Do you struggle with the thought of keeping your loved one safe while letting him remain at home? Does your mother need help around the house as she ages? Is the stress of caring for your father and managing your family life affecting your health and your job? Care At Home bridges the gap between total independence and skilled nursing care. We offer a variety of care—from companionship and light housekeeping to medication reminders—with no minimum number of hours. Whether you need help for a few hours each day or assistance from breakfast to dinner, we have a service to meet your loved one’s unique needs.

Experience and peace of mind
Our experienced caregivers are Meritus Health employees and members of the local community, familiar with the resources available in Washington County. We conduct criminal background and reference checks on each caregiver, and provide registered nurse supervision for each client. And you’ll have peace of mind knowing our staff is CPR-certified by hospital personnel.

Our services
We help seniors live at home independently by providing in-home care and elder companionship. We even give blood draws at your residence for routine laboratory tests. Some of the many services we offer include the following:

Transportation
Travel within a 100-mile radius of Hagerstown
Appointments, shopping, etc.

Daily living activities
Bathing and oral hygiene
Toileting assistance
Grooming and dressing guidance
Transferring and mobility assistance
Eating assistance
Medication reminders

Light housekeeping
Planning, preparing, and cleaning up after meals
Changing linens and washing laundry
Taking out the garbage
Running errands and grocery shopping

Companionship
Assisting with exercise or daily walks
Playing games and cards
Reminiscing about the past and discussing current events
Providing respite for family members

Getting the help you need
Our in-home assessment by a registered nurse helps you determine the type and level of care needed. Understanding your requirements and providing reliable care is important to us. That is why we assign two to three care providers to each client—so your loved one sees a familiar face at every visit. Before any services begin, we provide a written financial estimate and detailed monthly billing statements.

Care At Home offers weekday services from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, with weekend hours available. Call us at 301-766-7801 to schedule a consultation.