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At Options Home Care, we believe aging should never mean giving up independence or dignity. Our Indiana 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.
Compassionate homecare for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
24/7 care in the comfort of home, ensuring safety and companionship.
Our team has been honored with the Best of Senior Care award for ten consecutive years, making us a trusted choice for families seeking reliable and compassionate support.
24/7 care in the comfort of home, ensuring safety and companionship.
Assisting seniors with all ADLs including bathing, grooming, mobility and more.
Seamless transitions for seniors from hospital to home for a safe recovery.
Meaningful connection and emotional support to reduce loneliness and enhance daily life for seniors.
Innovative tools to keep seniors connected, safe, and independent in their own homes.
In Hammond, Options Home Care delivers senior care customized to each individual, supporting independence at home while offering families reassurance. Our caregivers focus on building strong bonds and providing compassionate presence in every Hammond home.
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With over a decade of experience in healthcare and a heart for service, Bridgette Knight, RN, opened an Options franchise to provide compassionate, personalized home care to individuals and families in Northwest Indiana. As a registered nurse and dedicated community advocate, Bridgette saw a growing need for dependable, respectful care that supports people’s independence while honoring their dignity. Bridgette is hands-on in every aspect of the agency. Alongside her experienced care coordinators and a team of skilled and compassionate caregivers, she works tirelessly to ensure every client feels seen, valued, and cared for like family. Her mission is simple: to provide clients with more options so they can feel cared for, respected, and confidently safe—right in the comfort of their own home.
Anna-Alicia Cavazos brings compassion, organization, and dedication to her role as Care Coordinator at Options. She is deeply committed to client satisfaction, working closely with families and caregivers to create seamless care experiences that meet both needs and expectations. Anna-Alicia is the friendly voice behind the scenes – coordinating schedules, responding to client needs, and making sure every client receives the attention and respect they deserve. Her commitment to quality care and her genuine love for helping others make her an invaluable part of our team.
Our service area includes:
Let’s start with a free phone consultation to learn more about your family’s care needs.
Our team will provide the support and services your loved one needs to maintain independence at home—with peace of mind for you.
Let’s start with a free phone consultation to learn more about your family’s care needs.
Our team will provide the support and services your loved one needs to maintain independence at home—with peace of mind for you.
Home health care addresses medical requirements, delivered by licensed practitioners who provide interventions such as wound management, injections, monitoring recovery, or therapy prescribed by a physician. These services are often time-limited and follow surgery, acute illness, or hospital stays.
In-home senior care emphasizes everyday living support. It helps seniors with personal needs and Activities of Daily Living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, mobility, and continence management, allowing them to maintain their lifestyle at home.
Options Home Care delivers hands-on, practical support for daily routines, including personal care, meal assistance, mobility support, companionship, and memory support. Care is ongoing and structured to keep seniors safe and comfortable. We also develop individualized care plans, assist with transitions from hospital to home, and offer flexible services such as live-in and respite care. Our AI-enhanced technology helps families track progress while promoting independence.
Our philosophy centers on caring for the entire individual, addressing medical, emotional, and social needs rather than focusing solely on conditions or diagnoses.
Activities of Daily Living consist of the basic personal care tasks required for an individual to maintain a self-sufficient lifestyle. These tasks often include:
These tasks serve as a standard for determining eligibility for care-related benefits. Many long-term care insurance plans stipulate that assistance is needed with at least two Activities of Daily Living, while certain veterans’ programs may require support with three tasks. If your loved one is struggling with any of the activities mentioned previously, we can provide a thorough assessment of their needs and guide you in navigating care services, coverage options, and available resources.
Live-in care provides a caregiver who stays in the home to offer assistance throughout the day and overnight, helping with personal hygiene, meals, mobility, companionship, and other essential tasks. Although caregivers rest during the night, they remain available whenever support is needed.
In contrast, 24-hour home care is staffed by caregivers who work in rotating shifts to maintain continuous awake supervision and ongoing care coverage.
With Options Home Care, live-in care emphasizes consistency and connection. Seniors work with the same caregiver every day, creating trust and comfort. Our team also helps with transitions from hospital to home, supports daily routines, assists with meals, and provides companionship to enhance overall quality of life.
At Options Home Care, we make care accessible by accepting private pay, long-term care insurance, and Medicare Part C Advantage Plans.
Long-term care insurance helps offset the cost of continuous support with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and mobility assistance. These policies are typically arranged earlier in life and are intended to provide coverage for long-term care needs rather than short-term medical services.
Our knowledgeable team partners with long-term care insurance providers to verify your benefits, initiate claims, ensure accurate service documentation, and assist you throughout the reimbursement journey. This support helps reduce stress and allows families to remain focused on care and well-being.
Many veterans we assist receive care through the VA’s VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care program, which is included as part of VA health benefits. This program focuses on providing non-medical care in the home so veterans can remain independent and secure. Services typically include help with bathing, dressing, grooming, preparing meals, light housekeeping, and other daily living activities.
As an accredited VA community care provider, Options Home Care can receive direct payment from the VA for delivering approved in-home senior care services.
To become eligible, veterans must complete the following steps:
Once approved, we maintain close communication with both the VA and the assigned social worker to ensure reliable and personalized care is delivered in the home. We are also available to guide families through each step of the application process.
Additional support may be available to some veterans and surviving spouses through programs such as VA Aid and Attendance, which can assist with covering the cost of non-medical in-home care depending on eligibility factors such as service history, discharge classification, care requirements, and financial criteria.
We understand that timing is important, which is why our compassionate home care can often start within 24 to 48 hours, depending on your needs and caregiver availability. If your loved one is being discharged from the hospital or requires immediate care, we move efficiently to complete an assessment, establish a care plan, and implement services right away.
In-home care through our team goes well beyond basic assistance. We offer a wide range of services such as personal care, mobility support, meal preparation, companionship, and help with everyday routines. Many families view this as a preferred alternative to assisted living facilities, as it enables their loved one to remain at home while receiving consistent and high-quality care that supports independence and quality of life.
In-home care supports seniors by allowing them to remain in their own home while receiving consistent help from compassionate caregivers. This arrangement often contributes to a more predictable daily routine, increased comfort, and a greater level of independence. It also offers family members confidence and reassurance that their loved one is safe and properly cared for.
