First 72 Hours After Hospital Discharge: Key to Senior Recovery
Your mom is being discharged. The nurse hands you a stack of papers, rattles off some instructions, and suddenly you’re wheeling her out to the
Because home is where seniors belong.
Recognized as a Best of Senior Care award winner for ten consecutive years, our team has built a strong reputation among families nationwide for providing reliable and compassionate care.
Specialized support for Alzheimer’s and dementia—focused on safety, dignity, and quality of life.
72-hour post-discharge support to prevent readmissions and help your loved one recover safely at home.
Bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, mobility assistance—delivered with dignity and patience.
Rides to appointments, grocery shopping, pharmacy runs, and staying connected to the community.
Meal preparation, light housekeeping, conversation, and someone to share the day with.
Short-term relief for family caregivers—a few hours, a few days, or regular scheduled breaks.
Around-the-clock support for those who need someone there continuously.
At Options Home Care, we offer customized in-home senior care that is thoughtfully designed to support each senior’s daily needs while easing the concerns of their families. Our caregivers provide hands-on assistance while also nurturing relationships, strengthening trust, and creating a welcoming and supportive atmosphere in every home.
Our service area includes:
Your mom is being discharged. The nurse hands you a stack of papers, rattles off some instructions, and suddenly you’re wheeling her out to the
Engaging activities like music, pets, crafts, and gentle exercise can reduce boredom and improve mood for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Engaging activities like music, pets, crafts, and gentle exercise can reduce boredom and improve mood for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Whether you’re planning ahead, need respite care, or have a loved one coming home from the hospital this week—we’re here. No pressure, no obligation. Just a conversation about your situation and how we might help.
Home health care focuses on medical treatment and is provided as a clinical service by licensed healthcare professionals. Nurses or therapists visit the home to deliver skilled services such as wound care, injections, and occupational or physical therapy. These services are typically short-term and are most often provided after surgery or illness, based on a doctor’s order.
In-home senior care differs significantly in both purpose and scope. It centers on supporting Activities of Daily Living, which are the essential self-care functions required for independent living. These include bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, and maintaining continence, all of which contribute to a senior’s ability to live safely at home.
At Options Home Care, we focus on providing hands-on support that enhances everyday life. Our services include assistance with personal care, mobility, meal preparation, companionship, memory care, and continuous daily support. This care is not limited to recovery from a medical condition, but is designed to help your loved one remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their home for the long term.
What sets us apart is our commitment to comprehensive and personalized care. We do more than provide a caregiver, as we create customized care plans, assist with hospital discharge coordination, and offer services such as daily personal care, live-in care, and respite care when needed. Our AI-supported care tools also allow families to stay informed and connected while their loved one continues to live independently at home.
Our philosophy is to care for the whole person, ensuring that support extends beyond medical needs to include overall well-being and quality of life.
Activities of Daily Living, often abbreviated as ADLs, are critical self-care tasks that enable a person to live safely and independently. The primary ADLs typically include:
Understanding ADLs is crucial because many insurance and benefits programs use them to determine eligibility for in-home support. Long-term care insurance policies usually require assistance with at least two ADLs for benefits to apply, while certain veterans’ programs require support with three ADLs to qualify for in-home senior care.
If your loved one is having difficulty completing any of these tasks, we can help evaluate their needs, explain the available coverage options, and guide you through creating a care plan that ensures safety and independence at home.
Live-in care consists of a caregiver who lives in the home to provide ongoing, consistent assistance throughout the day and night. This caregiver supports personal care, meal preparation, mobility, companionship, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and transportation. Although the caregiver rests overnight, they remain on call in case any needs arise.
In comparison, 24-hour care involves a rotation of multiple caregivers, meaning seniors encounter different staff members throughout the day and night.
At Options Home Care, live-in care emphasizes stability and familiarity. Your loved one receives care from the same caregiver every day, fostering trust, emotional comfort, and daily routine stability rather than adjusting to a constantly rotating team.
Our live-in services extend to meal planning, mobility assistance, companionship, and help with essential daily routines. For seniors returning home from a hospital stay, we assist with discharge planning and provide guidance to make the transition as smooth and safe as possible.
For many families, choosing live-in care ensures a meaningful combination of continuity, connection, and reliable support, allowing seniors to maintain independence and comfort in their own home.
At Options Home Care, we accept multiple payment options to accommodate different needs, including private pay, long-term care insurance, and Medicare Part C Advantage Plans.
Long-term care insurance is designed to provide financial support for ongoing assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility. These plans are usually purchased in advance, often earlier in life, and are intended to provide long-term care solutions rather than short-term medical services.
Our knowledgeable team works directly with all long-term care insurance providers to verify coverage, submit claims, maintain accurate service documentation, and guide families step by step through the reimbursement process. This ensures your loved one receives consistent care while you do not have to worry about navigating complex paperwork.
Many of our veteran clients benefit from the VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care program, which is included in VA health benefits. This program provides non-medical in-home care designed to help veterans live independently, safely, and comfortably in their own homes. Common services include bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and other routine daily activities.
As an accredited VA community care provider, Options Home Care can receive payment directly from the VA for approved in-home care, removing the burden of coordinating reimbursement from families.
To qualify, veterans must:
Once a veteran is approved, our team works hand-in-hand with the VA and the assigned social worker to provide dependable, personalized care in the home. We also assist with the application process to simplify enrollment and ensure families receive the benefits they are entitled to.
Some veterans and surviving spouses may also qualify for additional support through programs such as VA Aid and Attendance. This program can help cover non-medical in-home care costs, taking into account factors such as service history, discharge status, care needs, and financial eligibility.
In most cases, in-home senior care can be arranged within one to two days, depending on the senior’s needs and caregiver availability. When a loved one is returning home from a hospital stay or requires immediate attention, our team acts quickly to evaluate the situation, design a comprehensive care plan, and coordinate all necessary services so that care is ready to begin without delay.
Yes, we provide in-home senior care throughout Elon and surrounding communities in Alamance County. Our caregivers work with families to ensure seniors have consistent, compassionate assistance while remaining in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes.
In-home care supports seniors in maintaining independence while staying in a familiar and comfortable environment. Caregivers assist with mobility, meals, and other daily tasks, enabling seniors to continue their routines and live independently rather than moving to an assisted living facility. This approach encourages self-sufficiency, enhances daily comfort, and improves overall quality of life.
Options Home Care provides families with the reassurance that their loved one is safe and supported. Caregivers assist with routine tasks, provide transportation, and offer continuous supervision, helping to ease the caregiving burden. This support allows families to remain engaged in their loved one’s life while having confidence that professional care is consistently provided.
Our Elon, NC caregivers help seniors with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and safe mobility, always prioritizing comfort and dignity. They also provide companionship and daily engagement, fostering confidence and emotional well-being. This combination of practical assistance and personal attention helps seniors enjoy a smoother, safer, and more satisfying daily life.
