Because home is where seniors belong.
Our 10-year streak as Best of Senior Care reflects our unwavering dedication to providing seniors with reliable, empathetic, and family-trusted support.
At Options Home Care, we believe aging should never mean giving up independence or dignity. Our Gaithersburg, Maryland team is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized in-home care that allows seniors to live comfortably and safely in their own homes. Whether your loved one needs companionship, personal care, or specialized services, we are here to help.
24/7 care in the comfort of home, ensuring safety and companionship.
Assisting seniors with all ADLs including bathing, grooming, mobility and more.
At Options Home Care, we focus on more than daily assistance, offering in-home care in Chevy Chase that builds relationships, encourages independence, and provides families with confidence in the quality of support offered.
Alec has a career spanning 30 years, focused on building relationships and ensuring excellent client satisfaction. With a passion for innovation and education, Alec strives to create services and solutions to meet our client family’s needs while also creating new advancement opportunities for employees and caregivers.
Alec earned an MBA from the Wharton School of Business and a BS in Economics and MIS from the University of Delaware. In his spare time, Alec enjoys hiking in the mountains with his 2 dogs and adding to his 60+ country world travel list.
Ebony serves as Director of Care Quality, overseeing clinical standards, service delivery, and continuous quality improvement across the organization. With a strong commitment to safety, dignity, and compassionate care, Ebony ensures that every client receives services that meet or exceed industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
In this role, Ebony is responsible for developing and monitoring care protocols, conducting quality assurance reviews, and supporting caregivers through training, supervision, and performance improvement. She works closely with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to address concerns proactively and to adapt care plans as client needs evolve.
Ashley serves as our Director of Community Relations, responsible for building strong partnerships with senior healthcare providers and community organizations throughout PG County and Southern Maryland. With extensive experience in senior care and healthcare outreach, Ashley is deeply committed to ensuring individuals and families receive timely, compassionate, and high-quality support as they navigate care transitions from hospital to home.
In this role, Ashley works closely with hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, physician practices, and social service agencies to educate partners on home care solutions that promote safety, independence, and continuity of care. A key part of her responsibilities includes visiting clients and families in hospitals to assess needs, provide guidance, and help coordinate a smooth transition from inpatient care to the home setting. These in-person visits allow Ashley to build trust, address concerns in real time, and ensure care plans are aligned with clinical recommendations and family goals.
Rochelle acts as a trusted liaison between clients, caregivers, and internal teams, helping to match each client with the right level of care while addressing concerns promptly and compassionately. Known for their responsiveness and attention to detail, Rochelle works closely with families to navigate care options, coordinate services, and adapt care plans as needs evolve.
Rochelle brings a relationship-driven approach to their work, grounded in empathy, clear communication, and accountability. Her goal is not only to meet expectations but to exceed them by creating a seamless, personalized experience for every household served.
As our Senior Care Advisor and Intake Manager, Jerry serves as the first point of contact for individuals and families seeking trusted in-home care. With a strong understanding of care needs and a kind heart, Jerry guides families through the intake process with clarity, compassion, and professionalism. His expertise is in quickly understanding the issues our clients are facing and providing care solutions to meet their specific needs.
With a strong foundation of service and leadership, Roderick brings a mission-driven approach to their role as a Home Care Recruiter. As a proud military veteran, he developed a deep sense of responsibility, discipline, and respect for teamwork – values that continue to guide his work today.
In the home care industry, Roderick is dedicated to identifying compassionate, dependable caregivers who share a commitment to serving others. He focuses on building meaningful relationships with candidates, understanding their strengths, and matching them with clients where they can truly make a difference.
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Home health care in Chevy Chase delivers medical treatments in the home, provided by licensed professionals for services such as therapy, injections, and wound care. These services are typically short-term and ordered by a physician to address specific medical needs.
In-home senior care in Chevy Chase prioritizes daily living assistance. Seniors benefit from support with bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, and maintaining continence, which helps them continue living comfortably and safely at home.
