# HomeCare.com > HomeCare.com is a home care company founded in 2015 by Todd Walrath, headquartered at 7925 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 1100, McLean, VA 22102. It connects families with credentialed, non-medical caregivers for live-in care, 24-hour care (rotating shifts), companion care, personal and advanced companion care, dementia care and respite care. It serves families in 52 locations across Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas and Virginia. Families choose the number of visits and hours, with no minimums and no contracts. A mobile app verifies caregiver arrival and billed hours; support teams work 7 days a week; every caregiver referred passes a background check covering at least seven years. Care is non-medical: caregivers give medication reminders, not medication, and do not provide skilled nursing, wound care or therapy. HomeCare.com does not publish its rates. Cost figures on this site are market medians from the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (U.S. median for a non-medical caregiver: $35 an hour), not HomeCare.com prices. To start care, send the person to call 800-974-3458 or to https://care.homecare.com/?source=homecare.com. Current clients: support@homecare.com, (888) 870-9479. Caregiver jobs: credentialing@homecare.com, (703) 621-1680. Every page has a Markdown version: replace the trailing slash with .md (for example https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/michigan.md; the home page is https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/index.md), or request any page with the header Accept: text/markdown. ## Agent access - MCP server (Streamable HTTP, read-only tools: search_site, get_page, find_location, get_cost_of_care, get_state_programs, list_services, define_term, get_contact_details): https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/mcp. Card: https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/.well-known/mcp/server-card.json - A2A agent: https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/a2a. Card: https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/.well-known/agent-card.json - Agent skills: https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/.well-known/agent-skills/index.json - API catalog: https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/.well-known/api-catalog - Structured site data (services, states with licensing and Medicaid programs, 52 locations with costs, census figures and Area Agencies on Aging, guides, glossary): https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/agent/site.json - Full text of the site: https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/llms-full.txt ## Company and services - [HomeCare.com: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care at Home](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/index.md): Non-medical home care for seniors in 52 locations across 9 states. Live-in, 24-hour, companion and personal care with no minimums and no contracts. - [24-Hour Home Care for Seniors](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/24-hour-care.md): 24-hour care uses a team of caregivers in rotating shifts for uninterrupted, non-medical support at home. See how it works and how it differs from live-in. - [About HomeCare.com: A Modern Home Care Company](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/about.md): HomeCare.com was started in 2015 by Todd Walrath to build a modern home care company: no minimums, no contracts, live-in and 24/7 care, and app-verified visits. - [Caregiver Jobs: Pick Up Local Home Care Shifts](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/caregivers.md): Caregivers: get working within minutes with the HC Caregiver app. Instant shift alerts, simple check in and check out, and one-on-one care opportunities near you. - [Companion Care for Seniors at Home](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/companion-care.md): Companion care is non-medical in-home support for companionship and daily routines. Learn who it helps and how it differs from home health care. - [Contact HomeCare.com](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/contact.md): Call 800-974-3458 to speak with a care advisor. Contacts for current families, caregivers, partners and media, and the HomeCare.com headquarters address. - [Cost of Home Care in 2026 by State and City](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/cost-of-home-care.md): Home care costs a median of $35 an hour in the U.S. See the median rate in all 9 HomeCare.com states and 52 locations, with monthly estimates and how to budget. - [Dementia Care at Home for Families](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/dementia-care.md): Non-medical dementia care at home offers cognitive support, steady routines, and safety help for wandering and falls. Compare it with memory care. - [Home Care FAQ: How HomeCare.com Works](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/faq.md): Answers about HomeCare.com: minimums and contracts, live-in and 24-hour care, how caregivers are screened, what home care costs and whether Medicare pays. - [Home Care Glossary: Senior Care Terms Explained](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/glossary.md): 210 home care and senior care terms in plain English: types of care, daily living, caregivers, paying for care, state programs, legal planning and safety. - [Home Care Guides for Families](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides.md): Plain-English guides to choosing home care, what it costs, how to pay with Medicaid, VA benefits or long-term care insurance, and caring for a parent at home. - [Home Care Resources: Guides, Articles and Glossary](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/homecare-resources.md): Discover essential home care resources: guides to costs and paying for care, articles for family caregivers, dementia care tips and a glossary of home care terms. - [Live-In Care at Home for Seniors](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/live-in-care.md): Live-in