Senior Care Services

Aging Brings Changes That Can Feel Overwhelming

Seniors commonly experience changes in mobility, strength, memory, balance, and overall independence as they age. Everyday tasks that once felt simple can become physically and emotionally exhausting — not only for seniors, but for the family members supporting them. The right care can make a meaningful difference. With dependable in-home support, older adults in Hartford, New Haven, and communities throughout Connecticut can remain safer, more comfortable, and more connected while continuing to live at home.

How Guardian Home Care of CT Can Help

Our Connecticut senior care services help older adults remain safe and comfortable at home, whether occasionally or on an ongoing basis. Care may include help with mobility, hygiene, dressing, meals, housekeeping, medication reminders, and companionship, always delivered with dignity and compassion.


Care can come from a trained caregiver on our team or, through Connecticut’s Adult Family Living (AFL) program, from a family member or friend living in the home. Our team helps families navigate Medicaid eligibility and AFL through the Department of Social Services, and makes getting started feel manageable.

Senior Care Services We Offer

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Help With Mobility

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Personal Hygiene

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Toileting Support

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Dressing and Grooming

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Meal Preparation and Feeding

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Medication Reminders

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Housekeeping and Laundry

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Transportation To Doctor Appointments

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Help With Assistive Technology

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Emotional Support

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Companionship

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Assistance with Communication

Funding Options for Senior Care in Connecticut

The two options below are available through Connecticut’s Medicaid and state-funded home care programs for those who qualify: care from our professional caregivers, or care from an eligible family member or friend through Adult Family Living (AFL). Our team guides you through each step.
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(A) Professional Caregiving

In-home care from our trained caregivers, available through CHCPE (ages 65+) or the PCA waiver (ages 18 to 64) for those who qualify.
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(B) Paid Family Caregiving

AFL, offered under CHCPE and the PCA waiver, pays an eligible family member or friend living in the home to provide the care they already give.

Steps To Receiving Senior Care With Guardian Home Care of CT

The process for starting in-home senior care in Connecticut depends on your situation. Whether you’re pursuing care from professional caregivers or from a family member or friend through Adult Family Living (AFL), our team helps guide you through each step.

(A) Steps To Receiving Senior Care With Our Professional Caregivers

Apply for Connecticut Home Care Programs

Apply through the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) to confirm your eligibility for CHCPE. For help applying, call DSS at 800-445-5394.

Complete The Assessment

Once approved, a case manager assesses your care needs and explains your service options.

Get Matched with a Caregiver

We match you with a professional caregiver based on your needs, preferences, and schedule.

Complete Caregiver Onboarding

We coordinate background checks, training, and paperwork before services begin.

Start Receiving Care

Once authorization and onboarding are complete, care begins at home.

(B) Steps To Receiving Senior Care From Family or Friends Through Adult Family Living (AFL)

Apply for Adult Family Living (AFL)

Apply through DSS for CHCPE, the program that offers AFL, which pays eligible family or friend caregivers. For help applying, call DSS at 800-445-5394.

Complete The AFL Assessment

Once approved, a case manager reviews AFL eligibility and discusses the household caregiver arrangement.

Choose Your Family Caregiver

An eligible family member or friend living in the same household may be approved to provide, and be paid for, care.

Complete Caregiver Onboarding

We coordinate the paperwork and requirements needed before payments and care begin.

Start Receiving Care

Once authorization and onboarding are complete, your family caregiver begins providing paid care at home.

Client Stories

“Anne is hands down the most wonderful aide I’ve ever had. She takes care of everything I need–laundry, cleaning, and more. She’s always there for me, even in the middle of the night. I really appreciate all her hard work, and I just love when she comes by. Anne is the sweetest, and I want everyone to know how much she means to me”.
Mr. Gary – Client with Guardian Home Care of Kansas
“Thank you for sending Stevie! Oh I just loved her to pieces, I just wanted to let you know that she did a wonderful job and I could probably just keep her forever.”
Colleen - Client with Guardian Home Care of Kansas

We strive to be the trusted partner families turn to for reliable and compassionate care in the comfort of their own homes. We also support Family Caregivers to get paid for the care they already provide.