Understanding Home Care

What home care really is

Personalized help that lets your loved one stay in the home they love.

The basics

What home care is

Home care is professional, non-medical support for someone who wants assistance with daily living in their own home. A Caregiver can assist with everyday routines that have become difficult to manage alone.

It is everyday assistance, not medical treatment. That can include bathing and dressing, meals and snacks, light housekeeping, companionship, and other non-medical support included in the Care Plan.

Care can look different from one family to the next. The schedule and Care Plan are shaped around assessed needs, and the Care Plan can be reviewed when those needs change.

Why it helps

Why families choose home care

01

Staying in the home they love

Home is where the memories and routines live. Home care lets your loved one age in the place that feels like theirs, surrounded by what is familiar.

02

One-on-one attention

Care is focused entirely on your loved one. The Caregiver learns their preferences, their pace, and the small things, like how they take their coffee.

03

Independence, kept intact

We assist with what is difficult and step back from what is not, so your loved one keeps doing what they can, their own way, on their own schedule.

04

More room for family time

Non-medical home care can share part of the daily caregiving responsibilities, giving family members more room to spend time together in the ways that matter to them.

05

More reassurance for the family

Having scheduled support in place can give family members more visibility into the daily routine. Our team also stays in communication about the Care Plan.

06

Less isolation

Companionship, shared activities, and outings keep your loved one engaged instead of spending long days alone.

07

Built around the whole person

Good care is more than tasks. We pay attention to how your loved one feels and what keeps them engaged, alongside the daily tasks in the Care Plan.

08

Care that can change with them

Needs can change over time. The Care Plan can be reviewed and updated when the type or amount of assistance needs to change.

Is it time?

Signs it may be time to consider help

01

Daily living has become more difficult

Bathing, cooking, or keeping up with everyday routines has become more difficult. You may notice missed meals, clutter, or changes in personal care.

02

There are new safety concerns

A fall, a near miss, unsteady walking, or changes around the home may be signs that more assistance with daily living is worth considering.

03

Family caregiving has become difficult to manage

The responsibilities may be becoming difficult to manage without extra support, or you may live too far away to provide the daily assistance that is needed.

04

Coming home after surgery or a hospital stay

Your loved one may need non-medical assistance with mobility, meals, personal care, and other daily routines while they settle back in at home.

05

Memory changes are affecting daily living

Changes in memory or routine may mean your loved one could benefit from more companionship, assistance with daily living, and Care-Plan-guided support at home.

06

You would rather plan ahead

Some families start with light non-medical support so a Care Plan and visit routine are already in place if needs change later.

Common questions

Questions families ask first

How much does care cost?

Cost depends on the type of care, schedule, hours, and your loved one’s needs. The next step after the phone consultation is an in-home assessment, and final pricing is confirmed once we have enough information to build the Care Plan.

How do I know if it is time?

If daily living is becoming more difficult, there are new safety concerns, or family caregivers need more support, non-medical home care may be worth considering. A free phone consultation is a good place to talk through what is happening at home.

What if my loved one is unsure about home care?

It can take time to get comfortable with a new routine or a new person in the home. We listen to your loved one’s preferences, explain the Care Plan clearly, and consider needs, schedule, preferences, and personality when assigning Caregivers.

What if their needs change?

The Care Plan can be reviewed when needs, capabilities, schedules, or circumstances change. Any changes to care are discussed and coordinated based on the updated Care Plan and schedule.

How soon can care begin?

After the free phone consultation, the next step is an in-home assessment. Once the Care Plan and final pricing are confirmed, start timing depends on care needs and schedule.

Getting started

How it works, in three steps

01

Start with a free phone consultation

We learn about your loved one’s needs, answer your initial questions, and follow up within 24 hours.

02

Complete the in-home assessment

The next step is an in-home assessment so we can understand routines, preferences, capabilities, needs, and the home environment before the Care Plan and final pricing are confirmed.

03

Coordinate care at home

Once the Care Plan and pricing are confirmed, we coordinate care around the Care Plan and schedule. This is a Care Plan that can be reviewed as needs change.

Think home care might help?

A free phone consultation is the first step. We will learn about your loved one’s needs, answer initial questions, and explain the in-home assessment that comes next.

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