care places one non-medical caregiver in your loved one's home for daily help and safety. See who it fits and how it differs from 24-hour care. - [Home Care Locations in 9 States](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/locations.md): HomeCare.com arranges non-medical home care in 52 locations across Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas and Virginia. - [Personal Care at Home for Seniors](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/personal-care.md): Personal and advanced companion care are two levels of non-medical home support, from light daily help to hands-on care. See what each includes. - [Respite Care at Home for Family Caregivers](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/respite-care.md): In-home respite care gives family caregivers a break while a non-medical caregiver looks after your loved one. Book a few hours, no minimums. - [Home Care Services: Live-In, 24-Hour, Companion and More](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/services.md): Non-medical home care services from HomeCare.com: live-in care, 24-hour care, companion care, personal and advanced care, dementia care and respite care. ## States - [Home Care in Alabama: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/alabama.md): Non-medical home care in Alabama: 5 locations, local costs, Alabama Medicaid home care programs, licensing rules and senior resources. - [Home Care in Arizona: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/arizona.md): Non-medical home care in Arizona: 4 locations, local costs, Arizona Medicaid home care programs, licensing rules and senior resources. - [Home Care in Colorado: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/colorado.md): Non-medical home care in Colorado: 5 locations, local costs, Colorado Medicaid home care programs, licensing rules and senior resources. - [Home Care in Maryland: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/maryland.md): Non-medical home care in Maryland: 6 locations, local costs, Maryland Medicaid home care programs, licensing rules and senior resources. - [Home Care in Michigan: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/michigan.md): Non-medical home care in Michigan: 6 locations, local costs, Michigan Medicaid home care programs, licensing rules and senior resources. - [Home Care in North Carolina: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/north-carolina.md): Non-medical home care in North Carolina: 5 locations, local costs, North Carolina Medicaid home care programs, licensing rules and senior resources. - [Home Care in Ohio: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/ohio.md): Non-medical home care in Ohio: 5 locations, local costs, Ohio Medicaid home care programs, licensing rules and senior resources. - [Home Care in Texas: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/texas.md): Non-medical home care in Texas: 5 locations, local costs, Texas Medicaid home care programs, licensing rules and senior resources. - [Home Care in Virginia: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia.md): Non-medical home care in Virginia: 11 locations, local costs, Virginia Medicaid home care programs, licensing rules and senior resources. ## City and metro pages - [Home Care in Birmingham, AL: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/alabama/birmingham.md): Non-medical home care in Birmingham, AL: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Huntsville, AL: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/alabama/huntsville.md): Non-medical home care in Huntsville, AL: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Mobile, AL: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/alabama/mobile.md): Non-medical home care in Mobile, AL: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $26/hour, plus Alabama programs and resources. - [Home Care in Montgomery, AL: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/alabama/montgomery.md): Non-medical home care in Montgomery, AL: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Tuscaloosa, AL: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/alabama/tuscaloosa.md): Non-medical home care in Tuscaloosa, AL: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Flagstaff, AZ: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/arizona/flagstaff.md): Non-medical home care in Flagstaff, AZ: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $40/hour, plus Arizona programs and resources. - [Home Care in Phoenix, AZ: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/arizona/phoenix-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Phoenix, AZ: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $38/hour, plus Arizona programs and resources. - [Home Care in Sierra Vista, AZ: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/arizona/sierra-vista.md): Non-medical home care in Sierra Vista, AZ: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Tucson, AZ: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/arizona/tucson.md): Non-medical home care in Tucson, AZ: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $37/hour, plus Arizona programs and resources. - [Home Care in Colorado Springs, CO: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/colorado/colorado-springs.md): Non-medical home care in Colorado Springs, CO: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Denver, CO: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/colorado/denver-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Denver, CO: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $42/hour, plus Colorado programs and resources. - [Home Care in Durango, CO: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/colorado/durango.md): Non-medical home care in Durango, CO: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Fort Collins, CO: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/colorado/fort-collins.md): Non-medical home care in Fort Collins, CO: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Grand