Home care can help you in many ways, depending on your individual needs and circumstances. Some of the ways that home care can help include:
- Providing assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Helping with household tasks, such as laundry, cleaning, and grocery shopping
- Providing transportation to appointments and other outings
- Preparing and delivering meals
- Providing medication reminders and assistance with taking medications
- Providing companionship and social support
- Monitoring your health and wellbeing, and alerting your healthcare provider if there are any concerns
- Providing respite care to give your caregivers a break
Overall, the goal of home care is to help you maintain your independence and live as comfortably and safely as possible in your own home.