Who It’s For
Flexible support for the life your loved one already has
For many families, hourly care is the right place to start. It can provide a little extra help now, and grow or change over time as needs evolve.
Flexible Home Care Scheduling
Common hourly care schedules
Every family’s routine is different. These are a few common ways families use hourly care, but your schedule will be built around your loved one’s needs and everyday routine.
Hourly vs. Live-In
How to choose between hourly and live-in care
| Consideration | Hourly Care | Live-In Care |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Specific parts of the day, respite, recovery | Around-the-clock needs, advanced dementia, high fall risk |
| Typical Shift | 4-12 hours per visit | Caregiver present day and night |
| Billing | Hourly rate | Flat daily rate, lower cost per hour |
| Cost Crossover | Usually more economical below roughly 10-12 hours/day | Usually more economical above roughly 10-12 hours/day |
| Overnight Safety | Only during scheduled overnight shifts | Someone in the home every night |
Hourly Care FAQs
Common questions
Respite care is temporary, scheduled support that gives family caregivers time to rest, recharge or step away when needed. It can be a few hours each week or longer-term support while you travel, with a two-week minimum service commitment. For many families, respite care is an important part of making care at home work well over time.
That’s always our goal. We prioritize a small, consistent care team so your loved one sees familiar faces. If a regular caregiver is unavailable, we will send someone who is trained with your loved one’s specific care plan.
Yes. Your schedule can adjust as needs change. We simply ask for reasonable notice whenever possible so we can maintain consistency for both your family and your caregivers. There’s no long-term contract.
Let’s find the right amount of support for your family
Start with a free consultation. We’ll listen to what’s happening, talk through your options and recommend a schedule that fits your loved one’s needs routine.