Junction, CO: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/colorado/grand-junction.md): Non-medical home care in Grand Junction, CO: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Baltimore, MD: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/maryland/baltimore-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Baltimore, MD: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Catonsville, MD: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/maryland/catonsville.md): Non-medical home care in Catonsville, MD: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Columbia, MD: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/maryland/columbia.md): Non-medical home care in Columbia, MD: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $34/hour, plus Maryland programs and resources. - [Home Care in Glen Burnie, MD: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/maryland/glen-burnie.md): Non-medical home care in Glen Burnie, MD: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Silver Spring, MD: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/maryland/silver-spring.md): Non-medical home care in Silver Spring, MD: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Towson, MD: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/maryland/towson.md): Non-medical home care in Towson, MD: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $34/hour, plus Maryland programs and resources. - [Home Care in Ann Arbor, MI: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/michigan/ann-arbor.md): Non-medical home care in Ann Arbor, MI: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Detroit, MI: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/michigan/detroit-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Detroit, MI: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $35/hour, plus Michigan programs and resources. - [Home Care in Grand Rapids, MI: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/michigan/grand-rapids-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Grand Rapids, MI: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Lansing, MI: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/michigan/lansing.md): Non-medical home care in Lansing, MI: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $35/hour, plus Michigan programs and resources. - [Home Care in Saginaw, MI: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/michigan/saginaw.md): Non-medical home care in Saginaw, MI: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $32/hour, plus Michigan programs and resources. - [Home Care in Traverse City, MI: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/michigan/traverse-city.md): Non-medical home care in Traverse City, MI: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Asheville, NC: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/north-carolina/asheville.md): Non-medical home care in Asheville, NC: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Charlotte, NC: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/north-carolina/charlotte-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Charlotte, NC: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Durham, NC: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/north-carolina/durham.md): Non-medical home care in Durham, NC: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Greensboro, NC: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/north-carolina/greensboro.md): Non-medical home care in Greensboro, NC: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Wilmington, NC: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/north-carolina/wilmington.md): Non-medical home care in Wilmington, NC: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Akron, OH: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/ohio/akron.md): Non-medical home care in Akron, OH: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $34/hour, plus Ohio programs and resources. - [Home Care in Cincinnati, OH: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/ohio/cincinnati.md): Non-medical home care in Cincinnati, OH: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $34/hour, plus Ohio programs and resources. - [Home Care in Cleveland, OH: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/ohio/cleveland.md): Non-medical home care in Cleveland, OH: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $34/hour, plus Ohio programs and resources. - [Home Care in Columbus, OH: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/ohio/columbus-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Columbus, OH: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $34/hour, plus Ohio programs and resources. - [Home Care in Toledo, OH: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/ohio/toledo.md): Non-medical home care in Toledo, OH: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $34/hour, plus Ohio programs and resources. - [Home Care in Austin, TX: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/texas/austin-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Austin, TX: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $34/hour, plus Texas programs and resources. - [Home Care in Dallas, TX: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/texas/dallas-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Dallas, TX: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $33/hour, plus Texas programs and resources. - [Home Care in Fort Worth, TX: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/texas/fort-worth-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Fort Worth, TX: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $33/hour, plus Texas programs and resources. - [Home Care in Houston, TX: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/texas/houston-metro.md): Non-medical home care in Houston, TX: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $29/hour, plus Texas programs and resources. - [Home Care in San Antonio, TX: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/texas/san-antonio-metro.md): Non-medical