002 Route 53 Corner of Route 53 and Butterfield Rd. Glen Ellyn, IL.

Please RSVP before by calling 630-620-0804 or by clicking here. Or go to https://www.dupageseniorcouncil.org/senior-dance-party/ See you on the Dance floor!



Local Caregiver Nominated for National Award
 
 
Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville, IL a homecare and senior care based company could not be prouder to have announced today that Trina Glowienke was nominated for the Home Care Association of America (HCAOA) 2022 Caregiver of the Year Award. Trina is among the top 300 home caregivers nominated from home care agencies all across the country.

This national program recognizes the top caregivers across the country who provide homecare, elder care, senior care, Dementia care, 24hour care, and other home care serves for seniors and people with disabilities.

“Caregiving is tough. It requires a special kind of empathy that not all people are lucky enough to possess,” said HCAOA CEO Vicki Hoak. “This award is just one way we can lift up our caregivers, who are a vital lifeline to the clients they serve at home. It is a pleasure to recognize those who go above and beyond with a song, a surprise outing, or a client’s favorite meal to ensure they are cared for."

Trina Glowienke -

"I was 50 and I did it in my 40's as a volunteer too neighborhood seniors and got paid some with residents at Bensenville Home Society and Castle Towers for apartments seniors associated with Franciscan Sisters. (My mom was living there at the time) So employed 16 years now. I worked for Abcore Health in Arlington for approximately 8 years. I was at Assisting Hands in Downers Grove about 2 1/2 years and also at Snug and Comfort Caregivers for 2 years. During this time I was recommended to Homewatch CareGivers with Denise Vaughn's company. I would say I've worked in caregiving since 1995. I've been in health care in general since 1980. Schooling 1979 - 1984 for respiratory therapy and did clinicals and also worked at two hospitals, Mercy Center and Good Samaritan. In the late 80's early 90's I worked in medical records at Elmhurst Clinic.

My caregiving is my retirement career and I hope to work another 10 years improving peoples lives to help them be independent and safe and cared for in their homes as a companion and personal caregiver.

🌻🌻🌻

Our symbol for friendship, trustworthiness, compassion, and dedication."

The top caregiver will be announced at the HCAOA Annual Leadership Conference this year at the Hilton Orlando, and will receive a cash award of $1,000.

We are so proud of you Trina!

Trina


The goal to be...Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise

The Naperville TRIAD is having a FREE event this Friday, September the 9th in the morning from 8:30AM to 11:30PM at the Naperville Municipal Center 400 S. Eagle Street, Naperville. This Event is on being Healthy, Wealthy, & Wise! Gosh, Doesn't that sound great? The speaker will be Attorney Karen Mills who will delve into decision making capacity, financial exploration, elder abuse, and undue influence. Seniors can learn risk factors and tips to protect themselves, family, and friends involved with elder care. The Naperville and Lisle park districts, libraries, YMCA, and Naper Settlement will also be there to share activities and resources and how you can get involved in their senior programs.

Refreshments and free blood pressure screening will be available and of course FREE LUNCH!

Homewatch CareGivers will also have brochures available in your packets about their senior care, 24 hour care, home care, and dementia care services. We are also a VA approved provider so we are able to do home care for our veterans under the VA program. We would love to answer any questions you may have for us about home care and how we can help make your life easier. Click here to learn more!


Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville SBA Small Business Person of the Year Nominee

We here at Homewatch CareGivers are so proud to announce that Dennise Vaughn, President/Administrator of Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville was nominated for the 2022 Small Business Administration Small Businessperson of the Year. The award recognizes business growth, employee satisfaction, managing challenges, and community service contributions. “Dennise is an optimistic, sophisticated, entrepreneurial leader, who is passionate about service, community outreach, inclusivity, and healthcare.” said Brynn Beaton, Clemson University.

Thank you to all who nominated us and we will continue to strive to provide our community with the best home care we can possibly provide and we will continue doing so in the coming years. We love our Community and will always do what we can to help support it.

photo of Dennise Vaughn


5 Years of Business in Naperville! 

Homewatch CareGivers Celebrated their 5th year in business this year! We have been so honored to be able to supply home care and senior services to the people of Naperville, Lockport, Plainfield and the surrounding areas for the last 5 years. Dennise Vaughn ( President & Administrator) of Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville celebrated with her Care Managers ( Kris Chrzan, Raquel Gonzales, Laura Gonzales, Haley Harbath, and Abigail Murugesan) this past Sunday of the success of the company and celebrated expanding the company to one of its new offices in Plainfield. We will now be supplying home care and senior services to not just Plainfield but the surrounding areas as well such as Oswego, Yorkville, and Joliet. Thank you for choosing us took take care of your loved ones and we are looking forward to serving you for many years to come.

HWCG Anniversary


Good Health Includes Good Mental Health

The West Suburban Community Pantry is hosting an awesome free workshop on Aug 9th on Mental Health in person or on zoom at 10:30AM. We hope to see you there!

Here at Homewatch CareGivers we are advocates for not just physical health but mental health as well. We understand that caring for a loved one on your own can have a toll on your mental health for you and your loved ones and we are here to help whether that be through respite care,dementia care, or personal care. If you are interested in anymore of our services please reach out or click here.

West Suburban Community Pantry


Homewatch CareGivers Is a Proud Sponsor of the Naperville Alzheimer’s Walk

Alz Walk Pic

Homewatch CareGivers Administrator, Dennise Vaughn, is proud to serve on the Naperville Alzheimer’s Walk Leadership Committee chaired by Karyn Charvat from Power DuPage. Karyn’s family has been impacted by Alzheimer’s and she is an Elite Grand Champion fundraiser.

