At SmithLife Homecare, we believe that independence is not about doing everything alone, it’s about having the freedom to live life on your own terms, with the right support behind you.
For older adults, the idea of independence often means staying in their own homes, keeping up with cherished routines, and making choices that reflect their values. But as daily tasks become more challenging, independence can feel at risk unless the right kind of care steps in to help.
That’s where SmithLife Homecare makes all the difference.
Empowering Clients to Live at Home – Comfortably and Confidently
We provide compassionate, personalized care that helps clients remain safe, supported, and engaged right where they’re most comfortable. Whether it’s assistance with bathing and dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, or just a companion for conversation, our services are built to support, not replace, daily independence.
Our caregivers are trained not just to help, but to listen, to encourage, and to promote autonomy at every turn.
Independence Isn’t Only Physical – It’s Emotional and Social Too
Loneliness and isolation can be as limiting as physical challenges. At SmithLife, we believe emotional well-being is a vital part of staying independent. That’s why we match clients with caregivers who provide companionship, conversation, and meaningful social connection, creating moments of joy and restoring confidence.
A Team-Based Approach to Independence
Through our Continuum of Care model and weekly Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings, we review care plans, track changes in condition, and respond proactively. This collaborative approach ensures that each client receives the right care at the right time, and that their evolving needs are met with flexibility and compassion.
Celebrating Independence All Year Long
Every day is an opportunity to celebrate the independence of those we serve. Whether it’s helping someone continue their morning coffee ritual, encouraging a walk in the garden, or supporting their choices in care, we honor what matters most to each individual.
This July, and every month, we’re proud to be a trusted partner in helping older adults live with dignity, safety, and the freedom to thrive at home.
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About the Author-
Delores Clearfield
Senior Director | Advocate | Educator in Aging Services
Delores Clearfield is a passionate and accomplished leader in aging services, with a career dedicated to improving outcomes for older adults through education, advocacy, and collaborative care. As Senior Director of SmithLife Homecare, Delores brings vision and compassion to her work bridging clinical care, community outreach, and resource navigation across the senior care spectrum.
With more than 20 years of experience, Delores has led regional marketing, sales, and partnership initiatives for a variety of senior living and home care organizations. Her strength lies in building relationships across healthcare systems, nonprofits, and community stakeholders to ensure that older adults and their families receive the guidance and support they need to age with dignity.
A Certified Dementia Practitioner, Delores is widely recognized for her role in developing impactful educational programs, leading caregiver support initiatives, and speaking at professional conferences on topics such as care navigation, dementia awareness, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Delores currently serves on multiple advisory and planning committees, including Inova Health’s Social Determinants of Health group, the Northern Virginia Older Adult Stakeholders Coalition, and the Maryland American Case Management Association. She is also a founding leader of Planning for Senior Life’s Montgomery County Chapter, where she champions proactive aging and resource accessibility.
Her work is rooted in a simple belief: that knowledge empowers better care, and that every older adult deserves to be seen, heard, and supported on their aging journey.