home care in San Antonio, TX: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $30/hour, plus Texas programs and resources. - [Home Care in Alexandria, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/alexandria.md): Non-medical home care in Alexandria, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Arlington, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/arlington.md): Non-medical home care in Arlington, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Chesapeake, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/chesapeake.md): Non-medical home care in Chesapeake, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Henrico, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/henrico.md): Non-medical home care in Henrico, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $36/hour, plus Virginia programs and resources. - [Home Care in Newport News, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/newport-news.md): Non-medical home care in Newport News, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Norfolk, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/norfolk.md): Non-medical home care in Norfolk, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $35/hour, plus Virginia programs and resources. - [Home Care in Reston, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/reston.md): Non-medical home care in Reston, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $36/hour, plus Virginia programs and resources. - [Home Care in Richmond, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/richmond.md): Non-medical home care in Richmond, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $36/hour, plus Virginia programs and resources. - [Home Care in Roanoke, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/roanoke.md): Non-medical home care in Roanoke, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. Local median $37/hour, plus Virginia programs and resources. - [Home Care in Virginia Beach, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/virginia-beach.md): Non-medical home care in Virginia Beach, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. - [Home Care in Woodbridge, VA: Live-In, 24-Hour and Companion Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/state/virginia/woodbridge.md): Non-medical home care in Woodbridge, VA: live-in, 24-hour and companion care, no minimums or contracts. ## Guides - [24-Hour Home Care Cost: Per Day, Week and Month in 2026](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/24-hour-and-live-in-care-cost.md): 24 hour home care cost, worked out per day, week and month from CareScout's 2025 survey, with a table for AL, AZ, CO, MD, MI, NC, OH, TX and VA. - [Home Care Agency vs Private Caregiver: Key Differences](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/agency-vs-registry-vs-private-caregiver.md): Home care agency vs private caregiver vs registry: who employs the caregiver, who pays payroll taxes, who covers call-outs, and a checklist for any provider. - [Companion Care vs Personal Care: What Each Level Does](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/companion-care-vs-personal-care.md): Companion care vs personal care: see what each level covers, from company and errands to bathing and toileting, and how to match the level to your parent. - [Dementia Care at Home: A Stage-by-Stage Plan for Families](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/dementia-care-at-home.md): Dementia care at home works best when care matches the stage. See what hours and help to plan for early, middle and late stages, and when it is not enough. - [Can a Family Member Get Paid to Be a Caregiver? By State](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/get-paid-to-care-for-a-family-member.md): Can a family member get paid to be a caregiver? See how Medicaid, VA programs and insurance may pay a relative, with a table for 9 states and next steps. - [Home Care After Hospital Discharge: A Timeline for Families](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/home-care-after-hospital-discharge.md): Plan home care after hospital discharge: what to ask the discharge planner, what Medicare covers, and how non-medical care fills the gaps at home. - [Home Care vs Assisted Living vs Nursing Home Costs](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/home-care-vs-assisted-living-vs-nursing-home.md): Home care vs assisted living cost, with a break-even point in hours a day and a state table for AL, AZ, CO, MD, MI, NC, OH, TX and VA from CareScout 2025. - [Home Care vs Home Health Care: Which Does Your Parent Need?](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/home-care-vs-home-health-care.md): Home care vs home health care: one helps with daily life, the other is skilled care ordered by a doctor. Learn who pays and how to pick or combine them. - [How Many Hours of Home Care Do I Need? A Simple Checklist](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/how-many-hours-of-home-care-do-i-need.md): How many hours of home care do I need? Use this checklist of daily tasks to size care, from a few hours a week to live-in or 24-hour care, with cost math. - [Live-In Care vs 24-Hour Care: How to Choose the Right Fit](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/live-in-vs-24-hour-care.md): Live-in care vs 24-hour care: one caregiver who rests in the home, or a team on shifts. See the differences, the cost math and when each one fits. - [Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Home Care? Claims](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/long-term-care-insurance-home-care-claims.md): Does long-term care insurance cover home care? Learn benefit triggers, elimination periods, daily benefits, claim paperwork and tax basics step by step. - [Medicaid Home Care Waivers by State: 9-State Guide](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/medicaid-home-care-waivers-by-state.md): Does Medicaid pay for home care? See the main Medicaid home care waiver or