Sedgebrook at Home

10/13/2026

Every Journey Deserves a Helping Hand.

Discover how Sedgebrook at Home can help you navigate everyday life while maintaining your independence.

10/06/2026

🎃 Trick or Treat… Home Care Edition! 👻🍂
Home care may not be what you think! From companionship and outings to everyday support and even a helping hand with your furry friend 🐾, sometimes a little help is all it takes to keep doing the things you love.
At Sedgebrook at Home, we believe in support that fits your life. 💚

09/25/2026

Caregiving is an act of love — but it can also bring exhaustion, guilt, grief, and changing relationships. 💚

This thoughtful article, “Grief’s Many Faces,” is a meaningful reminder that caregivers need support too.

At Sedgebrook at Home, we can step in with companionship, personal assistance, escorts, meal support, and respite — giving family caregivers time to rest, recharge, or simply be a spouse, daughter, son, or friend again.

📖 Take a few minutes to read the article, https://chicagocaregiving.com/griefs-many-faces/?mc_cid=514458bd93&mc_eid=1fab968afc and remember: you don’t have to do it all alone.

How caregivers navigate guilt and loss when their caregiving responsibilities end.

08/19/2026

💜 Dementia Care That Starts With the Person

At Sedgebrook at Home, specialized dementia support is more than completing a training course—it’s about understanding the person behind the diagnosis.

Our team is trained in LCS Heartfelt Connections – A Memory Care Program®, a person-centered approach to dementia care that focuses on each resident’s abilities, life story, routines, preferences, interests, and needs.

Because our caregivers are part of the Sedgebrook community, they can also help residents stay connected to the life happening around them—from familiar faces and favorite activities to meals, programs, walks, and meaningful social opportunities.

❤️ Familiar routines
❤️ Meaningful engagement
❤️ Support for remaining abilities
❤️ Caregivers who understand our community
❤️ Collaboration with families and Sedgebrook teams

Our goal isn’t simply to provide care. It’s to help each resident feel known, supported, connected, and at home.

Supportive Care with the Comfort of Home.

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08/18/2026

💙 Giving Back to Our Community! 💙
Sedgebrook at Home is proud to donate adult incontinence supplies to Keeping Families Covered, helping provide essential products to individuals and families in our community who need them most.

Sometimes the items that make the biggest difference are the everyday necessities that don’t always get talked about. We’re happy to help support dignity, comfort, and independence — one donation at a time. 💙

A big thank you to Keeping Families Covered for the important work they do in our community!

08/03/2026

🎉🎓 Congratulations, Mimi! 🎓🎉

Today we're celebrating a very special milestone! Please join us in congratulating Mimi on earning her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license! 🌟

Watching our caregivers grow and achieve their dreams is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do. Mimi has shown incredible dedication, compassion, and perseverance throughout her journey, and we couldn't be prouder to have been a part of it.

At Sedgebrook at Home, we believe caregiving is more than a job—it's the beginning of an amazing career in healthcare. Many of our caregivers are students pursuing nursing and other healthcare professions, and we're proud to offer the flexibility and support that helps make those dreams possible.

Mimi, thank you for the compassionate care you've provided to our residents along the way. We know you're going to make an outstanding nurse, and we can't wait to see all you'll accomplish next.

💙 Congratulations, Mimi! Your Sedgebrook at Home family is incredibly proud of you! 💙

👏 Help us congratulate Mimi in the comments below!

08/03/2026

🎓💙 From Caregiver to Nurse—Congratulations! 💙🎓

Today we're celebrating an incredible milestone!

Congratulations to Deylan on graduating from nursing school! 🎉

Watching your journey from compassionate caregiver to nurse has been inspiring. Throughout your time at Sedgebrook at Home, you've shown kindness, dedication, and a genuine passion for caring for others. We have no doubt those same qualities will make you an outstanding nurse.

We are especially proud to support caregivers who are pursuing their dreams while continuing to make a difference in the lives of our residents. Your hard work and determination are an inspiration to all of us.

Congratulations on this amazing accomplishment—we're honored to have been a part of your journey and can't wait to see all the lives you'll impact in your nursing career!

💙 Please help us congratulateDeylan in the comments! 👏

07/31/2026

🏕️ Camp Sedgebrook was a success! ☀️
Today we traded our desks for camp vibes, great food, lots of laughs, and time together as a team! From Portillo's and ice cream to friendship bracelets and fun memories, it was the perfect way to celebrate the amazing people who make Sedgebrook such a special place.

To our incredible Sedgebrook at Home team—thank you for the compassion, dedication, and heart you bring to our residents every single day. ❤️
Here's to teamwork, laughter, and another great year together!

07/23/2026

🎉 We're excited to share some wonderful news!

Our Director, Erica Schaefer, was recently featured in the Caregiving Expert Roundtable in the upcoming Chicago Caregiving Summer/Fall 2026 issue! Her article can be found on page 38.

At Sedgebrook at Home, we're committed to staying at the forefront of senior care and sharing knowledge that helps older adults and their families thrive. We're proud to see our team's passion and expertise recognized!

Take a look at the digital issue here:
https://chicagocaregiving.com/print-magazine/caregiving-magazine-summer-fall-2026/

Congratulations, Erica! 💙

07/10/2026

Update: We had about 80 people attend and raised over $4400 for the Alzheimer’s Association! Thank you to everyone who came out! If you would still like to contribute, scan the QR code to donate. The funds go directly to the Alzheimer’s Association.

⛳💜 PUTT FOR A PURPOSE! 💜⛳
Grab your friends, family, neighbors, and golf buddies and join us for an afternoon of fun while supporting an incredible cause!
🏌️ Mini-Golf Fore a Cause
📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Par-King Skill Golf | Lincolnshire, IL
For just a $30 donation, you'll enjoy:
⛳ 18 holes at the legendary Par-King Skill Golf
🎉 A 19th Hole After Party at Radford Green
🍹 Refreshments
🎁 Silent Auction
💜 The opportunity to support the Alzheimer's Association
Every swing helps provide hope for the millions of individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's disease.
How it works:
1️⃣ Donate $30 through our fundraising page
2️⃣ Arrive at Par-King on July 9
3️⃣ Tell them you're with the Radford Green Fundraiser
4️⃣ Have fun knowing you're making a difference!
🎟️ Space is limited, so don't wait!
🔗 Donate Here:
https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk?px=21554151&pg=personal&fr_id=19597
💜 Whether you're a mini-golf champion or just in it for the refreshments, we'd love to see you there!