Many of those who have had family and friends struggles with Dementia and Alzheimer’s can tell you, it is very hard to see the one’s we love start to become forgetful, and as the diseases progress become unable to care for themselves and even become a danger to themselves.

Homewatch CareGivers certifies all their Caregiver professionals in Dementia and Alzheimer’s care including understanding dementia, effectively communicating with individuals with dementia, assisting individuals with dementia in performing activities of daily living, problem solving with individuals with dementia who exhibit challenging behavior, fundamentals of dementia care, safe environments and

managing the activities of individuals with dementia.

Homewatch CareGivers is honored to be a 2022 Naperville Alzheimer’s Walk sponsor for the walk on September 18th, 2022. We will be there at our table with any questions you may have about home care and dementia and Alzheimer's care.

Please Register Here

We hope to see you at the Naperville Alzheimer’s Walk on September 18th, 2022 at the Naperville Riverwalk.


Homewatch CareGivers would like to recognize these amazing care givers for the July Care Givers of the Month! Thank you for all you do for our Clients Ladies!

Edwinnan B

"I enjoy being a caregiver because I like helping people the elderly need it most I love my job and I really care for the people I serve and I give thanks to the staff for helping"

Mary

"Each day I love seeing what's behind the door I look forward to seeing my clients every day. I get more out of my job most often than my clients do!!"

A picture of Mary

 


Would you Like to Help Make a Greater Impact in the Senior Community?

Homewatch CareGivers would like to invite you to a great night out and join us as we help support theDuPage Senior Citizens Council as they put on a fundraising show.

August 20th 2022 6PM

Back Better Than Ever: An Evening With America's Master Mentalist, Jon Stetson.

Jon Stetson's hilarious and unique presentation amazes audiences. Stetson blends the art of Mystery with the study of Psychology, the predictability of human nature and the power of intuition, with a disarming sense of humor.

Even the most skeptical of audience members regain a sense of wonder as impossibilities become realities.

Jon has performed for three U.S. Presidents, the King of Sweden, the Royal Family of Monaco and has appeared on several major Television Networks.

It's going to be a great night out of entertainment, dinner, drinks, and a great way to support and connect with the community. Please come out and join us. Tickets are $150 each and can be purchased by going to the DSCC website or by clicking here.

If you are interested in being a sponsor or want VIP tickets, more purchases options are on the website.

We look forward to seeing you there! It's going to be Mental!


Time to Break Those Sneakers In!

It's that time of year! It's time for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's event!

When? -Sunday September 18th 2022

Where? - North Central College - Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium, 455 S Brainard St., Naperville, IL.

walk to end alzheimer's

Grab your family, friends, or coworkers and get online to register as an individual or as a team which you can do by clicking here and start raising some cash for this wonderful cause.

According to the Alzheimer's Association, did you know that Alzheimer's has killed more people than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined? At Homewatch CareGivers we don't know of a single person who's family has not been touched in some way by this terrible disease. That's why we offer homecare services for people who are struggling with Alzheimer's and their families to help them live a better life and give them some support in those hard times. We are all in this together! Come see us at our booth on walk day and say hello, grab some information on more of our services, and grab some goodies. We look forward to seeing you there!


Friendly Phone Calls

The DuPage Senior Citizens Council has launched a new program to provide a weekly Friendly Phone Call to older adults who are dealing with social isolation and are in need of human contact. The service connects older adults with volunteers for conversation and a brief break from those long and lonely days. Homewatch CareGivers also offers Companion services to people who are struggling with isolation during the week when most families are away at work or live in another town.

For more info on Friendly phone calls please visit https://www.dupageseniorcouncil.org/ or for more info on Companion care from Homewatch CareGivers please visit https://www.homewatchcaregivers.com/naperville/

Friendly Phone Call Dupage Senior Citizens Council


Veteran Resource Fair August 30th!

Homewatch CareGivers would like to let you know that the Veterans Assistance Commission and the DuPage County Recorder is having a Veterans Resource Fair! As an Approved Provider for VA homecare we hope to see you there! 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 30.

american flag, honoring our veterans

DuPage County Recorder Offers Veterans Resource Fair
Veterans and their families are invited to join the DuPage County Recorder and the Veterans Assistance Commission of DuPage County for a Veterans Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 30 in the first floor Auditorium of the JTK Administration Building, 421. N County Farm Road, Wheaton.
More than 50 service agencies and community organizations will be in attendance to offer information and assistance to veterans. Attendees are invited to enjoy refreshments and win door prizes as they receive information about programs designed to serve veterans and their families.
WHO: DuPage County Recorder Kathleen Carrier, DuPage County Veterans Assistance Commission, Illinois Secretary of State’s Office and more than 50 State and County Agencies, Community Organizations and Local Businesses
WHAT: Veterans Resource Fair
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 30
WHERE: JTK Administration Building Auditorium, 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton
For more information, please contact Steve Fixler of the Veterans Assistance Commission at (630) 407-5655 or steven.fixler@dupageco.org or visit www.dupagecounty.gov/vac or www.dupagecounty.gov/recorder.

3 Free Live Concerts!

What's better than music in the park? Free music in the park!

Lisle Park District is bringing you their 5th Annual Summer entertainment series.

Wednesdays from 7PM until 8:30PM

July 13th - July 20th - July 27th

Homewatch CareGivers hopes to see you there!!

Van Kampen Stage, Lisle Community Park ♮ 1800 Short St.

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets! Drinks will be available for purchase. A valid driver's license or state ID is required for ALL participants ages 21 years or older wishing to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.