Options Home Care offers comprehensive support including personal care, meal preparation, mobility assistance, companionship, and memory care. Care is ongoing, designed to help your loved one remain safe and independent. We also create individualized care plans, manage hospital discharge support, and offer flexible care options. Our AI-enhanced technology allows families to stay connected and informed about their loved one’s well-being.
We take a holistic approach, looking at your loved one’s full needs rather than focusing solely on medical issues, ensuring overall safety, independence, and quality of life.
ADLs are basic self-care tasks required for independent living. These include:
Activities of Daily Living play an important role in deciding eligibility for a variety of benefits. Many insurance plans require that a person needs help with at least two ADLs, while certain veteran programs may require three before services can begin. If your loved one needs assistance, we can assess their level of need and guide you through the process of obtaining coverage and arranging in-home support.
Live-in care includes a single caregiver residing in the home who provides ongoing support around the clock. This caregiver assists with routine daily activities and remains available overnight. By having one consistent caregiver, your loved one develops trust and familiarity, which enhances comfort and the quality of care.
Twenty-four-hour care operates differently, as it involves several caregivers who rotate shifts to provide continuous supervision and assistance throughout the day and night.
We also provide hourly care for families who need more flexible assistance for specific parts of the day. This can include help following a hospital stay, assistance with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, mobility support, and companionship, allowing your loved one to remain safe and independent at home.
Seniors living in Chevy Chase can use private pay, long-term care insurance, or Medicare Part C Advantage Plans to secure in-home care that supports daily living and maintains safety, comfort, and independence at home.
Long-term care insurance is designed to fund ongoing support with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and meal preparation. Policies are typically purchased in advance and are meant for extended care rather than short-term medical services.
Options Home Care helps families in Chevy Chase navigate coverage by verifying insurance, initiating claims, documenting the care delivered, and guiding reimbursement, ensuring seniors can continue living independently in the comfort of their home.
Many veterans rely on the VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care program to receive in-home assistance. This program is part of VA health benefits and offers non-medical support to ensure veterans can remain safe and independent in their own homes. Typical services include help with personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and other daily living activities.
As a VA-accredited community care provider, Options Home Care can bill the VA directly to deliver approved in-home care senior care services.
To be eligible, veterans must:
After approval, our team works closely with the VA and the assigned social worker to provide consistent, individualized care at home. We are also available to assist families through the application process.
Some veterans and surviving spouses may also qualify for additional programs, including VA Aid and Attendance, which can help cover the costs of non-medical care depending on service history, discharge status, care requirements, and financial eligibility.
In many circumstances, in-home care services can commence within 24 to 48 hours. If your loved one experiences a sudden change or requires assistance after leaving the hospital, we act swiftly to determine the level of care needed and arrange the appropriate services.
Yes, we support seniors in Chevy Chase and across Montgomery County with in-home senior care. When your loved one needs assistance to maintain independence and safety at home, Options Home Care provides access to personalized care services.
Yes. Families can meet and communicate with caregivers before care begins to select someone whose skills, personality, and approach match the needs of their loved one. This ensures a strong, trusting relationship and smooth introduction into the home.
In-home care provides reassurance to families while meeting the daily needs of your loved one. Caregivers offer companionship, structure, and attention at home, which alleviates anxiety for family members and makes it easier to stay involved without becoming overwhelmed.
Our individualized care plans reflect each person’s lifestyle, routine, and level of support needed. Care includes hands-on assistance with daily activities and is delivered with empathy and respect, helping your loved one maintain comfort, autonomy, and confidence in their home environment.
High-quality in-home care provides seniors with the opportunity to live independently while receiving professional assistance in their own familiar surroundings. Caregivers offer help with daily living activities, mobility, medication management, and social interaction, helping make each day more structured and manageable. This type of care not only maintains independence but also enhances the sense of security and well-being for your loved one.
Options Home Care creates individualized care plans that reflect your loved one’s habits, preferences, and health needs. Our caregivers work in coordination with healthcare providers when required, ensuring that care at home aligns with medical recommendations. The plan is regularly reassessed and modified to meet changing needs, providing continuous, safe, and comfortable support at home.