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Learn About Our Professional Home Care Services
Agape is the perfect in-home care solution for those who want to maintain their independence and dignity by continuing to live in the comfort of their own homes.
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We provide Registered Home Care Aides to help with different activities that you or your loved ones may need throughout the day. Our services include light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and toileting assistance, and companionship.
Home care services are diffferent from home health and are not covered by your insurance. Call our office to discuss schedule and cost for our private home care services.
Non-Medical home care services assist a client who needs assistance with activities of daily living. These services allow the client to remain in their own residence and include, but are not limited to the below list.
We provide Registered Home Care Aides to help with different activities that you or your loved ones may need throughout the day. Our services include light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and toileting assistance, and companionship.
Non-Medical home care services assist a client who need assistance with activities of daily living. These services allow the client to remain in their own residence and include, but are not limited to, assistance with the following:
- Personal care
- Assistance with activities of daily living [bathing, dressing, grooming, continence care, ambulation, etc.]
- Medication reminders for self-administered medications
- Meal planning, preparation, and feeding assistance
- Light housekeeping
- Socialization
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When Is It Time For Home Care?
Unfortunately, most seniors find themselves struggling with various activities throughout the day. Here are a few signs that you or a loved one may be in need of home care services from Agape.
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Hospice care, when administered at the optimal juncture, offers patients the invaluable gift of time. It affords them the opportunity to come to terms with their diagnosis, relish moments of nostalgia, bid their farewells, and put their affairs in order.
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Home Care FAQ
There might be a lot of unknowns about Home Care for you. We want to help answer any questions you have.
What is Home Care or private care services?
Home Care involves non-medical support services that enable individuals, often seniors, to live safely and comfortably in their own homes. Services can range from companionship and meal preparation to assistance with daily living activities.
How does Home Care differ from Home Health?
While both services are provided in the home, Home Care focuses on non-medical assistance, such as help with bathing or cooking, whereas home health care delivers medical services like wound care or therapy.
Who can benefit from Home Care?
Individuals who need assistance with daily tasks, those recovering from surgeries or illnesses, seniors who wish to age in place, and even people who need companionship can benefit from home care.
How is Home Care paid for?
Home Care is often paid out-of-pocket, though long-term care insurance, certain Medicaid programs, and veterans’ benefits might cover some services.
Can I choose the caregiver who comes to my home?
Most reputable Home Care agencies will work with families to match caregivers based on specific needs, preferences, and compatibility.
How are Home Care caregivers vetted?
Reputable agencies typically perform background checks, reference checks, and provide training for their caregivers.
Can I determine the kind of services I receive and when I receive them?
Yes, services are typically customized based on individual needs, and schedules can be tailored to the client’s preferences.
Is there a minimum or maximum number of hours for service?
This varies by agency. Some may require a minimum number of hours per visit, while others offer live-in or 24-hour care.
What happens if my regular caregiver is sick or on vacation?
Most agencies have backup caregivers to ensure uninterrupted service.
Can Home Care services be temporary?
Absolutely. Some individuals use Home Care services for a short recovery period, while others might need long-term assistance.
Are Home Care services only for the elderly?
While often associated with seniors, Home Care can benefit anyone in need of non-medical assistance at home, irrespective of age.
How do I find a reputable Home Care agency?
Recommendations from healthcare providers, friends, or family, online reviews, and checking accreditation or state licensing can be helpful.
Can family members be hired as caregivers?
Some programs, especially certain Medicaid programs, might allow family members to be paid caregivers, though specific requirements and limitations exist.
How does Home Care support independence?
Home Care allows individuals to stay in a familiar environment, encourages self-care where possible, and provides assistance only in areas where it’s needed, promoting a sense of independence.
What if my needs change over time?
Home Care services are flexible and can be adjusted as an individual’s needs change, ensuring the right level of support is always available.