July 13

Billy-Elton

Billy Joel & Elton John

July 20

SunFallen

Rock & Roll

July 27

Infinity

Journey Tribute Band

Parking: Free parking is available at the Lisle Senior High School, Sea Lion Aquatic Park, Community Center & Recreation Center lots.

Summer Entertainment Series Flyer


Know a Senior who is still Rocking and Rolling in there Community?

The Naperville TRIAD and the Senior Task Force would like to recognize them and honor them for playing a big role in giving back to their community. Nominations are due by Aug 15th 2022. See further info below on how to nominate your super star.

Triad Logo

2022 Senior of the Year Award

 


 

Veterans Care with Homewatch CareGivers

Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville and Lockport are approved Community Care Providers. This article from VA U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is a great topic and resource.

Topic for July
The VA May Be Able to Provide
Health Care in Your Home

Veterans, their families and caregivers often ask: What health care options are available for Veterans in their homes?

Veterans who are enrolled in VA health care may be able to receive these Home and Community Based Services depending on their service-connected status, clinical need for the service and service availability in their area:

  • Home Based Primary Care is a health care service provided to Veterans in their home. A VA physician supervises the health care team who provides the services. It is for Veterans who have complex health care needs for whom routine clinic-based care is not effective.
  • A Homemaker or Home Health Aide is a trained person who can come to a Veteran's home and help the Veteran take care of themselves and their daily activities. Homemakers and Home Health Aides are not nurses, but they are supervised by a registered nurse who will help assess the Veteran's daily living needs.
  • Respite Careis a program that pays for care, for a short time, when family caregivers need a break, need to run errands, or need to go out of town for a few days. Respite Care can be helpful to Veterans of all ages, and their caregiver.
  • Skilled Home Health Care is for Veterans needing short-term care as they are moving from a hospital or nursing home back to their home. It can also be used to provide continuing care to people with ongoing needs. It includes services such as: skilled nursing, case management, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, wound care, or IV antibiotics.
  • Remote Monitoring is a service that allows the Veteran's physician or nurse to monitor the Veteran's medical condition remotely using home monitoring equipment. Veterans can be referred to a care coordinator for enrollment by any member of their care team.

 

Nothing says a party like bubbles and BBQ! That is exactly what was happening at Harbor Chase of Naperville Senior living home last week as they celebrate their 20th Anniversary this year! A wonderful live band and dancing worked up a good appetite for these seniors who then got to enjoy the chef inspired BBQ that was served along with craft cocktails and delicious deserts. Dennise Vaughn (Administrator) , Kris Chrzan, and Abigail Murugesan from Homewatch CareGivers was in attendance and grateful to get to celebrate with them and enjoy the festivities with all the seniors and staff who live and work there. Happy Anniversary Harbor Chase! Cheers to 20 years in Senior Care!


We Love our Veterans!

As an Approved Provider for VA Home Care, we want to do all we can to help support and get as much information as we can out there to help our Veterans! This Month the VCC Partner Newsletter had some fantastic information on if Veterans can Stack Benefits or not. Follow the Link below to learn more!

https://www.vcchc.com/using-additional-programs-with-pension-with-aid-and-attendance/

Image of man writing on notepad

 


Have you ever found yourself or a friend in need of medical equipment but didn't know where to look?

Did you know that Lisle Park District and Naperville Township Have Medical Lending closets at NO-Charge!?

Well, We at Homewatch CareGivers did and that is why we are passing on this great info to YOU!

Medical Equipment can be on loan for a 90-day Period!

Available Equipment:

Wheelchairs, Walkers, Canes, Crutches, Shower Chairs, Commodes, Tub Transfer Benches,

and Rollators.

For more information or to loan your equipment today please contact:

Lisle Park District Contact: Debbie Breihan 630-353-4344

dbreihan@lisleparkdistrict.org

Naperville Township Contact: Mary-Jo Mascitti at 630-355-2786

Elderly person using walker


Memory Cafe Can Support Your Family

Do you know someone with Dementia or Alzheimer’s? Do you look for ways to connect with others managing all stages of memory loss?

Please mark your calendar for the next Memory Cafe on Tuesday, June 14 from 2-3pm at the 95th Street Naperville Library.

Homewatch CareGivers Administrator, Dennise Vaughn serves on the Naperville Dementia Friendly Task Force. “The best thing for families managing Dementia is to find activities with people who understand the challenges of the disease” said Vaughn.

Homewatch CareGivers offers in home care for families suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer’s. All staff is trained with over 6 hours of Dementia Care Training.

We are proud to be one of the leading home care agencies in DuPage and Will Counties.

Memory Cafe infographic

Naperville Lisle Triad Picnic 2022

A great time was had by all at the Annual Naperville Lisle Triad Picnic held on May 31. Dennise Vaughn, Administrator of Homewatch Caregivers, serves as the Triad President. “What a great turnout today. It was so good to see so many of our Triad members volunteering and our Seniors having such a great time today” said Vaughn.

Homewatch Caregivers has a mission to a leaders in the community to have a strong network of resources to better serve all of the families we care for.

Visit https://naperville-lisle-triad.org for more information on the Naperville Lisle Triad.

Image og group of people smiling wearing Hawaiian style clothing


Do Good Fair Next Friday

Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville is thrilled to be a sponsor for an awesome event at Lisle Rec Center taking place next Friday. Our Administrator, Dennise Vaughn, is the President of the Naperville-Lisle TRIAD, and quotes, “This is a fantastic opportunity if you or your loved ones are interested in being more involved in the community or are seeking part-time jobs!” Be sure to stop by our Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville table to learn more about being a caregiver and the services we have to offer. Join our team to positively impact the Naperville, Lisle, and Aurora communities by personally connecting with families and bringing joy to the lives of clients. Read more about what it is like to be a caregiver for Homewatch here.

