Home Helpers Home Care of Ashland & Portsmouth

Home Helpers Home Care of Ashland & Portsmouth is a homecare agency serving Wheelersburg, Ohio and surrounding areas. Homecare agencies provide non-medical personal care services that allow individuals to remain safely in their homes while receiving assistance with daily activities.

Services provided by homecare agencies typically include personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming), companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, transportation to appointments, and respite care for family caregivers.

In Ohio, homecare agencies are typically regulated by the Ohio Department of Health and generally must maintain a Non-Medical Home Health Agency License. Ohio requires licensure for Non-Medical Home Health Agencies.

Payment Options: In Ohio, Medicaid may help pay for homecare services through programs like PASSPORT, MyCare Ohio. These Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers help eligible individuals receive care at home instead of in an institutional setting. Contact Ohio Department of Medicaid or visit https://medicaid.ohio.gov/ to learn about eligibility and how to apply.

When selecting a homecare agency, consider factors such as caregiver screening procedures, training requirements, supervision practices, and the agency's responsiveness to client needs and concerns. Visit Ohio Department of Health for more information about homecare services in Ohio.

Licensing requirements and regulations may change. We recommend verifying current requirements directly with your state's licensing agency.