Freedom Home Care

05/30/2026

🌧️ Rainy Day Facts for Our Seniors

Rainy days can be peaceful, but they also bring a few extra things to keep in mind. Especially for older adults. At Freedom Home Care, we make sure comfort and safety stay front and center.

🌧️ Fact 1 — Wet surfaces increase fall risk for seniors by up to 30%.
Extra caution on steps, driveways, and walkways makes a big difference.

🌧️ Fact 2 — Changes in barometric pressure can worsen joint pain.
A warm blanket, gentle movement, and staying indoors can help ease discomfort.

🌧️ Fact 3 — Rainy weather can affect mood and energy levels.
A cozy chat, a favorite show, or a warm drink can brighten the day.

🌧️ Fact 4 — Staying hydrated matters even on cool, rainy days.
Seniors often drink less when it’s not hot out, so gentle reminders help.

At Freedom Home Care, we’re here to bring comfort, connection, and safety, no matter the weather.

Call us today if you’re ready for compassionate, reliable care that works for you! 📞 603.738.1196

05/29/2026

Some moments in this work stay with you. I sat down for a game of Scrabble with a client, and between the tiles, the laughter, and the friendly competition, it reminded me how meaningful these simple moments can be. There’s something special about slowing down long enough to enjoy a game, share a story, or celebrate a clever word on the board.

Today, I’m grateful for moments like that. The ones that aren’t planned or fancy, but somehow end up being the highlight of this time. A handful of letter tiles, a warm conversation, and a quiet afternoon turned into something worth remembering.

Here’s to the little moments that make this work feel full. 🤍

05/28/2026

To his family, friends, and everyone who cherished him, our deepest sympathy.

Freedom Home Care joins you in remembering a life that meant so much.

View David Edmund Gravelle's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 5 tribute posts from the community.

05/28/2026

Thursday Facts with Freedom Home Care. ✨

05/27/2026

There’s nothing better than seeing a client settle back in at home, supported by a caring hand and a familiar routine. Healing feels different when comfort and compassion meet. 💙

05/26/2026

Spotlighting our Supervisor, Julie T. today!

Julie T. supports our caregivers, clients, and our team with patience, clarity, and a steady commitment to helping people feel confident in their work. She’s the person who takes the time to explain things fully, answer questions without hesitation, and make sure everyone feels supported, no matter how busy the day is.

Her laugh is warm and real. It’s the kind of laugh that makes the day feel a little easier and brings a bit of comfort into the room. There’s so much she handles throughout the day that people don’t always see, and it makes a real difference in how steady everything feels.

Julie brings heart, reliability, and a grounded sense of care to Freedom Home Care. She makes the everyday moments better just by being herself. Steady, kind, and present. We’re grateful for her, proud of her, and thankful every day for the way she shows up for this team.

When I asked Julie what Freedom Home Care meant to her, she said:
“It is about forming a bond built on trust and empathy, offering encouragement when spirits are low, and celebrating the simple victories that often go unnoticed. It is a guiding presence, a gentle hand, and a reassuring voice in moments of uncertainty.”

She deserves to feel the same support and appreciation she gives so freely to everyone around her.

So much love to you, Julie! 💙

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor someone whose service lives close to our hearts.

Army Master Sgt. Richard L. Ferguson, beloved family member of one of our own here at Freedom Home Care.

Master Sgt. Ferguson served with the Army’s 10th Special Forces Group and dedicated his life to military service. A career soldier, he deployed across the world, often carrying out missions that remained unspoken, held quietly and professionally, as so many in Special Forces do.

Before leaving for what would become his final deployment, he did something that speaks to the weight of his duty and the reality he understood all too well, he wrote a will and chose his burial plot, fully aware of the risks he faced and unwavering in his commitment to serve.

On March 30, 2004, at the age of 45, he was killed when the military vehicle he was riding in rolled over during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He understood the risks of his calling, yet he lived a full life beyond the uniform. A father, a husband, a history lover, a man who laughed easily, camped with his kids, and spent years tracing his family roots back generations.

His awards and decorations reflect a lifetime of courage, excellence, and sacrifice. They include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, NATO Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Master Parachutist Badge, Pathfinder Badge, and the Special Forces Tab.

His father once said, “He was military all the way. He did what he had to do.” Those words reflect a truth many families of service members know deeply: courage is not loud. It’s steady. It’s lived.

Today, we honor Master Sgt. Ferguson’s sacrifice, his service, and the family who carries his memory forward. His story is one of devotion, bravery, and love… and we hold it with deep respect.

May his memory be a blessing, and may we continue to honor him and all who have fallen in how we care for one another every day. 🇺🇸

— Julie‑Ann, Freedom Home Care

05/25/2026

Today, we pause.
Not for celebration, but for remembrance. For the men and women who never made it home, and for the families who carry their stories forward.

At Freedom Home Care, we hold deep gratitude for those who gave everything in service to this country. Their courage shapes the freedoms we live with every day, and their absence is felt in communities like ours across New Hampshire and beyond.

Those who have served carry an understanding the rest of us never fully will. A perspective shaped by sacrifice, service, and the weight of those who didn’t make it home.

May their memory be a blessing, and may we honor them not only today, but in how we care for one another all year long. 🇺🇸

Our office will be closed on Monday, 5/25, as we join our community in paying our respects to the fallen.
We will reopen Tuesday, 5/26 at 8am.

05/24/2026

As this quiet Sunday morning arrives, we’re holding space for both rest and remembrance.

Memorial Day Weekend is a time when many gather with family, enjoy the first real taste of summer, and also pause to honor those who gave their lives in service to our country.

Whether today looks like a peaceful moment at home, a visit with loved ones, or simply a breath of fresh air, we hope you find something grounding and good.

If you’re spending the day remembering someone special, or celebrating with family, we’d love to hear how your Sunday is unfolding.

Wishing you a gentle, meaningful day from all of us at Freedom Home Care NH.

05/23/2026

Memorial Day weekend is here, and the Lakes Region will be buzzing. If you’re traveling, boating, grilling, or just soaking up the sun, please stay safe and take care of each other.

Remember what this weekend is about.

Honoring those who served means living with intention and gratitude. 🇺🇸