 

Do Good Fair poster


Senior Dance Party with DuPage Senior Council

Last month, the DuPage Senior Council’s senior dance party made the Chicago news! Over 750 seniors and their loved ones, caregivers, and more residents in the Naperville, Lisle, Wheaton, Aurora, and Woodridge communities attended this memorable event. Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville Administrator, Dennise Vaughn, is board member for the DuPage Senior Council and was thrilled to hear about the success of this event. CBS Chicago covered the event, noting that it was inspiring to see so many seniors in the same place socializing and having a blast, after nearly two years of isolation.

Homewatch CareGivers encourages clients and caregivers to live life to the fullest through building compassionate connections and participating in social events. Our senior care and companion care service values align well with events like the senior dance party. Our senior care services involve grocery shopping, laundry, and housekeeping activities. Our companion care services involves emotional and social support for individuals. Read more about what Homewatch CareGivers can offer you and your loved ones.

 

two people dancing

 


How to Prevent Aging Back Pain – Seniors Today Watch Party

Homewatch CareGivers Administrator, Dennise Vaughn, hosted an episode that rercently aired called, “Oh My Aching Back” on Seniors Today, a NCTV17 Naperville podcast and video series. This episode featured Dennise interviewing spine specialists about what causes aching back pain during aging and ways seniors can prevent it. Homewatch CareGivers strives to provide the utmost senior care and after-surgery care for the Naperville, Lisle, Aurora, Wheaton, Woodridge, and surrounding communities, which includes providing vital information/education for seniors and their loved ones. The interviewees for the ”Oh My Aching Back” episode were two providers of Duly Health and Care, Dr. Islam Elboghdady, a spine surgeon and specialist, and Joseph Agostinelli, a physical therapist. Jeff Helf, a retired sales executive, also accompanied them. Dennise has been a NCTV17 Advisory Board member since 2018 and began hosting Seniors Today episodes in 2019. She is passionate about senior health, wellness, and home healthcare.

During a Seniors Today watch party in February at the Lisle Park District, Mary Gruenberg, President of Soarella Consulting, gave an extensive presentation Medicare, Supplemental Plans, Medicare Advantage, and Prescription coverage and planning for the future. Click here for more information on payment options for HWCG home healthcare. Kris Chrzan, Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville employee, briefed the senior attendees on our senior care services that align nicely with the topics covered during this meeting. We would love to give a big shoutout to Debbie Breihan, the Senior Center Manager, who coordinates these monthly events that Dennise and our staff member, Kris Chrzan, are able to participate in and highlight Homewatch CareGivers care services.

Senior Todayspeaker 2


Homewatch CareGivers Provides After-Hospital Care and 24-Hour Care

Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville strives to provide the utmost safety and support for you and your loved ones. We highly value our after-hospital care and 24-hour care services for the Naperville, Wheaton, Aurora, Woodridge, Lisle, and Warrenville communities. Our after-hospital care follows medical plans and creates successful transitions for our clients. Our 24-hour care services set high standards of trust between our caregivers, clients’, and clients’ loved ones.

An important and concerning topic that can occur in households, is abuse. When abuse happens in the home, there are appropriate measures to take to protect elders and people of all ages. After attending a recent webinar, our office became educated on what is defined as abuse and how to respond when it is reported. Adult Protection Services (APS) is an important resource for keeping our clients and caregivers safe. This February, the DuPage County APS hosted a comprehensive webinar that provided relevant and shocking statistics about abusers and victims, covering the different types of relationships, the reality of abuse, and the leading barriers victims face. If you suspect abuse, report it to the DuPage County Adult Protective Services at 630-407-6500 or the 24-hour hotline at 866-800-1409.

younger woman pushing older woman in a wheelchair


Opportunity to Learn More About the History of Comedy and Music!

Do you enjoy learning more about history, laughing with loved ones, and dancing to jazz music? Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville Administrator Dennise Vaughn is the President of the Naperville-Lisle Township Triad, and this awesome group is hosting a free Zoom webinar on Thursday, February 24th at 10 am! All are welcome to attend, especially seniors! Tim Wilsey, a Chicagoland performer, is well-versed in the music and comedy industries. He grew up performing in Boston’s and New York’s music scenes, and studied the Big Band Swing, Be Bop Jazz, and Chicago Soul/Blue’s Legends. He will be showing comedian routines and guiding discussions on the history of comedians and musicians. Register for this cool webinar here.

Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville encourages you to attend these events that boost morale and socialization. We highly value our elder care, companion care, and senior transportation services in the Naperville, Wheaton, and Plainfield areas. We believe in the importance for making a house a home, and we strive for all our clients to enjoy special events for education and happiness. Contact us with any inquiries about our services here. Homewatch CareGivers has so much to offer for you and your loved ones.

music with history of comedy sign up poster


“Seniors Today” Episode Watch Party

Our very own Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville Administrator, Dennise Vaughn, hosts a Naperville Community Television show and podcast called “Seniors Today.” We have a fun watch party for the latest episode happening February 28th at 11:30 am at the Lisle Senior Center on Ohio Street. Register for the in-person watch party by February 21st through this link to secure your spot!! This episode features advice on “How to Make Your Money Last Longer” and pairs well with a nice lunch provided. There will be a discussion facilitated by our hosts and experts in the field of financial planning and health benefits. “Seniors Today” was created by Dennise Vaughn and others to provide resources for learning more about how to live your best life in your later years. The show highlights how Homewatch CareGivers highly values their senior care services and provides resources for veterans to save money and maximize insurance benefits. Read more about our HWCG financial resources here for veterans, seniors, and other clients.

