Options Home Care

How is in-home senior care different from home health care?

Home health care focuses on medical treatment and is a clinical service. A nurse or therapist comes to the home for skilled services such as wound care, injections, occupational or physical therapy, usually for a short period after surgery or illness, with a doctor’s order.In-home senior care is very different. In-home senior care focuses on supporting Activities of Daily Living, which include basic self-care tasks like bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, and continence.At Options Home Care, we provide hands-on help with everyday life. That includes bathing, dressing, mobility,

What are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)?

Activities of Daily Living, often called ADLs, are basic self-care tasks that a person must be able to perform to live independently. These typically include:BathingDressingToiletingTransferring, such as moving from bed to chairEatingContinenceADLs matter because many benefits programs use them to determine eligibility. Most long-term care insurance policies require that a person need assistance with at least two ADLs before benefits begin. Certain veterans’ programs require assistance with three ADLs to qualify for in-home senior care services.If your loved one is struggling with these daily

What is the difference between live-in care and 24-hour round-the-clock care?

Live-in care means one dedicated caregiver lives in the home and provides ongoing support throughout the day and overnight. They assist with personal care, mobility, meals, companionship, medication reminders, housekeeping, errands, and transportation. They sleep at night but remain available if your loved one needs them.24-hour, round-the-clock care involves multiple caregivers rotating in shifts, coming in and out of the home throughout the day and night.Live-in care with Options Home Care is truly one-on-one and relationship-based. Instead of a revolving door of caregivers, your loved one b

Does insurance cover in-home senior care services?

At Options Home Care, we accept private pay, long-term care insurance, and Medicare Part C Advantage Plans.Long-term care insurance is a private policy purchased years before care is needed, often in your 40s or 50s. It helps cover extended support with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility due to aging, illness, or disability. Unlike health insurance, it is designed specifically to pay for ongoing custodial care at home, in assisted living, or in a skilled nursing setting.If you have long-term care insurance, benefits begin once you meet eligibility requirements, which typi

What in-home senior care benefits are available for veterans?

Many of our veteran clients receive care through the VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care program. This program is part of VA health benefits and provides non-medical assistance in the home to help veterans remain safe and independent. Services typically include help with bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and other daily activities.As an accredited VA community care provider, Options Home Care can be paid directly by the VA to provide approved in-home senior care services.To qualify, veterans must:Be registered for VA health benefitsComplete an assessment w

Can caregivers provide transportation and run errands?

Yes. Our caregivers at Options Home Care regularly help with transportation and everyday errands so your loved one can stay active, connected, and independent.That includes rides to doctor’s appointments, therapy sessions, social outings, and community events. We also assist with grocery shopping, prescription pick-ups, post office runs, and other daily tasks.This support is available whether you have daily care, full-time live-in care, or need short-term help through our respite care services.Transportation service with Options Home Care is never just a drop off. Our caregivers assist with mo

Are your caregivers vetted?

Yes, each of our caregivers is carefully vetted. In fact, many of our caregivers at Options Home Care have worked with us for over a decade, providing quality care to many seniors across the U.S.

How does your care program work?

Start by contacting us for an intake call. We then match you with qualified caregivers, you interview and choose the best fit, and care begins. Our nationwide caregiver network allows us to place skilled care wherever you live.