Home care is appropriate whenever a person prefers to stay at home but needs ongoing care that cannot easily or effectively be provided solely by family and friends.  More and more seniors are electing to live independently in the comfort of their own home and are receiving home care services, as their physical capabilities diminish. 

 

Typical Services:

 

Non-Medical:

• Medication Management

• Incontinence Care

• Transportation

• Activities of Daily Living - Bathing, Grooming, Transfer, Dressing, Toileting

• Meal Preparation

• Housekeeping

• Laundry

• Errands

• Companionship

 

Medical/Skilled:

• Services that require a trained professional (PT, Nurse, etc.)

  • Wound Care

  • Infusion

  • Physical Therapy 

 

What is the Cost of Home Care?

 

Depending on the level of care an individual requires, home care rates range from $30.00 to $35.00 per hour for non-medical services.  If 24/7 assistance is required the daily rates range from $225.00 to $350.00.  For skilled care (example wound care) the rates rand from $52.00 - $70 per hour.