Senior Today Feb 28


A Fun Social Gathering for Memory Cafe

Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville elevates in-home healthcare services by sponsoring or featuring community events that support our dementia care and companion care services. Here at Homewatch CareGivers, we focus on connecting care recipients with expert caregivers who are specially trained to follow through with a personalized plan of care based on their client’s abilities and condition progress. Naperville Senior Task Force and Dementia Friendly Naperville have hosted several Memory Café events, where local caregivers, clients, and families socially gathered together to play games, and dance and sing to great music. There were brochures and informational presentations offered to learn more about in-home care services as well. This event on February 8th, 2022 was a great opportunity for caregivers and care recipients to bond and connect with others!

group of adults wearing masks playing bingo at different tables


“Your Role as a Family Caregiver” Presentation

Join us on Zoom Wednesday, February 16th at 11 am for a discussion about “Passive Neglect: Your Role as a Family Caregiver.” The Illinois Family Violence Coordinating Council Community Intervention and Education Committee is partnering with the DuPage County Adult Protective Services to host this public awareness virtual event. Specifically, we will hear from Diana Lozano and Regina Scarpace about topics focused on the expectations families face after seniors lose their independence. Passive neglect is an important and common issue that should be brought up more often in conversation, especially surrounding home healthcare. This talk is open to anyone of interest, but is geared toward caregivers, guardians, and POA. This training will be loaded with great information that aligns with Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville’s respite care services and high value of educating the community. View the flyer HERE.

Passive Neglect: Your Role as a Family Caregiver flyer


Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville Sponsors “New Year’s at Noon” Bash

What a fantastic start to 2022! Homewatch CareGivers was a proud sponsor of the “New Year’s at Noon” celebration that was planned by the Lisle Park District and Senior Center. Local seniors and staff members had a blast socializing over food, dancing to the Blue Rocket Band, and ringing in the New Year with a champagne toast to Auld Lang Syne. We hope this year brings much joy and peace to everyone in the Naperville and Lisle communities.

This event encapsulated how Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville highly values senior and elder care, companion care, and dementia care services. For more information on how to become a member of the Lisle 50+ Senior Center, visit here. To see a more detailed recap of this fun event, visit the Lisle Senior Center Facebook page.

picture of new years party


Holiday Hoopla Treats for Local Partners

To boost morale and holiday cheer in the community, Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville staff created “Holiday Hoopla Treats” for the Lisle Park District and Martin Avenue Apartments staff and residents in December. The sweet gifts included Christmas cakes and Rice Krispies treats. Homewatch CareGivers highly values personalized connected care, dementia care, and elder care for the Naperville and Lisle communities.

Debbie Holiday Doopla Drop Off

 


Association of Senior Service Providers Welcomes New President

Recently, Dennise Vaughn, Homewatch CareGivers Administrator, completed her two-year term as President of Association of Senior Service Providers. She welcomed Lisa Stover, Founder of Presto Real Estate, as the new President. Lisa was the previous Vice President of the organization, so we asked her to share a few words about Dennise’s impact as President, “Under her leadership, the group has grown, in spite of this relentless virus and reached more seniors through our Adopt A Senior program. It is such a joy to be a part of a group that voluntarily collaborates, networks, and serves others. I consider it a privilege to serve alongside Dennise in other capacities as she brings such energy and direction wherever she lands.”

We are excited to see Lisa lead the group by contributing new ideas and continuing positive work in the community. Lisa adds, “I'm so excited to step into the well-oiled position of ASSP President following Dennise Vaughn.” Thank you for sharing your kind words and strong leadership, Lisa! To learn more information about this incredible organization, click HERE!

lady presidents


Memory Café

Join us next Tuesday, 1/11 for a fun Memory Café event from 2:00-3:30 pm at the Naperville Public Library, including education, music, games, and art. We encourage individuals living with dementia and their care partners to come, along with anyone else interested! For more details, click on the link to the flyer HERE.


Holiday Social for Association of Senior Service Providers

A fun holiday celebration was much needed after a challenging and productive year of work! Many local senior service executives joined us for a holiday social at a Marriott hotel sponsored by the Association of Senior Service Providers (ASSP). Homewatch CareGivers collaborated with the senior executives on innovative ideas for music therapy programs and training. Homewatch CareGivers always seeks ways to benefit the Naperville community, such as expanding our Post-Operative Care and Dementia Care. We appreciate how ASSP allows small business owners to join forces to discuss new trends, technology, and innovations in the healthcare industry.

For more information on the membership organization of ASSP, click here: https://www.assp-dupage.org/

Holidaypartyselfie


Annual Adopt A Senior Program for Association of Senior Service Providers

Homewatch CareGivers is a proud sponsor of a special senior who lives in the Martin Avenue Apartments. Our Administrator, Dennise Vaughn, is a past President of Association of Senior Service Providers of DuPage County and is on the Board of the Martin Avenue Apartments. Our Operations Manager, Raquel Gonzalez, enjoyed visiting with our special senior, bringing donated gifts and her adorable dog to cheer our senior up. Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville enjoys participating in the Adopt A Senior Program because we value Home Health Care, Companion Care, and Elder Care for the Naperville, Wheaton, and Plainfield communities.

caregiver and patient


Homewatch Caregivers Proud Sponsor of Naperville Lisle Triad Bingo Jingo

On December 3rd a wonderful time was had at the Lisle Senior Center for Bingo Jingo. The annual program is offered by the Lisle Naperville Triad and was sponsored by Homewatch Caregivers of Naperville. Dennise Vaughn, Administrator of Homewatch Caregivers and current President of the Naperville Lisle Triad shared “It was so fun to be back together with the Seniors again! Seeing their faces light up shows we never get too old for Santa!”. Lisle High School Varsity Choir performed and kept everyone in the Holiday Spirit. This event really highlights how Homewatch Caregivers values companion care in the Naperville and Lisle areas. For more information on the Naperville Lisle Triad visit https://naperville-lisle-triad.org/.

