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Prairie Sage Rooms 2&3

There's No Place Like Home: Planning to Age Safely at Home

Nearly 90% of seniors say they want to stay in their own homes as they age — but most families haven't planned for what that takes. In this discussion-based session, Kristin Dahlquist covers the essentials every family should know: the difference between home care and home health care and how to choose the right provider, the everyday realities of "Sandwich Generation" caregivers balancing aging parents and their own families, and how to start "the conversation" with a loved one before a crisis forces it. You'll leave knowing the five most common home safety pitfalls, the remodeling and technology solutions that keep seniors independent, and where to find resources for the caregiving journey.

About Kristin Dahlquist

Kristin Dahlquist is the owner of Home Instead offices in Denver and Fort Collins, where she leads teams that provide personalized home care to more than 700 seniors and their families across Colorado each month. With a Doctorate of Social Work from the University of Southern California and a Master of Public Health from The Ohio State University, Kristin combines academic expertise with hands-on leadership to advance quality, compassionate senior care.

Under her leadership, Home Instead Denver was recognized for innovation in dementia respite care through partnerships with CMS GUIDE Program and Alzheimer's grant funding. Kristin also serves on the executive committee of the Parkinson Association of the Rockies, helping to improve resources and support for families impacted by Parkinson's disease.

In 2025, Kristin was honored by the Denver Business Journal as one of its Outstanding Women in Business, reflecting her commitment to building strong teams, strengthening community partnerships, and raising the standard of care for older adults.