program in 9 states, who qualifies, how to apply and what to expect on waitlists. - [Overnight Care for Seniors: Awake vs Asleep and Cost](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/overnight-care-for-seniors.md): Overnight home care for seniors explained: awake vs sleep-in caregivers, who needs night help, estimated cost by state, and how to choose what fits. - [Respite Care at Home: How Family Caregivers Get a Break](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/respite-care-at-home.md): What is respite care? Learn how in-home respite works, how many hours to book, what it costs, and how Medicare, Medicaid and local programs may help pay. - [VA Aid and Attendance Home Care: Benefits Explained](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/guides/va-benefits-for-home-care.md): Does the VA pay for home care? See how VA Aid and Attendance, Housebound, aide care and caregiver programs work, who qualifies and how to apply. ## Articles - [7 Senior Friendly Father's Day Activities](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/caregiver-resources/7-senior-friendly-fathers-day-ideas.md): Don't let aging get in the way of fun. Here are 7 ideas for Father's Day when dad is getting older. - [Caregiver Burnout - Recognizing and Coping with Signs of Caregiver Stress](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/caregiver-resources/caregiver-burnout.md): Are you feeling burned out and run down? Caregiver burnout is a real thing that family caregivers must watch out for. Learn how to manage caregiver stress. - [Dealing with caregiver guilt and forgiving yourself](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/caregiver-resources/caregiver-forgiveness-and-guilt.md): When you are a family caregiver, the grief and guilt can leave you feeling down. Learn how to forgive yourself and accept that you are trying your best. - [Caregiver Support Groups: Defend Yourself Against Burnout](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/caregiver-resources/caregiver-support-groups.md): When you feel like you're headed towards caregiver burnout, online caregiver support groups can help you manage stress. - [How to Be Prepared for a Trip to the ER](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/caregiver-resources/emergency-room-checklist-for-seniors.md): You can never plan for an ER visit, but you can make sure it goes as smoothly as possible. Learn the medical information and insurance info you need to bring. - [Guilt and Forgiveness on Mother's Day](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/caregiver-resources/mothers-day-guilt.md): When you are caring for your mother, the grief and guilt can leave you feeling down. Learn how to forgive your mother and yourself and accept that you are trying... - [Do You Need a Patient Advocate?](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/caregiver-resources/patient-advocates.md): Should you find a patient advocate? In a complex medical system, a patient advocate can help you make better decisions for yourself or a loved one. - [Why Reminiscence Therapy Helps Seniors Feel More Valuable](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/caregiver-resources/reminiscence-therapy.md): Reminiscence therapy is a way for family members or caregivers to help aging seniors connect with events earlier in their life and memories from loved ones. - [Top 10 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/chronic-conditions/10-signs-of-early-alzheimers-disease.md): Worried about early Alzheimer’s in a loved one? Learn to tell the difference between symptoms of aging and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. - [Engaging Activities for People with Dementia or Alzheimer’s](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/chronic-conditions/activities-for-people-with-dementia.md): There are many activities that you can plan for someone with dementia. Keep it simple and engaging and you'll both have fun! - [Caring for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients at Home with help from HomeCare.com: A Guide for Families](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/chronic-conditions/alzheimers-dementia-home-care.md): Discover how HomeCare.com supports Alzheimer’s and dementia patients with personalized home care, comfort, safety, and family involvement. - [Mouth 'n Mind - Dementia and Oral Healthcare](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/chronic-conditions/dementia-and-oral-care.md): When caring for with those with dementia, the process of leaving home, traveling to the dental office, and being in that environment is often too much for the... - [Coping with loss of appetite in elderly with dementia](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/chronic-conditions/dementia-loss-of-appetite.md): Many dementia patients experience a loss of appetite. Their caregivers have to focus on making sure the senior is getting appropriate nutrition. - [Navigating Alzheimer’s as a Caregiver](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/chronic-conditions/navigating-life-alzheimers-caregiver.md): Caregiving for a family member with Alzheimer’s can be very emotionally taxing. Many caregivers share similar experiences and feelings. - [How to Prevent Dementia Patients from Wandering: HomeCare.com Safety Tips for Families](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/chronic-conditions/prevent-dementia-wandering.md): Learn practical tips to prevent dementia patients from wandering. Discover home safety modifications, caregiver strategies, and expert advice from HomeCare.com... - [What is Sundowners Syndrome](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/chronic-conditions/what-is-sundowners-syndrome.md): Sundowner's Syndrome or Sundowning can make a person with dementia more confused or agitated later in the day. Here are tips to cope with Sundowning. - [How to talk to elderly parents about moving into assisted living](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/4-ways-talk-to-your-parents-about-homecare.md): Having