Frequently Asked Questions

What can non-medical in-home care do for you?

 Most people don’t realize how helpful non-medical, in-home services can be until they have the need for this type of help in their lives. These services can support the independence and enhance quality of life of yourself or a family member. 

How will you know when it is time to get in-home care?

 When the basic Activity of Daily Living (ADL) become unsafe or too difficult to handle alone. Help with ADL could allow an individual to remain in their own home safely and for a longer period of time. 

What services does Private Home Care offer?

 Our services have different levels, from light housekeeping, cooking, laundry, medication reminders and transportation to more in-depth care, including 24 hour and hospice. Our staff is hospice certified. 

What is the cost for an in-home assessment?

FREE! With no obligation our coordinators will come to your home, sit down with you and work out what is best for you.

Why is it important the company is insured and bonded?

  

It is important that the person or company you hire to take care of your loved one is insured and bonded. Bonds protect the consumer (client) from such things as fraud and theft. Liability insurance protects the consumer (client) from being responsible when/if the staff gets hurt while working with your loved one or on your property. 

Do you cover my area?

Maine is a rural state, and our coverage area depends on many things! Please feel free to call us and ask! 

How can in-home care help our family?

 Having trained professionals attend to increasing needs often benefits the entire family. Family members are spared from becoming full-time care-takers and the individual with the need is also spared the feeling of losing dignity, or becoming a burden and tend to stay more independent. Professional input often lessens the stress on a family and preserves relationships.  

What is Personal Care?

Personal care may include assistance with feeding, bathing, dressing, mouth care, incontinence and mobility.  Please click the button bellow to get more information about the services we offer. 

Are Private Home Care’s staff medical professionals?

 Private Home Care, Inc. is a state-registered agency which addresses the health, safety, and nutritional aspects of care, along with individual interest and activity. We are trained professionals but we do not provide medical diagnosis or treatments that by law must be administrated by licensed medical personnel.