Homemakers

Definition:

Homemakers are non-medical persons who perform various household tasks for the individual in their home.

Services:

1. Light housekeeping such as dusting, vacuuming, making beds and changing linens.
2. Laundry consisting of washing, drying and folding clothes.
3. Grocery shopping from lists prepared by the individual or by accompanying the individual.
4. Meal preparation which includes planning meals, cooking, dish washing and clean-up.
5. Reading newspapers, books and magazines to the individual.
6. Transporting and accompanying the individual to various medical or recreational appointments.
7. Report any changes in an individual’s condition to a designated family member.
8. Remind the individual to take their medications.