NL-Triad Bingo Jingo Santa And Jenny


Good Afternoon Seniors Today Guests and Team!

The Seniors Today episode you so kindly participated in "Oh My Aching Back" is now live - via on-demand video here: Seniors Today. From this page, you can share the episode on social media or grab the embed code to post it to a website. Just click on the airplane symbol in the top right of your video.

The episode premiers tomorrow night at 7:00 pm on Channel 17 in Naperville (on Comcast & WOW!) and via simulcast at https://www.nctv17.com/simulcast-schedule/ at the same time, it airs on the channel.

The episode can also be listened to as a Podcast.

Thank you for being a part of this fantastic episode. It was truly an honor to work with all of you!

P.S. If you had a positive experience with us, NCTV17 would be appreciative of a review on either Google or Facebook. Thank you!


AgeGuide is partnering with GetSetUp, an online interactive community for older adults, to allow older adults the ability to take virtual classes relating to different interests, skills and social activities. Don't think you have the skills? GetSetUp offers a variety of classes to learn the technology needed to use platforms such as smart devices, Zoom and so much more! Don't wait! Register today for this FREE learning platform available to older adults living in AgeGuide's eight-county service area through Feb. 28, 2022. All you need to do is fill out the form and you will be all set! Get Started Taking Classes.


Memory Café Starting in Naperville

A Memory Café is a social gathering for individuals living with dementia and their care partners (spouses, children, friends and professional caregivers). Memory Cafés are not a form of respite care. Instead, they offer a place where both caregiver and care recipient can socialize together and connect with others in similar situations. Activities at these events will vary, including education, music, dancing and arts. All will offer socialization. We will meet monthly at the Naperville Public Library, 95th Street branch, 3015 Cedar Glade Drive. Our next Café will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16. Please join us for this free event. The Memory Café is sponsored by the Naperville Senior Task Force and Dementia Friendly Naperville. For more information, contact Lisa Kirchner at (630) 710-7502.


DuPage Senior Citizens Council Volunteer Opportunities Available

As a proud member of the Board at the DuPage Senior Citizens Council, Dennise Vaughn, Administrator at Homewatch Caregivers, shared, “It is so great to see how many people in our community want to help our seniors stay safe in their homes. All the volunteering really makes a difference.” If you are interested in volunteering or need some assistance, please check out some of the services offered.

Yard Clean-ups

This service will be offered to seniors during three weekends: October 23-24, November 6-7, and November 13-14. Our aim is to help assist local seniors in cleaning up their yards! Bags and stickers will be provided for this service. Clean-ups can be done with a group of people or just yourself. All work done to a senior's house must be done at ground level; no ladders or step stools will be needed. We do ask that volunteers bring their own rakes and lawn gloves.

Friendly Phone Calls

Our Friendly Phone Call Program started during COVID as a way of replacing our Friendly Visits Program. Although we cannot enter a senior's home, we still can make sure our seniors have a volunteer to talk with during these uncertain times. The main goal of this program is to provide a senior with regular conversation, socialization and connection, positively impacting the senior's life. We hope that making these calls will brighten up your day as much as it does for the senior on the other end of the line. This program allows you to volunteer from anywhere! Calls can be made after work and on the weekends.

If you are interested in volunteering to provide either service listed above, please visit https://www.dupageseniorcouncil.org/volunteering/.


Free Car Care Safety Clinic

The Naperville Homewatch Caregivers team is proud to host a free car care safety clinic for seniors!

Click HERE to see the full details!


"Do Good" Volunteer and Job Fair

Homewatch CareGivers was a proud sponsor of the “Do Good” Volunteer and Job Fair. The event provided opportunities for people looking to become a volunteer or to do very meaningful work being a caregiver for older people. Dennise Vaughn, Administrator of Homewatch Caregivers shared, “It was amazing to see how many people are looking for ways to give back to our community. Everyone was so interested in helping others!"

Click HERE to see how the event turned out!

 


Hear about upcoming events with our partners!

"Staying Home, Staying Safe?" is now live - via on-demand video here: Seniors Today. You can watch each individual segment or the full episode by selecting the "Watch Latest Episode" button in the header at the top of the page. From this page, you can share your interview on social media or grab the embed code to post it to your website. Just click on the airplane symbol in the top right of your video.

The episode premiers tomorrow night at 7:00 pm on Channel 17 in Naperville (on Comcast & WOW!) and via simulcast at https://www.nctv17.com/simulcast-schedule/ at the same time, it airs on the channel.

The episode can also be listened to as a Podcast.

 


Walk to End Alzheimer’s

The Naperville Homewatch Caregivers team was proud to support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s help on Sunday, September 19. It was so great to see so many of our friends and families walking for such a great cause.


Homewatch Caregivers Promotes the Naperville Dementia Friendly Memory Café

Homewatch Caregivers Administrator, Dennise Vaughn, serves on the Naperville Senior Task Force, Naperville Dementia Friendly Initiative Team. The Naperville Dementia Friendly Initiative Team is focused on increasing awareness and understanding of dementia and of people living with dementia, collaborating with public, private, nonprofit and health care sectors to better serve people living with dementia and their care partners and improving the physical environment and programming in public places and systems (parks, transportation) so that it is dementia friendly.

