Homemaker and Chore Services

Dementia Care Practice Recommendations for Professionals Working in a Home Setting

Source: Alzheimer’s Association

Description:

Informative booklet for paid providers; also useful for family caregivers


Eldercare Locator

Source: U.S. Administration on Aging

Description:

The first step to finding resources for older adults in any U.S. community.


Factsheet: Hiring a Home Helper

Source: IlluminAge Communication Partners

Description:

Information on identifying your needs, working with an agency vs. private hire, and managing the relationship. Includes worksheet to use in hiring process.


Hiring an Independent Caregiver

Source: MetLife/National Alliance for Caregiving

Description:

Online guidebook offers information and resources for family caregivers about important considerations if they are seeking to hire an individual to provide services for a loved one who requires assistance.


Hiring In-Home Help

Source: Family Caregiver Alliance

Description:

Assessing your loved one's needs, finding the right service providers


Home and Community Based Care Resources for Veterans

Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Description:

Information about home care, community-based services, medical foster home care, hospice and adult day services


Home Health Compare

Source: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Description:

Tool for comparing how well the home health agencies in your area care for their patients.


How to Choose a Home Care Provider

Source: National Association for Home Care

Description:

Types of services, selecting the right provider, what to do if a problem develops


National Association for Home Care & Hospice

Description:

Consumer information from association representing the interests and concerns of home care agencies, hospices, and home care aide organizations.


National Private Duty Association

Description:

Webite offers consumer information for patients and caregivers about home care services.


State and Area Agencies on Aging

Source: National Association of State Units on Aging

Description:

Links to State and Area Agencies on Aging in all 50 states; most include comprehensive list of local resources for seniors.


Understanding Home Care Agency Options

Source: MetLife/National Association for Caregiving

Description:

Online booklet for patients and family about selecting and working with a home care agency


Worksheet for Hiring a Home Helper

Source: IlluminAge Communication Partners

Description:

Questions to ask when selecting a person to come into the home to help with personal care needs and household chores.