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The #1 Complaint in Home Care—And How Safeway Is Turning It Into Our Boldest Promise

Caregiver inconsistency is the #1 complaint in home care—and one of the most disruptive to trust and well-being. Here’s how Safeway turns this industry-wide problem into our boldest promise: consistent, relationship-based care.


When the Roles Reverse: Supporting Parents Without Taking Over

As parents age, the instinct to step in and protect can be strong — but it’s not always sustainable or supportive. In today’s post, we explore how Safeway’s relationship-based in-home care helps families across the Twin Cities provide meaningful support without overwhelming themselves or…


Summer in the Twin Cities: Tips to Keep Older Adults Safe and Active

Discover summer events and safety tips for older adults in the Twin Cities - and how Safeway helps seniors stay active, connected, and cared for.


When Every Minute Matters: Tackling the Most Stressful Complaint in Home Care

Caregiver no-shows are the second most common complaint in home care - and one of the most emotionally damaging. Here’s how Safeway solves the issue with dependable, timely care built on trust.


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Why Hire a Homecare Agency When I Can Just Do It Myself?

n the era of “Do It Yourself” (DIY), it’s tempting to wonder: “Why can’t I just hire my neighbor’s kid to help with my mom’s care?” On the surface, it sounds appealing: cheaper, simpler, more personal. But let’s break it down carefully. Because while you may save some upfront costs, the hidden…


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Thank You, Gene Hackman, We Will Do Better

Have you ever run into a movie star and not even realized it? I did, and it changed me. I was walking through the arroyos of Santa Fe with my mom, the red dust kicking up beneath our feet, the piñon trees casting slow shadows across the trail. A friendly couple passed by with their dogs. We smiled,…


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Healing Power of Music for Loved Ones

My grandfather was a lifelong band director in Burnsville, Minnesota, a man whose life was deeply entwined with music. During our long road trips together, just a few opening notes of a band piece could transform him. His memory would spring to life, he could instantly recall the composer, the…


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Reframing Joy: Our Loved Ones

Take a moment with me. Put your screen down, close your eyes, and think of your favorite activity. Maybe it’s scrolling your phone in bed, cooking for loved ones, swimming laps, or playing a round of golf on one of Minnesota’s prime golf courses. Picture yourself doing it, fully immersed, full of…


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Aging at Home: Practical Strategies to Stay Independent

One of the great things about living in Minnesota, aside from the four distinct seasons and the good cheer of our neighbors, is that we have world-class healthcare right here at home. The Mayo Clinic, based in Rochester, is often considered the gold standard in medical care.


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Introducing Signature Care: A New Chapter in Homecare

Not as something to fear, or avoid, or hide behind euphemisms. But as something to honor. To adapt into. To live fully through. At Safeway Home Healthcare, we’ve spent years helping Minnesotans remain in the homes and communities they love. And over time, a question kept surfacing from families,…


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Trauma and Keo, a Licensed Clinical Counselor

Cultural stigma, misunderstanding, language barriers, financial constraints, and social isolation often result in significant impediments to African immigrants seeking mental health services in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.


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Dr. Abe: A Mental Health Leader for a Community in Need

Whether new arrivals, permanent residents, or naturalized citizens, African immigrants in the Twin Cities area often encounter obstacles when it comes to addressing mental health concerns and seeking professional care in a new cultural and social context. We sat down with Dr. Abe Gebeyehu, a…


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Emeldah: The Strength It Takes to Seek Mental Health Help

Emeldah Mwansa is a 68-year-old mother of three adult children and four grandchildren from Zambia in Central Africa. She shared her story with us at Safeway, and we are proud to tell you about her outstanding journey as an African immigrant and mother to children who benefit from Adult…


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3 Mental Health Voices in the Twin Cities Immigrant Community

For many years, the United States has been a destination for individuals seeking better opportunities and those escaping oppressive conditions in their countries of origin. While the journey of relocation can offer the promise of a brighter future, it often brings forth a unique set of challenges,…


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Supporting Developmental Disabilities in the Twin Cities

In the heart of Minnesota, something important is happening in the communities of Roseville, St. Paul, Minneapolis, and the surrounding Twin Cities area. People are becoming more aware of the need to support and include individuals with developmental disabilities. In this article, we want to…


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Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Near Me: A Safeway Home Healthcare Approach in the Twin Cities

Alzheimer’s disease and dementia significantly impact memory, thinking, and behavior, affecting millions in the U.S., including many in Roseville, St. Paul, Minneapolis, and the broader Twin Cities area. Safeway Home Healthcare, a leading provider of in-home care, is dedicated to supporting…


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Respite Care Benefits for Twin Cities Caregivers

Minneapolis, St. Paul and surrounding cities are outstanding metropolitan areas many families call home. Statistics show that while the area is growing and thriving, there is an increasingly aging population throughout our Twin Cities.


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Community Living: Rachel’s Journey – Part 2

Rachel’s journey is marked by resilience and a love for cooking that her beloved grandmother had instilled in her from a young age. Her grandmother’s recent passing at 97 left a void in Rachel’s heart but ignited a spark to carry on her culinary legacy. If you haven’t already, be sure to read Part…


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Community First Services And Supports (CFSS)

Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) is an innovative self-directed program designed by the state of Minnesota to offer more choice, control, and flexibility for individuals who require home care services. Safeway Home Healthcare is proud to provide CFSS services through the agency model,…


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Community Living: Introducing “Small Batch Goodies”

A cloudy afternoon, with a promising chance of rain, has not detoured many happy customers to Rachel’s tent on a Tuesday afternoon in hot July. Rachel’s purple tent sits in the parking lot of North Hennepin Community College;


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