Our home care services

From a few hours a week to full live-in support, Island Hands Home Care tailors every plan to the individual — their routine, their culture, their comfort. Here's what a typical visit actually looks like.

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A caregiver serving a home-cooked meal to an older man at his kitchen counter

Personal Care Assistance

Bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility support and toileting assistance delivered with privacy and respect.

What a visit looks like

Shower or bed bath with dignity-first technique
Dressing, grooming, oral and skin care
Safe transfers, walker and gait-belt support
Toileting and incontinence care, discreetly handled

Meal Preparation & Nutrition

Home-cooked meals that honor cultural preferences, dietary restrictions and doctor recommendations.

What a visit looks like

A breakfast they'll actually eat, not a tray they ignore
Diabetic, low-sodium and soft-texture plates
Family recipes and Sunday dinners cooked the way they like
Groceries put away, dishes done, fridge labeled and dated

Medication Reminders

Timely prompts and careful observation so families have peace of mind about adherence.

What a visit looks like

Reminders at the exact times on the schedule
Pill organizer checks (family or nurse fills it)
Notes on refusals, side effects and low refills
Logged in the family portal the same day

Companionship & Activities

Conversation, light walks, games, reading and community outings to combat isolation.

What a visit looks like

Real conversation — not a caregiver on their phone
Walks, stretching and doctor-approved movement
Cards, puzzles, music, church and community outings
Video calls set up with grandchildren

Light Housekeeping

Laundry, tidy living spaces and basic household tasks that keep the home safe.

What a visit looks like

Laundry washed, folded and put away
Kitchen, bathroom and bedroom kept clean
Trip hazards, cords and clutter cleared
Mail sorted and appointment reminders posted

Respite for Family Caregivers

Give the primary family caregiver a real break, knowing their loved one is in excellent hands.

What a visit looks like

Four hours to a full weekend of coverage
Same caregiver each time whenever possible
Written handoff notes when you get back
Overnight and weekend availability

Hospice Support Care

Comfort-focused, non-medical support that works alongside your hospice team so families can simply be family.

What a visit looks like

Gentle bathing, repositioning and comfort care
Sitting vigil so no one is ever alone
Meals, laundry and a calm, tidy home
Coordination and notes shared with the hospice nurse

Child Care

Dependable, background-checked caregivers for children — from after-school hours to overnight and weekend coverage.

What a visit looks like

School pickup, homework help and snacks
Age-appropriate play, reading and activities
Bath, bedtime and consistent routines
Overnight, weekend and last-minute coverage

Specialized Care for Veterans

Care built around a veteran's service, routine and benefits — including help navigating VA Aid & Attendance.

What a visit looks like

Caregivers experienced with veteran needs and PTSD awareness
Transportation and reminders for VA appointments
Mobility, personal care and medication reminders
Help documenting hours for VA Aid & Attendance

Conditions we support

Aging in place & fall risk
Post-hospital and post-surgery recovery
Alzheimer's and other dementias
Parkinson's disease
Post-stroke support
Limited mobility & transfer assistance
Diabetes routines and meal support
End-of-life comfort alongside hospice

Not sure which level of care fits?

A coordinator will visit, review the home and routine, and write a care plan with you — free and with no obligation.

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