When an older adult needs help during both the day and night, a few hours of care a week may no longer be enough. For many families in Stoughton and Randolph, around-the-clock support can help a loved one stay safe and comfortable at home.

ComForCare offers 24-hour home care based on each person’s needs, routines, and preferences. This guide explains what it is, who may benefit, and how to get started.

What Is 24-Hour Home Care?

24-hour home care is non-medical support at home during the day and night. Unlike a few hours of care each week, it is meant for people who may need help at any time and should not be left alone for long periods.

Depending on the care plan, support may include:

• Bathing, dressing, and grooming (personal in-home care)
• Mobility and transfer assistance
• Meal preparation
• Medication reminders
• Toileting and incontinence support
• Companionship
• Light housekeeping
• Safety supervision

Services vary by location and by each person’s care plan.

Who May Need Around-the-Clock Care?

Families often consider continuous care when a loved one:

• Has fallen or is at risk of falling
• Becomes confused, restless, or wanders at night
• Is living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia
• Needs help walking, transferring, or using the bathroom
• Cannot safely prepare meals
• Wakes often during the night
• Should not be home alone

For example, someone may manage well in the morning but need help getting to the restroom at night. Another person with memory loss may feel disoriented after dark.

If memory changes are a concern, see our dementia care and Alzheimer’s care pages.

How Does Overnight Senior Care Work?

Overnight care provides caregiver support during nighttime hours for seniors who cannot safely manage the night on their own. A caregiver may help with getting in and out of bed, walking to the restroom, changing clothes, or reassuring someone who wakes up confused.

Overnight care is non-medical and does not replace emergency or skilled medical care.

What Can a Caregiver Help With?

Depending on the care plan and services available, a caregiver can help with daily activities, personal care, meals, mobility, companionship, transportation, medication reminders, and safety supervision. Caregivers can also give family members a break through respite care.

For families concerned about falls, ComForCare also offers fall prevention support.

Potential Benefits of Around-the-Clock Care

• Help available during the day and night
• Support with personal care and mobility
• Help with nighttime routines
• Companionship
• More consistent daily routines
• Support for aging in a familiar home
• Rest and relief for family caregivers

How Do You Choose a 24-Hour Home Care Provider?

Start by identifying where your loved one needs the most help, such as personal care, nighttime assistance, fall safety, or memory support. Then ask each provider:

• How are caregivers screened and trained?
• How is 24-hour coverage scheduled?
• How are overnight needs handled?
• What happens if a caregiver is unavailable?
• Can the care plan change as needs change?
• How are caregivers matched with clients?
• How will you keep our family updated?

How Much Does 24-Hour Home Care Cost?

Cost depends on the number of hours, the level of care needed, and the schedule. Medicare generally does not pay for ongoing non-medical home care. Families may use private funds, long-term care insurance, or other benefits they are eligible for, such as veterans’ benefits. Contact us for details specific to your family’s situation.

How Do You Get Started?

1. Call us. Talk with ComForCare about your loved one’s needs.
2. Schedule a consultation. A team member can visit the home to understand routines, safety concerns, and preferences.
3. Create a care plan. We build a plan around your loved one’s schedule and needs.
4. Adjust as needed. Care can be reviewed and changed over time.

You can also see the areas we serve on our Areas Served page.

Final Takeaway

The right support can help your loved one feel safe and comfortable at home, and give your family peace of mind. If you’re considering 24-hour home care in Stoughton or Randolph, ComForCare can help you understand your options and create a personalized care plan.

Call (781) 821-2800 or contact us to talk about your loved one’s needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is 24-hour home care the same as medical care?

No. ComForCare provides non-medical in-home care, such as personal care, companionship, and daily support. Call 911 in an emergency.

2. Can the care schedule change?

Yes. Care plans can be reviewed and adjusted as a loved one’s needs change.

3. Does Medicare pay for 24-hour home care?

Medicare generally does not cover ongoing non-medical home care. Other options may be available depending on eligibility. See our guide to long-term care insurance.

4. What if my loved one has dementia?

Care can be planned around memory-related needs. Learn more about our DementiaWise® approach.

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