Friendly care for an independent life
If you or a loved one is struggling to keep up with the activities of daily life, we can help. From tidying around your home to assistance with grooming and shopping, our compassionate caregivers can help you safely maintain your independence in the comfort of home.
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Many take for granted the ability to accomplish life’s simple tasks, like bathing, remembering to take medications, or preparing meals. For those who are dealing with restrictive health issues, dementia, or physical limitations, our carefully matched professional caregivers can help.
As we age, many of us prefer to remain in our own homes, even when our physical or cognitive abilities aren’t as sharp as they once were. With our caregivers by their side, people can continue to enjoy their independence safely and confidently at home.
We understand the challenges of aging and know how to improve the lives of older adults through attentive, personal care. In addition to medication reminders and helping you get to doctor’s appointments, we can also help you to visit friends, shop for groceries, and keep your home environment safe from falling hazards.
Types of care we provide
Services vary by state.
Our experienced caregivers are specially trained to care for older adults who suffer from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia or memory loss. Managing behavioral changes, calming people during times of agitation and confusion, and making sure they’re safe from wandering are all key components of the care we provide.
Our attentive caregivers can help you or a loved one recover from a hospital stay and reduce the risk of rehospitalization. Along with transportation to and from the hospital, we offer in-home care services such as medication reminders, fall prevention strategies, and assistance in staying mobile after surgery. Care may also include preparing nutritious meals and helping with other personal care tasks to keep you comfortable.
Round-the-clock care allows older adults to avoid moving to an aged care facility, instead remaining at home comfortably and safely. Caregivers work in shifts with a schedule that ensures that you’ll see the same care team week in and week out. Our caregivers love providing this level of care because of the strong bonds they form with the people they care for, as well as the entire family.
Respite care can provide relief for the family members who provide much of the care for an older adult or a loved one with disabilities. We can also sit with a loved one during a hospital stay to provide companionship and monitor for safety. Our expert, attentive in-home care helps reduce the risk of falls and other accidents.
Many families are unaware of the home care benefits available to veterans and their spouses. We’re contracted with the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide in-home care to those who qualify, and we can help you take advantage of this program.
Companionship can be a wonderful way to enhance a loved one’s quality of life while improving their overall safety and well-being. Evidence shows that social interaction has a major, positive impact on health and longevity.
Sometimes the simplest things in life can become challenging. Our caregivers provide compassionate care and assistance with activities like bathing, dressing, and safely moving about, as well as reminding you or your loved one to take medications and attend appointments. During each visit, your caregiver will log the care they provide.
Our caregivers help your loved one enjoy a neat and tidy home as well as a nutritious diet. Our help with light housekeeping covers everything from changing linens and making beds to watering plants, shopping for groceries, handling laundry, and more.
Our caregivers provide transportation for doctor’s appointments, hospital visits, and even trips to the hairdresser. They can also help with grocery shopping, other errands, or any local outings for fun or stimulating activities.
Commonly asked questions
Every person is different. While many people remain independent well into their 80s, others need more help. Some things to look for when visiting an elderly loved one include: Is the house tidy? Do they have healthy groceries (not just frozen dinners)? Have you noticed any weight loss? Has personal hygiene declined? Are there any concerns with memory? These are only a few things to consider when you’re thinking about personal care assistance. A great resource is the person’s primary care physician, who will often be the first person to raise the idea of senior care management.
Personal care assistants cannot do anything that would be described as clinical or invasive. Most importantly, they cannot administer any medications. If someone requires insulin or other injections, they will need to self-administer or have a family member do so. Also, a caregiver should not be monitoring vitals such as blood sugar levels or blood pressure.
Whether or not Medicare will pay for personal care assistance depends on the type of help that is needed. If your doctor has prescribed clinical help that would be administered by a registered nurse, physical therapist, or occupational therapist, this qualifies as home health care, which Medicare will cover. While you’re under the care of an in-home clinician, a home health aide, or other caregiver, this can be assigned under Medicare coverage for bathing and certain other types of personal care.
Medicare will not pay for help with daily living activities such as non-prescribed personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, or housekeeping. The typical insurance that does cover these services is long-term care insurance, which is privately purchased. Some Medicare Advantage plans also cover in-home personal care. You can check whether you qualify for care through workers’ compensation insurance, veterans benefits, or other government programs.
Yes, we do provide personal care assistance for those living in assisted living facilities. We first arrange a meeting to conduct a thorough assessment and develop a care management plan. This is to fully understand what activities you’d like to have completed, and to get a sense of what kind of personality would work best for your situation. After this is completed, we’ll match you with a caregiver. If at any time you’d like to change your caregiver, this can easily be arranged.
Hourly costs for personal care assistance vary by region and by the level of care required. You can download a document here that provides detailed information on senior care costs and various ways to help manage them. You can also speak with a member of our care team who can provide additional information. If you receive services through community care, the government agency is billed directly.
Managing the cost of eldercare
Personal care services are nonmedical, so clients generally pay out of pocket unless they are covered by long-term care insurance, workers’ compensation, or Medicare Advantage plans. Some families may qualify for in-home care covered by Medicaid or other government-financed community care or veterans’ programs, often as an alternative to nursing homes. To learn more, please download our useful guide.
Tools and resources
Long-term care can cost $80,000 or more annually for an elderly nursing home resident, depending on where you live. This cost exceeds the expectations and financial resources of most Americans. This guide has been created to help you understand eldercare costs and provide practical tips when researching care for your loved ones. Once the basic facts about the costs and resources are understood, you can further explore specific local care options.
Because older adults are susceptible to falling, our caregivers are trained to be highly attentive to common risk factors. It is useful for family members and others to know these eight basic ways to help prevent falls.
When caring for older adults who have memory loss and confusion, professional caregivers are trained to remain patient and compassionate while dealing with persistent communication challenges. Here are seven guidelines, which may be useful for family members.
A contracted partnership with the Veteran’s Administration (VA) allows us to provide non-medical personal care to veterans who qualify. The VA offers two programs that veterans can apply for in order to receive home care benefits. This document can help you understand whether you qualify, and provides resources to find out more.
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