Personal care (ADLs)
When everyday tasks become harder, the right support can make home feel manageable again. We help with hands-on personal care while preserving dignity, routines, and independence.
What personal care includes
- Bathing, grooming, and hygiene routines
- Dressing assistance and morning/evening routines
- Toileting and incontinence support
- Safe transfers (bed ↔ chair), mobility support, fall-risk routines
- Meal set-up, hydration reminders, and light household support
- Non-clinical medication reminders (as appropriate)
Who this helps
- Seniors who need steady help with ADLs
- Adults recovering after illness, surgery, or hospitalization
- Families feeling stretched thin or worried about safety
How we approach care
We focus on consistency and comfort: clear expectations, caregiver matching for skill-fit and personality-fit, and early check-ins to make sure care feels right.
Safety-first routines (the “high-friction” moments)
Many families call after one tough moment: a shower that feels unsafe, a nighttime bathroom trip, or transfers that suddenly require more support. We build a simple routine that reduces risk without taking over the household.
- Bathing safety: setup, pacing, and privacy so showers don’t become a weekly crisis.
- Transfers: bed ↔ chair, chair ↔ toilet, and “stand and turn” support with fall-risk awareness.
- Consistency: same routine, same expectations, fewer last-minute surprises.
FAQ
What ADLs do caregivers help with?
Common ADLs include bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and safe transfers. We also support routines around meals, hydration, mobility supervision, and light household tasks that keep the home safe and steady.
How do you keep personal care respectful?
We focus on privacy, consent, and predictable routines. We match caregivers thoughtfully, follow preferences (timing, products, modesty), and check in early so the routine feels comfortable—not rushed or awkward.
Can you help after a fall or hospitalization?
Yes. Personal care support often includes safer transfers, shower routines, meal/hydration structure, and mobility supervision while a person regains strength. We’ll coordinate alongside clinical providers if skilled care is involved.
Do you provide medical care or nursing?
We provide non-medical home care. If you need skilled nursing, therapy, or other clinical services, we can coordinate alongside licensed providers and clarify what’s included vs. what requires a clinician.
Chicago In Home Care is a locally operated home care team based in Downers Grove. We answer calls Answered 7am–9pm.
- Address: 6900 Main St, Ste. 6, Downers Grove, IL 60516
- Phone: 630‑822‑4295
- What to expect: clear next steps, caregiver matching, and early check-ins.
- Coverage and start timelines depend on care needs and staffing availability.