Click HERE for more information!


Illinois TRIAD Conference

Dennise Vaughn, Naperville-Lisle Triad President attending Illinois Triad Meeting. Triads have formed in communities throughout Illinois and the nation to promote crime prevention for older adults. The groups empower seniors to be more involved in community programs and educational seminars and focus on the importance of health and safety. Triad aims to enhance the quality of life for all senior citizens.

Click HERE for more information!


We are hiring! We have openings in the Naperville, Downers Grove, and Aurora area for CNAs and for people who would like to become Certified Caregivers. We are looking for great people who are compassionate, responsible, and good problem solvers.

We really care about our care team here at Homewatch CareGivers! Our most dedicated care team staff members makes $50k+. For a limited time, we are offering a $500 Sign On Bonus!

Schedule an interview by clicking here or call or text us at 331-702-9975 to find out more information!

Click here for more information!


Naperville-Lisle Triad Health Wealthy and Wise for Seniors

Call 630-420-8479 to Register or click below

Click HERE to register!

Click HERE to read more!

 


Dennise Vaughn, Homewatch Caregivers Owner and the Board President of the Naperville-Lisle Triad is pleased to invite our community members to attend the 2021 Health Wealthy and Wise event which will include useful presentation on the resources available in our community. There is also a sponsored lunch program for those attending.

Click HERE to learn more!


Martin Avenue Grand Opening

Dennise Vaughn, Homewatch Caregivers Owner and Martin Avenue Board Member is pleased to invite our community members to attend the Grand Opening event for Martin Avenue. Refreshments will be served.

Click HERE to learn more!


Congratulations to our Caregivers of the Month!

Gabriel Kareem

Gabrielcgofthemonth

Payton Nesci

payton nesci


Seniors Today “Looking Good and Feeling Better”

On this special Seniors Today, host Dennise Vaughn chats “Looking Good, Feeling Better” with Dr. Kate Polyatskaya, M.D., an expert in the area of plastic and reconstructive surgery of the breast, body, and face with DuPage Medical Group and Tammy Smith, Community Liaison from Three Oaks Hospice. The group shares tips on how to age gracefully and some of the options for fighting sun damage, skin cancer, sagging skin, and even our muffin tops and double chins!

Our Guests

Yekaterina (Kate) Polyatskaya, MD-DuPage Medical Group Plastic Surgery and DMG Aesthetics

Tammy Smith, Community Liaison-Three Oaks Hospice

Around Town Segment

The Around Town segment features HarborChase of Naperville, in Naperville IL. Which is a community that offers comfortable assisted living, memory care apartments, and respite care in an ideal atmosphere for adults who want to get the most out of their senior living experience.

The community also offers amenities such as housekeeping, laundry, and transportation. The outstanding hospitality extends to all aspects of life at HarborChase of Naperville, as they offer three chef-prepare meals every single day with a beautiful variety of options at every meal. Fusion Lounge is their cocktail lounge where they offer daily drink specials, happy hour, trivia contests, watch football games and baseball games, and of course, just have a lot of fun.

Residents can enjoy the best parts of senior living while the care team handles the rest. Start living, stop worrying, and experience quality senior living at HarborChase of Naperville!

You are invited to discover all the ways of living that they offer, HarborChase of Naperville can be reached at 630.394.1881 or contacted through their website.

Seniors Today

Seniors Today is a show focused on what seniors and their families need to know to live their best lives.

Our Host

Dennise Vaughn of Homewatch Caregivers. Homewatch CareGivers® believes good care should not interfere with your quality of life. We deliver the compassionate care our clients need to help complete day-to-day activities while still maintaining a healthy dose of independence.


 

We are proud to be celebrating our Homewatch CareGivers Home Care Anniversary with our Community Partners. Thank you for all you do to help our seniors!

naperville walking club

The Lisle Naperville Park District Walking Club

Napervilletriad

The Naperville-Lisle Triad

Debbie

Debbie Breihan, Lisle Park District

mike cooper and dennise vaughn

Mike Cooper, Naperville Senior Center

Tara

Tara Nieberding, 101 Mobility

alan hoffman and dennise vaughn

Alan Hoffman, Oasis Senior Advisors

Rick Graffagna

Rick Graffanga, Senior Solutions

Jennifer Brasfield

Jennifer Brasfield, Riverwalk Adult Day Services

Mary Greunwald

Mary Greunwald,Soarella

Rose Toia

Rose Toia, Naperville-Lisle Triad

Jim Vondran

Jim Vondran, Naperville-Lisle Triad

Julie Smith

Julie Smith, Naperville Police Department


Supporting The Carillon Community

Homewatch CareGivers Home Care was proud to support the Carillon Salsa Dance Party on Saturday, June 26th. Our own Michelle Turvey, Caregiver Ambassador, was there to share information and answer questions about in home care. It was a great night for all!!

Carillonhoa 1

hwcg employee standing at check in table

For more information about the Carillon Community please visit: https://www.carillonhoa.org/default.aspx


Naperville-Lisle Triad Picnic

Was a great day for the first in-person event! “What a fabulous job by the committee! Thank you to Debbie Breihan for being our announcer, to Julie Smith for chairing the event and to all our volunteers!” said Dennise Vaughn, Homewatch Caregivers Administrator, is the incoming Naperville-Lisle Triad President.

naperville triad picnic

naperville triad picnic

naperville triad picnic

Picnic 1


TRIAD supports local communities by offering the opportunity for information exchange between residents and Law Enforcement.

Click HERE to see upcoming events for the month of June!


