The holiday season is often filled with joy, gratitude and togetherness. But for families caring for aging loved ones, it can also bring overwhelming stress. Between shopping, cooking and logistics, the responsibilities of caregiving and gathering relatives can make it difficult for families to fully enjoy the season.
That’s where Home Helpers Home Care of Troy steps in. The team of caregivers offers compassionate and reliable support that enables seniors to stay at home, or provide trusted care while at gatherings, giving families the gift of peace of mind. Clients are given a safe and affordable way to remain active and independent in their home, retirement community, nursing home, rehabilitation center and more.
“The holidays are one of the most stressful times of year,” says Randall Morris, owner of Home Helpers Home Care of Troy. “When a family member is caregiving, they stop being a daughter or a spouse and instead take on that caregiver role. We allow families to get back to what their role is in the family. Sometimes that’s as simple as providing respite care for a few hours so a daughter can be a daughter again.”
From part-time assistance to 24/7 coverage, the team provides non-medical care tailored to each family’s needs. That flexibility is especially valuable during the holidays, when family gatherings can highlight both the joys and the challenges of caring for an aging parent or spouse.
Home Helpers’ Marketing Coordinator Kathleen Lawrence has seen the difference firsthand.
“Caring for a loved one is tremendously hard, but during the holidays, when everything feels overwhelming, it helps to have a third-party caregiver who can be that stress reliever and a ray of sunshine,” she says. “It allows families to realize, ‘I don’t have to do this alone, and I shouldn’t be doing this alone.’”
Based in Bloomfield Hills, Home Helpers Home Care of Troy serves families across Southeast Michigan — including Troy, Bloomfield Township, Pontiac, Clinton Township and West Bloomfield. The company’s wide range of services includes personal care, meal preparation, transportation, wellness checks and around-the-clock coverage when needed.
“We are a 24/7 operation,” Morris says. “Even if I can’t answer immediately, my cell phone is always on. Families know they’re not alone.”
This commitment to availability can be especially meaningful during the holiday season, when unexpected needs often arise. Whether it’s driving a client to a medical appointment, preparing a festive meal together or simply offering companionship and assistance during family gatherings, caregivers step in to make life easier.
Both Morris and Lawrence see their work as more than a job; it’s a calling.
Morris began his career in cardiac rehabilitation before spending nearly 30 years in manufacturing leadership. When his stepfather was diagnosed with dementia, Morris witnessed the strain it placed on his mother. That personal journey inspired him to pursue a more fulfilling path in home care.
“This work gives me fulfillment that goes beyond making a living,” he says.
Lawrence’s caregiving journey began at home.
“I was always the one taking family members to the grocery store or helping them around the house,” she says. “As a mother of four sons, two with disabilities, I know firsthand how important reliable support is. That’s why I connect so deeply with families going through the same thing.”
She adds: “There’s something about the integrity of this company that appealed to me. Randall goes above and beyond to make sure clients and caregivers are treated fairly, with dignity and respect.”
Tips for Families This Holiday Season
Lawrence encourages families to simplify holiday traditions so seniors can participate without feeling overwhelmed.
“Do little things,” she says. “A craft, writing cards or just quiet time together. Take it slow, and remember that the holidays are about gratitude and connection, not pressure.”
Morris adds, “It’s okay to let go and let somebody else help. Our caregivers are trained, experienced and passionate. By stepping in, we allow families to focus on creating positive memories rather than feeling overwhelmed.”
As Home Helpers Home Care of Troy looks to the new year, the focus remains on helping more people while maintaining high standards of care. Every caregiver is carefully chosen, trained and supported so that families can trust the quality of service their loved ones receive.
“We’re not just here to provide services — we’re problem-solvers,” Morris says. “Sometimes families don’t even know the right questions to ask. We help define the problem, provide the right resources and support them every step of the way.”
For families navigating caregiving during the holidays, Home Helpers Home Care of Troy offers more than assistance. They provide comfort, relief, and the chance to focus on what truly matters: spending meaningful time together.
HOLIDAY CARE TIPS FROM HOME HELPERS
Make the season brighter for everyone.
- Take it slow. Seniors can get overstimulated by the hustle and bustle — choose small, meaningful activities.
- Create calm moments. Card writing, simple crafts or looking through photo albums can be more enjoyable than large events.
- Share the load. Use respite care so family caregivers can rest and enjoy the holiday as sons, daughters or spouses again.
- Focus on gratitude. Keep the holidays centered on connection and thankfulness rather than schedules or obligations.