Goodwill Helping Hands

Goodwill Helping Hands is a homecare agency serving Lancaster, Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania, homecare agencies are typically regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Health and generally must maintain a Home Care Agency License or Home Care Registry License. Pennsylvania requires licensure for Home Care Agencies and Home Care Registries.

Payment Options: In Pennsylvania, Medicaid may help pay for homecare services through programs like Community HealthChoices. These Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers help eligible individuals receive care at home instead of in an institutional setting. Contact Pennsylvania Department of Human Services or visit https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/Medicaid-LTSS.aspx 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 Pennsylvania Department of Health for more information about homecare services in Pennsylvania.

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