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03/12/2026

We would love to connect and offer more information about our Concierge services. Reach out to us and get scheduled for a free consultation https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/ce59e0d6

02/12/2026

Love Is a Verb
February is the month we talk about love—but real love isn't just about flowers and chocolates. Real love shows up and says "I'm here to help." It coordinates rides to appointments, organizes meals, and makes sure no one faces hard times alone.
At WhatFriendsDo, we've seen love in action thousands of times. We've watched communities rally around families facing medical crises, new babies, grief, and life's unexpected turns. And here's what we know for sure: love is practical.

When You Love Someone, You Show Up
But showing up can be complicated. You want to help, but you don't want to intrude. You want to offer support, but you're not sure what's needed. That's where care coordination comes in—turning good intentions into meaningful action.

This Valentine's Season: Give the Gift of Support
Whether someone you love is facing a challenge now or you want to be ready when they need it most, here are two ways to show you care:

🎁 Buy a Gift Certificate - Give the gift of coordinated care. Perfect for new parents, families facing medical situations, or anyone navigating a major life transition.
💝 Valentine's Special: 14% off gift certificates through February 14th - Use code LOVE2026
📋 Set Up a Care Page - It takes just minutes to create a free page where friends and family can see what's needed and sign up to help. No more guessing, no more overwhelming group chats—just organized, meaningful support.

Because Love Means Never Having to Face It Alone
When hard times come—and they come for all of us—having a community ready to help makes all the difference. WhatFriendsDo makes it easy for that community to coordinate, communicate, and show up in the ways that matter most.

This February, let's redefine love as action. Let's make sure nobody navigates life's challenges alone.

02/11/2026

Connection isn't a luxury—it's essential. 💛

Especially during major life transitions, we need each other more than ever. But let's be honest:
-Asking for help feels hard.
-Knowing what help you need feels overwhelming.
-And offering support? Sometimes we just don't know where to start.

This is exactly why WhatFriendsDo Care Concierge exists.

Over the years, we've walked alongside 50,000+ families through every kind of life transition—cancer diagnoses, new babies, aging parents, grief, recovery, and everything in between.

Here's what we've learned:
People don't lack the desire to help or be helped. They lack the system to make it happen.

Our Care Concierge service coordinates the practical support that allows people to focus on what matters most during life's hardest moments.

Whether it's for you, a friend, your employees, clients, or patients—we're here to help.

Because asking for help isn't a sign of weakness. It's a sign of strength.

Let's talk about how WhatFriendsDo can support your community.

Drop a message or comment below.

01/29/2026

Two days left.

The world feels impossibly heavy right now. But people are still getting sick. Loved ones still need help. And human connection matters more than ever.

I've heard from so many of you this month who said, "I am so glad to. know about this" or "This is exactly what my friend needs right now."

If someone comes to mind—a coworker going through treatment, a neighbor caring for aging parents, a friend juggling too much—this is your reminder.

50% off Care Concierge ends Saturday, January 31st | Code: WELCOME

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01/20/2026

When your friend gets diagnosed with cancer, you want to help.
When your coworker's parent has a stroke, you want to do something meaningful.

When someone you love is overwhelmed by a health crisis or major life transition, casseroles and "let me know if you need anything" just don't cut it.

Here's what actually helps:
Taking the coordination off their plate. Giving them a care coordinator who handles meals, rides, updates, childcare—all the details that are drowning them right now.

That's what a WhatFriendsDo Concierge Care Coordination gift certificate does.
Be the friend who knows how to help when it matters.

Purchase now at 50% off (code WELCOME through Jan 31) and gift it anytime through 2026. Valid for one full year.
👉 https://whatfriendsdo.com/home/pricing

Limited time pricing packages:

Care Team Setup: $37.50
3 Months Support: $141
6 Months Support: $250

Be ready for when someone you love needs this.

01/07/2026

We've been working on something special. ✨

For years, you've used WhatFriendsDo to organize meals, rides, and support for friends going through hard times. And it's been beautiful to watch.

But here's what we've learned: sometimes life gets SO overwhelming, you don't even know where to start.

That's why we created WhatFriendsDo Concierge Care Coordination.

Think of it as your personal advocate—someone who knows exactly what to do when you don't.

