Personal care with dignity.
Hands on help with daily routines, from a trained caregiver employed by a home care agency.
Example
Morning routine
Today · 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Shower and dressing
Breakfast and medication reminder
Short walk in the garden
How a caregiver can help.
- Bathing, grooming and dressing
- Toileting and continence care
- Help moving, standing and transferring
- Meals and feeding help
- Medication reminders
- Everything included in companion care
Who it’s for
People who need physical help with daily activities, after a hospital stay, or as health changes.
What it costs
Personal care usually costs a little more than companion care, because it needs more hands on skill. Rates depend on hours and where you live.
How pricing worksWays to pay for personal care.
Private pay
Most families pay the provider directly. You agree on hours and rates before care starts.
Long term care insurance
Many policies cover in home care or assisted living after a waiting period.
VA benefits
Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for Aid and Attendance or VA home care programs.
Medicaid
Your state’s Medicaid program may pay for some care at home for people who qualify.
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Is personal care medical care?
No. Personal care is non medical help with daily living. Skilled nursing or therapy comes from a home health provider, often ordered by a doctor.
Are caregivers trained?
Caregivers are employed by the agency, which handles hiring, background checks and training under state rules.
Can care start after a hospital stay?
Yes. Share the discharge date in the form and we’ll recommend agencies that can plan around it.
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