Typically, home care is used when a senior can’t live at home independently due to advanced age or disability. If the tasks of daily living have become too much for Dad to handle, this is a great option to consider. Home care services will help with many non-medical needs, allowing him to continue living at home safely. Home care can assist Dad with activities such as bathing and grooming, dressing, mobility issues, meal preparation, and eating. They can also help remind him about prescriptions he takes and may even provide light housekeeping.
Home care is typically not covered by Medicare or private insurance, but long-term care insurance may help. With home care, you typically have the option of choosing 24-hour care or just a few hours of care here and there. You may have family members care for Dad during the day, but have a home care agency handle his nighttime care, for example. Even a few hours of home care can alleviate the stress of caregiving and let you focus on other areas of your life.
