Personal Care & Companionship

Certain Life Situations and Health Conditions Require Extra Support

Injury, surgery, chronic illness, aging, mobility limitations, memory changes, isolation, and other life circumstances can make everyday activities more difficult. Sometimes, a little extra help and human connection can make a meaningful difference in safety, comfort, and quality of life.

 

That’s why Guardian Home Care of IN offers Personal Care and Companionship Services. Our caregivers provide personalized assistance with daily activities along with emotional support, meaningful interaction, and companionship to help individuals live more safely and comfortably at home.

How Guardian Home Care of IN Can Help

Our caregivers provide personalized support based on each individual’s needs, abilities, and daily routines. Care may include help with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, transferring, mobility, meal preparation, feeding, medication reminders, light housekeeping, laundry, and other everyday activities.

Beyond hands-on support, our caregivers provide companionship, emotional support, conversation, and engaging activities that help reduce isolation and encourage meaningful participation in daily life.

Our team also helps individuals and families understand Medicaid and private pay options, navigate eligibility and the application process when applicable, and take the next steps toward starting care.

Personal Care and Companionship Services We Offer

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Light Housekeeping

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Laundry

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Bathroom Cleaning

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Taking Trash to the Curb

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Bathing

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Teeth Brushing

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Grooming

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Dressing

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Toileting

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Incontinence Care

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Meal Preparation

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Transferring

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Help Walking

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Help Walking

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Medication Reminders

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Help With Communication

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Engaging Interactions

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Help Reminiscing

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Emotional Support

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Social Activities

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Recreational Activities

Does Medicaid Cover In-Home Personal Care and Companionship Services in Indiana?

Yes. Eligible individuals may receive Medicaid-funded in-home support through Indiana waiver programs, including the PathWays Medicaid Waiver for adults age 60 and older and the Health & Wellness Waiver for eligible individuals age 59 and younger. Eligibility depends on Medicaid requirements, care needs, level-of-care criteria, and the applicable waiver program. Guardian Home Care of IN works with Anthem, Humana, and UnitedHealthcare through PathWays and provides eligible services based on each individual’s approved service plan.

Not sure if you or your loved one may qualify? Call our team or request a callback for guidance on eligibility, coverage, and next steps to get started.

Funding Options for Personal Care and Companionship in Indiana

There are a few ways to pay for personal care and companionship services in Indiana. Two of the primary options available through Guardian Home Care of IN are eligible Medicaid-funded services and private pay. Our team helps individuals and families understand their options and the next steps for getting started.

Steps To Receiving Personal Care and Companionship With Guardian Home Care of IN

The process for starting care depends on how your services will be funded and where you are in the care process. Whether you’re exploring Medicaid-funded support, already have approved services, are switching providers, or need private pay care, our team helps you understand and coordinate the next steps.

(A) Steps to Receiving Personal Care and Companionship Through Indiana Medicaid

Complete The Assessment Process

Your care needs are assessed to determine eligibility and approved services. Depending on the waiver and available capacity, you may be placed on a waiting list before moving forward.

Choose Your Home Care Provider

Let your case manager or service coordinator know you’d like Guardian Home Care of Indiana to provide your care. Already receiving services? Contact us to discuss switching providers.

Complete Intake and Match Your Caregiver

We complete intake, review your care needs and approved services, match your caregiver, and coordinate the next steps for starting care.

Start Receiving Care

Once the required steps are complete, your in-home care services can begin.

(B) Steps To Receiving Personal Care and Companionship Using Private Pay

In-Home Assessment

Our team reviews your home environment, safety considerations, care needs, daily routines, and preferences to help develop an individualized care plan.

Caregiver Matching

We match and coordinate your caregiver based on your care needs, schedule, preferences, and personalized care plan.

Start Receiving Care

Once the care plan and caregiver arrangements are in place, services can begin with ongoing support from our team.

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 NH
“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 NH

We strive to be the trusted partner Indiana families turn to for reliable and compassionate care in the comfort of home. We also support families exploring care options that may involve a trusted family member or friend.