• Care is provided by a certified nursing assistant (CNA), certified home health aide (CHHA), or personal care attendant (PCA).
• Care is custodial.
• Care can be provided in shifts, live-in, or shorter time frames such as a bath visit. It is scheduled according to the client’s preferences.
• Care can be short term, occasional, or long term.
• Physician's order not required for care.

When Is Non-Medical Private Duty Care the Right Choice?

• The client is recovering from an illness or surgery.
• The client is being discharged to home from a hospital or other nursing facility and needs help transitioning back to independence.
• The client is in the hospital and would feel less anxious with a personal care attendant at their side.
• A new baby is coming home.
• It is a welcome alternative to facility placement. Private duty care allows families to stay together.
• The client will thrive in their own environment.
• There are cognitive benefits for the client staying in their own home.
• The client is isolated. The personal attention of private duty care improves the quality of life.
• The primary care giver needs respite.
• There are safety issues for the client home alone.
• The client may be prone to falls.
• The client is not paying attention to personal hygiene.
• Proper nutrition is not maintained.
• Reminders are needed for medications.
• The client has become too sedentary.
• The client needs an escort to doctor appointments or social events.

What Services Are Available with Non-Medical Private Duty Care?

• Respite Care (flexible scheduling, no minimums)
• Companionship
• Meal Preparation
• Assistance with Bathing and Dressing
• Light Housekeeping/Laundry/Ironing
• Medication Reminders
• Incontinence Care
• Shopping and Personal Errands

Specialized Non-Medical Private Duty Programs at Assisted Healthcare Services

• Good Morning Service – A unique bath service to help you start your day.
• Tuck-In Service – One of our qualified staff members will assist you with preparing for bed so you can get a safe, sound sleep at night.
• Live-In Care – Ideal for the client who desires a single caregiver and who sleeps through the night.
• New Mom/New Baby Care -A perfect shower gift!

How Is Non-Medical Private Duty Care Reimbursed?
Non-Medical Private Duty Care is generally paid for by the client. Many long-term care insurance policies also cover custodial care. We will pre-verify all benefits prior to initiating service to confirm each client’s method of payment.