Home care
Everyday, non-medical support
Personal care, companionship, respite, routines, errands, and other practical support can help make life at home more manageable.
Types of care
Home care and home health care are not the same thing. Use these guides to get oriented, then share what is happening at home so the next conversation can fit your situation.
Non-medical home care
Explore everyday support that can help someone remain more comfortable, safe, and confident in familiar surroundings.
Connection and daily rhythm
Find options centered on conversation, shared activities, practical routines, and a little more connection at home.
Room to rest and reset
Learn about short-term or recurring support that can give a family caregiver time to rest, work, attend appointments, or keep showing up.
Skilled services at home
Understand the difference between non-medical home care and skilled home health services such as nursing, therapy, or post-hospital recovery support.
Home care vs. home health
Home care
Personal care, companionship, respite, routines, errands, and other practical support can help make life at home more manageable.
Home health
Nursing, physical or occupational therapy, and post-hospital recovery support are coordinated through a clinical care plan.
A simple next step
Share a few details about what you are exploring. You do not need to know the exact care term before you begin.