On the most recent, special Seniors Today, Dennis Vaughn, Homewatch CareGivers and Lisa Stover, Presto Real Estate chat with guests Monica Guilhot Chartrand, LCSW, Senior Services Program Coordinator at SamarCare in Naperville and Kim White, Executive Director at the Career and Networking Center in Naperville to discuss loss and working through the grieving process in the most positive way.

https://www.nctv17.com/seniors-today/good-grief/

Program Topics include:

  • What are the different types of grief?
  • When will things get back to normal after the death of a loved one?
  • What should I say to someone who is grieving?
  • What are the typical stages of grief?
  • How has counseling and the grieving process changed due to Covid-19 isolation?
  • How to manage the long goodbye, when a terminal diagnosis has been given or a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease

Homewatch CareGivers Naperville is offering multiple opportunities within the Home Health industry.

Come and join us for our Job Fair, Wednesday, May 19th 9am - 2pm and learn more about the rewarding roles available.

Click HERE to learn more!

Logo With Sunflower 002)


Join the Naperville/Lisle Triad May Craft Webinar Event - May 25, 2021 (both in-person or virtual!)

craft event flyer


Paul Beach, Homewatch CareGivers, was proud to appeared on The Caregiving Wisdom Series sponsored by Nourish. This series features experts from across the nation who bring personal and professional wisdom to many aspects of caregiving. On April 21, 2021 Paul spoke on "Do I Need Help? Spotting the Challenges" to family caregivers across the county. The following link provides access to a recording of that presentation.

https://nourishforcaregivers.com/the-caregiving-wisdom-series/

 

 


Homewatch CareGivers is proud to be part of the Edward Elmhurst patient guide.

Click HERE to learn more!


Testimonial Tuesday

testimonial tuesday

I have been with Homewatch CareGivers for two years and my job could be any more rewarding. The greatest joy for me is how my clients touch my life. I am the caregiver that I am because of them. Families thank me for bringing joy back into their loved ones but I say thank you for bringing daily joy into my life!!!

- Mary S.


The DuPage Foundation will be presenting a wonderful webinar on Thursday, April 29th. The webinar will be"Smart Planning Strategies for Seniors" and featuring The Honorable Robert G. Gibson, Associate Judge, 18th Judicial Circuit Court; Ben A. Neiburger, JD, CPA, Founder, Generation Law, Ltd.; Mike Sitrick, JD, CFRE, Vice President for Advancement, DuPage Foundation and Alice Wood, JD, Director of Gift Planning, DuPage Foundation.

Click HERE to learn more!


 

Caregivingwisdcompromo 53)[1]

Paul Beach, Homewatch CareGivers will be the guest speaker for The Caregiving Wisdom Series, April 22nd virtual meeting. Paul will be discussing spotting the challenges facing family caregivers and when it might be time to look for help. The Caregiving Wisdom Series is sponsored by Nourish for Caregivers.


Dennise Vaughn is a co-host of Seniors Today, a show about helping seniors – and those that love them - live their very best lives. NCTV-17 is offering an opportunity to sponsor the show while also promoting your business.

Click HERE to learn more about sponsorship opportunities!


April CareGivers of the Month!

Sue Ranumas

Sue Ranumas

Latoya Cousins

Latoya Cousins


Homewatch Caregivers is an active member of the Naperville/Lisle Triad. The Triad will be presenting a very informative virtual event regarding Housing options on April 21st or April 22nd.


Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville is a partner with Riverwalk Adult Day Services.

Riverwalk Adult Day Services provides a healthy, monitored environment for adults to socialize with other adults, staff, and guests. Adults spend the day with friends and caregivers are given time to pursue other activities while knowing that their loved ones are in the good hands of our nurses and trained staff.

Homewatch CareGivers Naperville is a sponsor of Riverwalk's Second Annual "Virtual" Earth Day Trivia Night on April 22nd.

Click HERE to register and learn more!


 

Homewatch CareGivers supports Naperville/Lisle Triad and their monthly Craft Webinars.

naperville/lisle triad monthly craft webinars


 

Seniors Today

Dennise Vaughn, Homewatch CareGivers Administrator, is a co-host of Seniors Today, a NCTV17 TV show focused on what seniors and their families need to know to live their best lives. https://www.nctv17.com/seniors-today/

The latest episode "Turn It Up I Can't Hear It", joins Dennise and Alan Hoffman of Oasis Senior Advisors as they discuss dealing and living with hearing loss with Dr. Jennie Wheeler, of DuPage Medical Group and Peter Pierro, a retired professor.

Click the link below to tune in and learn more!

https://www.nctv17.com/seniors-today/turn-it-up-i-cant-hear-it/


Caregivers of the Month!

Michelle Turvey

Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville 331-214-3272 Schedule a Consult Call

Google G Icon Download

4.7

About Us

Personalized,
Connected Home Care View All Services
Homewatch CareGivers of Naperville 331-214-3272 Schedule a Consult Call
Google G Icon Download
4.7
Personalized,
Connected Home Care
View All Services
Why Choose Us? Compassionate Home Care
Homewatch
CareGivers

Providing the highest quality of care at an affordable cost. Our local caregivers are trained, background-checked, and insured. This is our promise to you.

About Our Caregivers
  • We conduct annual background checks on all local caregivers.

  • We provide at least 12 hours annually of employee training.

  • We perform in-person Quality Assurance visits at least every 90 days.

  • We conduct satisfaction surveys to monitor the level of care provided.

Ready to Speak with an Expert?
Homewatch CareGivers is Here to Help.

Part of the Authority Brands Family

Authority Brands is the leading provider of in-home services, building brands that support the success of franchisees as well as better the lives of the homeowners we serve and the people we employ.