Guidance For Families Caring For Someone They Love.
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What is home care?
Home care is non-medical support delivered in a person's own home to help with everyday activities of living — such as bathing, dressing, meals, companionship, housekeeping and transportation — so they can remain at home safely and comfortably. It is supportive care for daily living, not clinical or medical treatment.
What services can an in-home caregiver provide?
An in-home caregiver can provide personal care, help with activities of daily living, companion care, meal assistance, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands and shopping, transportation and escort, safety supervision, and respite care. The specific services are tailored to each person's needs.
What are activities of daily living?
Activities of daily living (ADLs) are the basic self-care tasks people do every day — bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring (moving from bed to chair), and continence care. Difficulty with these tasks often signals that someone may benefit from support at home.
What is companion care?
Companion care provides social and emotional support — conversation, shared activities and a familiar presence — to reduce loneliness and help older adults stay engaged with daily life at home. It focuses on connection rather than hands-on personal care.
What is respite care?
Respite care provides temporary support for a loved one so a family caregiver can rest, work, travel or handle other responsibilities. A caregiver steps in for a few hours, a day, or longer, helping prevent family caregiver burnout.
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