Senior home care provides a variety of care services to seniors at home, including personal care, physical assistance, end-of-life care, companionship, etc. Seniors receive the type of care they need depending on their requirements. An in-home care plan or program is customized to fit your schedule and requirements.

Whether your loved one needs assistance for a few hours a day or 24/7live-in care, in-home care is flexible and adapts to the needs of each senior. The nature of home care allows your loved one to be the primary focus of the caregiver. The caregiver provides care and attention to ensure your loved one’s comfort, happiness, and safety.

You can find a suitable senior in-home care agency through:

• Advertisements on TV, local newspapers, and other publications
• Community senior agencies and social service agencies
• Community websites
• Recommendations from friends and neighbors
• A family physician or hospital social service if the senior has an in-patient hospital stay

Consider the following points when choosing the best senior home care agency:

• The agency should provide in-home care that meets your elderly loved one’s needs.
• The type of home care services may depend on the agency, so ask about the services they offer, their staff, as well as the costs.
• Make sure the in-home care agency is licensed and their employees are insured.
• Make sure the agency’s caregivers are well-trained and compassionate.
• Ask whether the agency can send someone else if the regular caregiver is ill or unable to work due to their personal reasons.