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.
Having earned the Best of Senior Care award for ten consecutive years, our team has become a trusted choice for families across the country who value compassionate and dependable support.
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 deliver personalized in-home senior care designed to meet each individual’s needs while giving families confidence and reassurance. Our caregivers go beyond providing assistance by forming meaningful relationships, building trust over time, and creating a warm and supportive environment in every home they serve.
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 is centered on medical treatment and is considered a clinical service provided by licensed professionals. A nurse or therapist visits the home to deliver skilled services such as wound care, injections, or occupational and physical therapy. These services are typically short-term and are provided after a surgery, illness, or hospital stay, usually under the direction of a physician.
In-home senior care serves a very different purpose. It is focused on supporting Activities of Daily Living, which are essential self-care tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, and maintaining continence. These services help seniors manage their daily routines and maintain independence.
At Options Home Care, we provide practical, hands-on assistance that supports everyday living. This includes help with bathing, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, companionship, memory care, and ongoing daily support. Our services are not limited to recovery from a medical event, but are designed to help your loved one remain safe, comfortable, and independent at home over the long term.
What makes our approach different is the level of care and coordination we provide. We go beyond simply assigning a caregiver by developing a personalized care plan, assisting with discharge planning when a loved one returns home from the hospital, and offering services such as daily personal care, live-in care, and respite care based on individual needs. Our AI-supported care tools also help families stay informed and connected while their loved one continues to live independently at home.
Our focus extends beyond managing a condition, as we are committed to supporting the whole person in a way that enhances quality of life.
Activities of Daily Living, commonly known as ADLs, are essential self-care tasks that individuals must be able to perform to maintain independent living. These core activities typically include:
ADLs are important because many benefits programs and insurance policies use them to determine eligibility for in-home support. Most long-term care insurance policies require that a person need assistance with at least two ADLs before coverage begins. Certain programs for veterans require help with three ADLs to qualify for approved in-home senior care services.
If your loved one is experiencing challenges with any of these daily tasks, our team can provide a thorough assessment of their needs and guide you through available options for care planning and coverage.
Live-in care means a dedicated caregiver stays in the home, providing consistent support throughout the day and night. This caregiver assists with personal care, meal preparation, mobility, companionship, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and transportation. While they rest overnight, they remain available if your loved one needs assistance at any time.
In contrast, 24-hour care typically involves multiple caregivers who rotate in shifts, resulting in different staff coming in and out of the home throughout the day and night.
At Options Home Care, our live-in care approach offers a more personal and stable experience. Seniors work with the same caregiver each day, allowing them to build trust, develop familiarity, and enjoy a sense of emotional security rather than constantly adjusting to a rotating team.
Our services extend beyond basic care to include meal planning, mobility support, companionship, and assistance with daily routines. If your loved one is returning home from a hospital stay, we help coordinate that transition to make it as smooth and stress-free as possible.
For many families, live-in care provides the ideal balance of consistency, emotional connection, and reliable support that allows seniors to remain comfortable and independent in their own home.
At Options Home Care, we proudly accept multiple payment methods, including private pay, long-term care insurance, and Medicare Part C Advantage Plans.
Long-term care insurance is specifically designed to help cover the cost of extended support for daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility. These policies are typically purchased well in advance, often earlier in life, and are intended for ongoing, long-term care rather than short-term medical treatments or post-hospital recovery.
Our experienced team works directly with all long-term care insurance providers to verify coverage, initiate claims, document the services provided, and guide families through the reimbursement process. This allows you to concentrate on ensuring your loved one receives quality care while we handle the administrative details efficiently.
Many veterans rely on the VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care program, which is part of VA health benefits. This program provides non-medical in-home support to help veterans maintain independence, stay safe, and remain in their own homes. Typical services often include bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and other essential daily tasks.
As an accredited VA community care provider, Options Home Care can receive direct payment from the VA for approved in-home senior care services, ensuring families do not have to manage reimbursement themselves.
To qualify, veterans must:
Once approved, our team works closely with both the VA and the assigned social worker to deliver dependable, personalized care tailored to each veteran’s needs. We also assist families step by step through the application process to make accessing benefits easier.
Some veterans and surviving spouses may also be eligible for additional programs such as VA Aid and Attendance, which can help cover non-medical in-home senior care costs based on service history, discharge status, care requirements, and financial eligibility.
In many situations, in-home care can be arranged within 24 to 48 hours, depending on the urgency of your needs and the availability of trained caregivers. When a loved one is returning home from a hospital stay or when immediate support is necessary, our team acts swiftly to evaluate care requirements, create a personalized care plan, and coordinate services so that assistance is in place without unnecessary delays.
Yes, we proudly serve Graham and neighboring communities throughout Alamance County. Our team works closely with families in the area to provide dependable in-home senior care, ensuring seniors receive compassionate support in the comfort of their own homes.
In-home care allows seniors to remain in familiar surroundings while receiving highly individualized support tailored to their daily routines. Rather than relocating to an assisted living facility, seniors can continue their regular schedules with assistance from professional caregivers who help with mobility, meal preparation, and other essential daily activities. This approach encourages independence while promoting safety, comfort, and overall quality of life.
In-home care with Options Home Care gives family members the support they need while ensuring their loved one receives reliable caregiving services. Caregivers can help with daily routines, transportation to doctor appointments, and ongoing supervision, which reduces stress for families. This allows you to stay involved while knowing your loved one is safe, supported, and cared for at home.
Professional caregivers with Options Home Care in Graham, NC, help seniors with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, meals, and mobility in a manner that prioritizes dignity and comfort. In addition, caregivers provide companionship, social engagement, and consistent daily support, allowing your loved one to feel confident and at ease. This combination of practical assistance and emotional support helps make daily life more manageable and enjoyable.
