Understanding home care

Care at home can be one important part of the bigger picture.

Home care works alongside families, clinicians, rehabilitation, and other support systems as needs change over time.

The continuum of care

A thoughtful care plan can change as a person’s needs change. From prevention and primary care to recovery, rehabilitation, and longer-term support, each part of care works best when it feels connected.

In-home care can help make transitions more manageable by supporting daily routines, communication, and the practical realities of living safely at home.

Common home care terms

Activities of daily living

Daily activities can include bathing, dressing, eating, mobility, toileting, and grooming. Support may be shaped around the activities that have become difficult or unsafe.

Respite care

Respite care gives family caregivers time to rest, attend to other responsibilities, or simply recharge while a loved one continues to receive support.

Personalized care plan

A personalized plan reflects the person’s routines, priorities, needs, and the family’s practical considerations.