Deciding whether it’s time for extra help at home is one of the hardest decisions a family can face. These resources are here to help you think it through, and to answer the questions we hear most often from Dubuque-area families.

Signs Your Loved One May Need Help at Home

• Missed medications or mixed-up prescriptions
• Unopened mail, unpaid bills, or a home that isn’t kept up like it used to be
• Noticeable weight loss or spoiled food in the fridge
• New bruises, falls, or trouble getting around safely
• Withdrawing from friends, hobbies, or family visits
• A family caregiver who is feeling stretched too thin

Questions to Ask When Choosing an In-Home Care Agency

• Are caregivers licensed, insured, and background-checked?
• How are caregivers matched with clients, and can you request a change if it’s not a good fit?
• What happens if your regular caregiver is sick or unavailable?
• Is care available evenings, weekends, or overnight if needs change?
• How is a care plan created, and how often is it reviewed?
• What does a typical visit include, and how is billing handled?

What to Expect When You Start Care In Place

It starts with a phone call. We’ll talk through what’s going on, answer your questions, and set up a free in-home consultation to meet your loved one and understand their needs firsthand. From there, we build a care plan tailored to your family, match your loved one with a caregiver who fits well, and check in regularly to make sure the plan is still working. Your care plan can always be adjusted as needs change.

Serving Dubuque and the Surrounding Area

Care In Place provides in-home senior care in Dubuque, Asbury, Sageville, Peosta, Centralia, Durango, Key West, Table Mound, and the surrounding areas.

Still have questions? Call (480) 600-0044 or reach out through our contact page to talk with someone who can help.