How 'Shine at Home' is Helping Seniors Stay Independent in Sarnia

In the latest episode of Fix It or List It, Realtors Brad and Carla put the spotlight on a Sarnia-based business that's making a big difference for seniors—Shine at Home.

Host Carla MacGregor welcomed Chris and Sabrina, who shared their love for the community and how their organization is helping older adults remain independent in their own homes.

Chris, who moved to Sarnia in 2001, called it “a great big neighbourhood,” contrasting it with Toronto, where he said people live in their neighbourhoods, not the city itself. Together, Sabrina and Chris have embraced the strong sense of community Sarnia offers.

That same community focus drives their work at Shine at Home, a seniors' home independence network. Founded in 2010, the business has proudly served Sarnia and Lambton County for 15 years, offering personalized services that enable seniors to age in place safely and with dignity.

“We’re more about fixing it than listing it,” says Chris, referring to the show’s theme of either renovating or selling a home.

Shine at Home helps people who want to stay where they are by offering tailored services, including:

• Housekeeping (a popular choice for those who've cleaned for decades and want to stop)

• Personal care provided by PSWs (morning routines, dressing, bathing)

• Care attendant services (meal prep, companionship, friendly visiting)

These services are especially helpful for couples where one spouse is a caregiver for the other, providing relief and ensuring the less-abled partner is never left alone.

With a team of over 25 staff members, Shine at Home is a testament to the power of compassionate, community-based care. “It’s the team that makes the difference,” says Sabrina, crediting their success to the dedication of their employees.

As the episode wrapped up, Carla reminded viewers to like and share the video (embedded above) and encouraged the community to reach out to Shine at Home at 519-336-9898.

For anyone thinking about aging in place or supporting a loved one who is, Shine at Home might just be the local answer.

For those thinking about selling or buying real estate, reach out to the pros – Brad and Carla.