Supporting an aging loved one in Prince George’s County involves more than meeting physical needs. It requires fostering a sense of purpose, connection, and independence that allows seniors to continue enjoying their daily lives with confidence. At Options Home Care, we focus on empowering older adults to remain in the comfort of their own homes while receiving attentive, respectful care that prioritizes their well-being and personal preferences.
Our caregivers are available 24/7 and are carefully selected for their compassion, professionalism, and dedication. They provide consistent support while also forming meaningful bonds that bring comfort and companionship into each home. Families rely on us not only for assistance but also for peace of mind, knowing their loved ones are cared for with kindness and respect. As a proud Best of Senior Care recipient for 10 consecutive years, we continue to set the standard for dependable and heartfelt in-home care nationwide.
As a Best of Senior Care recipient for 10 consecutive years, our team is trusted by families nationwide for compassionate, consistent in-home care.
Families throughout Prince George’s County often explore different types of care at home, beginning with an understanding of home health care as a clinical service. This type of care involves a nurse or therapist visiting the home to deliver skilled treatments such as wound care, injections, and rehabilitation therapies. These services are generally short term and provided under a physician’s direction after surgery or illness.
Home care serves a different and equally important role by focusing on non-medical support within the home. It addresses Activities of Daily Living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, and continence. The goal is to help individuals maintain independence while remaining in a familiar and comfortable environment.
At Options Home Care, our focus is on supporting daily life at home through consistent, hands-on assistance. We help with personal care, mobility, meal preparation, companionship, and memory support, ensuring that each individual receives the care they need to live comfortably at home. Our services are designed for long-term support rather than being limited to a specific medical episode.
Our approach goes beyond simply providing a caregiver. We create individualized care plans, coordinate discharge planning following hospital stays, and offer a range of flexible care options including daily care, live-in support, and respite care. Through our AI-enhanced home care tools, families are able to stay connected and informed while their loved one maintains independence within the home.
Rather than focusing solely on medical needs, we prioritize the whole person by supporting their routines, preferences, and overall quality of life at home.
Activities of Daily Living, often abbreviated as ADLs, represent the basic personal care functions that are necessary for an individual to live independently and maintain a safe, stable routine. These core daily activities generally include:
Understanding ADLs is important because they are widely used as a benchmark for determining eligibility for care services and financial support programs. Many long-term care insurance plans require assistance with at least two ADLs before coverage begins. Some veterans’ benefits programs have stricter requirements and may require assistance with three ADLs to qualify for in-home care.
When a loved one begins to struggle with these everyday tasks, it may be time to explore additional support. We can assist in assessing their needs and help guide you through the process of determining eligibility, coverage options, and care planning.
Live-in care involves a dedicated caregiver who resides in the home and provides consistent support throughout both the day and overnight hours. This level of care includes assistance with personal care, mobility, meals, companionship, medication reminders, housekeeping, errands, and transportation. The caregiver rests at night but remains available if support is needed.
In comparison, 24-hour care is structured around multiple caregivers working in rotating shifts. Caregivers enter and leave the home throughout the day and night, ensuring that someone is always present to provide supervision and assistance.
At Options Home Care, live-in care is centered on building strong, one-on-one relationships that promote comfort and trust. Rather than having multiple caregivers, your loved one receives care from a consistent professional who becomes part of their daily routine. This approach includes comprehensive support such as mobility assistance, meal planning and cooking, and companionship. We also coordinate discharge planning when transitioning home from a hospital stay to ensure continuity and safety.
For many families in Prince George’s County, this type of care provides a reliable combination of stability, personalized attention, and ongoing support in the home.
Options Home Care accepts private pay, long-term care insurance, and Medicare Part C Advantage Plans to provide families with a variety of payment options for in-home support.
Long-term care insurance is a private policy purchased well in advance of care needs, often in midlife, that provides financial support for ongoing assistance with essential daily activities. These activities commonly include bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, and mobility. Unlike standard health insurance, long-term care policies are designed to pay for custodial care whether provided at home, in an assisted living setting, or at a skilled nursing facility, ensuring extended support is available when it becomes necessary.
Benefits from long-term care insurance become accessible once eligibility requirements are met, which usually involve needing help with two or more activities of daily living or demonstrating a cognitive impairment. Options Home Care works closely with all long-term care insurance companies to confirm coverage, submit claims, maintain accurate documentation of services, and assist families throughout the reimbursement process. This ensures your focus can remain entirely on providing care rather than managing paperwork.
A significant number of our veteran clients access care through the VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care program. This program is included in VA health benefits and offers non-medical assistance in the home to help veterans maintain safety, independence, and dignity. The services provided are tailored to each veteran’s individual circumstances, ensuring support for daily routines while promoting overall well-being.
As an accredited VA community care provider, Options Home Care is authorized to receive direct payment from the VA for approved services, reducing the administrative burden on families and ensuring a seamless care experience.
Veterans must meet specific eligibility requirements, which include:
Once approved, we work closely with the VA and the designated social worker to provide consistent, personalized care in the home. Our team also guides families through the application process to make it as simple and efficient as possible.
Certain veterans and surviving spouses may also qualify for additional support through programs such as VA Aid and Attendance, which can help offset non-medical home care costs depending on service history, discharge type, level of care required, and financial guidelines.
Yes. Each caregiver is thoroughly screened and evaluated before joining our team. We verify credentials, conduct multiple reference checks, assess skills, and evaluate experience. Families can trust that the caregivers we provide are both highly qualified and deeply committed to delivering compassionate and reliable care.
Yes. In addition to hands-on assistance with daily living activities, memory support, companionship, and continuous hourly care, we integrate advanced AI technology to enhance safety and engagement. This includes virtual reality therapy, wearable health monitors, fall detection systems, and robotic companion pets that provide comfort and social interaction.
Care can be initiated in a matter of days. After reviewing your loved one’s needs and preferences, we work promptly to connect you with a caregiver who matches both the care requirements and personal compatibility.
Yes. Families have the opportunity to meet and interview caregivers before the first day of service. This ensures a positive connection and confidence in the care arrangement.
Yes. We can collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure a seamless transition from hospital or clinic to home. This coordination includes communicating care plans, tracking ongoing needs, and assisting with follow-up services to maintain continuity of care.
Yes. Our respite care options allow families to take short breaks while ensuring their loved one continues to receive professional care. This can include a few hours of support, longer daytime shifts, or temporary overnight or full-time coverage as needed.
Yes. Care plans are adaptable to changing circumstances. Families can increase hours, adjust the level of support, or modify routines to meet evolving care needs.
Yes. Care can be provided on weekends, holidays, and any time your loved one requires assistance, offering uninterrupted and reliable support.
