Families researching support at home often come across two terms: home health and home care. They sound similar, but they describe different types of assistance.
Home health: clinical care
Home health typically involves skilled services such as nursing or therapy based on individual needs and an established plan of care. These services focus on clinical support in the home.
Home care: help with everyday routines
Non-medical home care can help with personal routines, companionship and practical day-to-day tasks. It may also provide respite for family caregivers.
Where to begin
A useful first step is to describe the support needed and ask which service is appropriate. Affiniti Care can discuss its available home-based service options and next steps.