Home care refers to services provided to people who need help with certain daily activities but don’t require medical care. That may include bathing, dressing, meal preparation, transportation to medical appointments, light housekeeping, companionship, and other tasks which allow the person to remain independent for as long as possible. Home care is typically paid for by some long-term care insurance, private pay, some Medicare Advantage plans (limited), Medicaid, or a combination of sources.
Some Medicare Advantage plans may pay for limited home care services, such as home-delivered meals or a temporary aide, although the Trump administration is considering rolling back these additional benefits.