🤝 We start with a real conversation about YOUR needs
📋 Your care coordinator handles all the details
💛 Weekly check-ins so you're never alone in this

The platform you love is still here. But now when things get really complicated, you have professional support too.
FRIENDS SPECIAL (through Jan 31st):
50% off with code WELCOME

Whether you need this now or want it ready for the future, or know someone who needs support, let's talk.

Use WhatFriendsDo to simplify coordinating help & support for a friend in need. Help by providing meals, transportation, errands or sending a meaningful gift.

12/03/2025

As the winter holiday season starts, here are a few tips and reminders for helping those who might be experiencing the holidays differently this year: https://blog.whatfriendsdo.com/5-tips-for-helping-a-friend-who-is-struggling-this-holiday-season/

1. Meet them where they are
2. Don't ask them how they are doing
3. Check in regularly
4. Be specific in ways that you can help or support them
5. Invite them along

Article written by Aimee Kandrac As we head into the holiday season, it's important to remember that when people are going through a major life event, the holidays might not look or feel like they have in previous years. I know a year ago, the holidays for me were at

07/22/2025

Join WhatFriendsDo for our Summer Gratitude Series!☀️
Celebrate the love that lifts us up and comment your favorite moments of support. 💬👇

05/05/2025

Kitchen Chats: Empty Nesting & Living Alone - Episode Summary
This episode of Kitchen Chats features host Aimee Kandrac and her friend Shannon McClellan Cohen discussing the multifaceted experience of empty nesting and living alone. They share their personal journeys of navigating the transition as their children went off to college, highlighting the initial strangeness of a quieter house and the adjustment to new routines. The conversation touches on relatable topics such as the changed grocery shopping habits, the shift in knowing their children's whereabouts, and the challenge of moving from active parenting to a more supportive role.
Aimee and Shannon also delve into the social dynamics of being in a different life stage than some friends, the unique experience of adult children returning home, and practical tips for those newly navigating an empty nest or solo living. These tips include managing phone settings for emergencies, establishing emergency contact protocols, understanding legal documents like medical power of attorney, and navigating college-related access. They also explore the spectrum of ongoing parental involvement and share humorous anecdotes about the differences in moving their children into college. Ultimately, the episode offers a warm and insightful look at the adjustments, challenges, and unexpected perks of this significant life transition, emphasizing the importance of self-care and community support.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whatfriendsdo-kitchen-chats/id1652821261

03/24/2025

Thanks to a kind friend for sharing these great recipes. What are your go-tos?

https://cooking.nytimes.com/68861692-nyt-cooking/112037696-comfort-dishes-recipes?smtyp=cur&smid=fb-nytimes&fbclid=IwY2xjawJOZD9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVA97tNOTSAt-IdgQ3svMkARluOCvvTvLaHNnU0J1T9Nk_UN5XMPsdzQeg_aem_hyftp4VqqS3N7MGiP-L1PQ

These are the recipes our editors and writers make for their loved ones in need of some extra comfort and nourishment. Learn more about why we chose these dishes.

03/23/2025

Join host, Aimee Kandrac as she engages in conversation with school counselor and owner of Interactions, LLC, Samantha Franklin, to talk about normalizing the choice of retreating after a major life event takes place. This episode covers everything from communication challenges and boundaries, to showing support when others are retreating.

Be sure to catch this latest episode on your favorite podcast platform, or for easy access you can find it here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/retreating-after-a-major-event/id1652821261?i=1000699985834

03/21/2025

Host Aimee Kandrac and Dr. Samantha Franklin about the importance of allowing oneself to retreat after major life events.

They discuss the importance of being mindful of boundaries and avoiding unsolicited advice or intrusions. They place emphasis on the value of simple gestures, such as sending books or gift cards for massages, as ways to show support without overwhelming the individual.

The conversation touches on the nature of grief, acknowledging that it can arise from various life events, not just death. They discuss the importance of allowing oneself and others ample time to grieve and process emotions.

The speak on the difficulties of navigating social interactions while grieving.
The importance of listening:
The importance of listening to the verbal and non-verbal cues of others.
The importance of whole body listening.
The importance of boundaries:
Respecting others boundaries.
Creating and maintaining personal boundaries.

You can hear the episode now at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/retreating-after-a-major-event/id1652821261?i=1000699985834
or on your favorite podcast platform.