a conversation about engaging a caregiver can cause tension. Here are 4 tips to help you discuss home care with your loved one. - [5 Ideas for Involving Your Loved One in the Holiday Fun](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/5-ideas-senior-fun-holidays.md): In this article, you will find 5 tips for enjoyable activities you can do with your aging loved ones! Caregiving during the holidays can be fun when you involve... - [5 Ways to Maintain Senior Independence](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/5-ways-maintain-senior-independence.md): Keep your parents at home with 5 tips for senior home safety. Use technology, consider downsizing, and use caregivers to prevent elder falls and accidents. - [7 Things to do before Hiring a caregiver for elderly](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/7-things-to-do-before-hiring-a-caregiver.md): Caregiver interview questions you should ask. How to choose the right elder care giver for your loved one. - [7 Tips to Manage Caregiver Stress](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/caregiver-stress.md): Caregiver stress or caregiver burnout afflicts many families. When providing care for a senior, you can put your health and well-being in the backseat. - [Compassionate Home Care Services: Helping Your Loved One Thrive at Home](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/compassionate-home-care-services.md): Discover compassionate home care services from HomeCare.com. From personal care and companionship to Alzheimer’s and post-surgery support, our trusted caregivers... - [4 Ways for Caregivers to Improve their Mental and Physical Wellness](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/health-tips-for-caregivers.md): Too focused on caring for others? Take care of yourself with 4 simple tips for keeping yourself healthy and sane. - [How to Keep Your Loved One Warm in the Winter](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/keep-your-loved-one-warm.md): Family caregivers need to take special care of their loved one in the winter. Follow these tips for keeping seniors warm when the thermostat drops. - [HomeCare.com’s Credentialing Process](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/our-credentialing-process.md): All about HomeCare.com’s credentialing process and how we screen 100% of caregivers. Background checks and reference checks for caregivers. - [Paying for Home Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/paying-for-care.md): Can you use Medicare for home care? How are veteran’s benefits determined? Learn the costs of elder care services and home health care pricing including respite... - [Warning Signs Your Parents Need Help at Home](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/warning-signs-for-homecare.md): When selecting a home care provider, you want to think about the difference between home care agencies and caregiver registries. Ask these interview questions. - [What is Home Care? How to Benefit from These Services?](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/what-is-home-care.md): What does a caregiver do? What are normal home care services? Explore senior home care and how it works. - [What is Live-In Care?](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/family-resources/what-is-live-in-care.md): Discover live in and compassionate caregivers from HomeCare.com. From personal care and companionship to Alzheimer’s and post-surgery support, our trusted... - [9 questions to ask when choosing a nursing home](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/home-care-resources/9-questions-for-home-care-providers.md): When selecting a home care provider, you want to think about the difference between home care agencies and caregiver registries. Ask these interview questions. - [5 Strategies to Help Dad Accept In-Home Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/home-care-resources/convincing-dad-to-accept-home-care.md): Getting Dad to accept care can be especially difficult. Follow these 5 tips on healthy communication and you'll have a good shot. - [How to Get Started with Hiring In-Home Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/home-care-resources/hiring-in-home-care.md): Learn how to hire a caregiver by finding a home care provider, preparing for a home care assessment, and knowing the right questions to ask when interviewing. - [4 Myths about Hospice](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/home-care-resources/hospice-myths.md): There are many myths and misconceptions about hospice, including where care is delivered, who can get hospice care, and whether hospice means 'giving up'. - [What is Occupational Therapy and How Can it Help the Elderly Recover?](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/home-care-resources/occupational-therapy.md): Occupational therapy can help seniors recover so they can perform their activities of daily living (ADL's). Therapists work with home care service providers. - [Who Pays for Hospice Care?](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/home-care-resources/paying-for-hospice.md): You may be surprised how common it is for hospice payments to be covered. Medicare, Medicaid, the VHA, and insurance all cover some hospice. - [What Medicare Doesn't Cover](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/home-care-resources/what-medicare-doesnt-cover.md): Although Medicare helps with the cost of health care, it doesn’t cover all medical expenses or ANY of the cost of long-term care. See what Medicare covers. - [5 Myths about Long-Term Care](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/paying-for-care/5-long-term-care-myths.md): We assembled 5 common misconceptions about long term care, from how much care costs to questions about Medicare and health insurance coverage - [How Much Does Home Care Cost](https://homecare.preview.multisites.ai/paying-for-care/cost-of-home-care.md): Wondering how much home care costs? 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