In-Home and
Adult Day Care
 

Cape Fear Home Care, 513 Market Street, Wilmington, (910) 343-1184 
Choice Caregivers, 107 Ridgeway Drive, Wilmington, (910) 790-3376 
Coastal Companion Care, 5101 Southport Supply Road, Suite 4, Oak Island, (910) 457-5300
 

When seniors find themselves having difficulty accomplishing the simple tasks in life, the first inclination on the part of their loved ones is to consider an assisted living facility. However, there are other alternatives to uprooting them from their homes, and Comfort Keepers is one of them. Comfort Keepers' staff members attend to the daily requirements of seniors while allowing them to remain in the comfort of their homes. These qualified and well-trained professionals offer companionship and personal-care services that can be structured to fit the needs of any client. Whether you simply need a few hours per week or full-time care, Comfort Keepers can work out a program to provide your loved ones with everything they need. Fully bonded and insured, Comfort Keepers provides assistance you'll appreciate.
 

When your physician orders physical or occupational therapy, inquire about having it done in the comfort and privacy of your home. With a staff of highly qualified therapists, At Home Therapy offers a full range of services and specializes in geriatrics. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM and by appointment.
 

When you're looking for appropriate in-home or adult day care for yourself or a loved one, check with one of these qualified, reputable organizations. Depending on the age, level of care and particular needs of the person to be enrolled, you can probably find what you need. These are not nursing care providers. Only Elderhaus' Alper Center offers minimal health-care services on site; the others can assist with some activities of daily living, however.
 

A welcoming, home-like setting and heaping measures of old-fashioned tender loving care combine to make Coastal Adult Day Services a unique place. The dedicated staff have created a relaxed environment for their clients, many of whom suffer from memory disorders. Caregivers and volunteers provide stimulation by encouraging conversation, socialization and physical activity. Therapies include art, dance, music, pets, reminiscence, puppetry, horticulture, field trips and other appropriate forms of recreation. "Our family caring for your family" is their motto, and they live up to it. The center has convenient, flexible hours and a philosophy of going the extra mile for their clients. Family Focus Groups meet regularly to give family members and caregivers an opportunity to discuss therapies, treatments and home care. All work together to ensure that older adults can receive the assistance they need with activities of daily living and still retain positive feelings of dignity and self worth.
 

When seniors find themselves having difficulty accomplishing the simple tasks in life, the first inclination on the part of their loved ones is to consider an assisted living facility. However, there are other alternatives to uprooting them from their homes, and Comfort Keepers is one of them. Comfort Keepers' staff members attend to the daily requirements of seniors while allowing them to remain in the comfort of their homes. These qualified and well-trained professionals offer companionship and personal-care services that can be structured to fit the needs of any client. Whether you simply need a few hours per week or full-time care, Comfort Keepers can work out a program to provide your loved ones with everything they need. Fully bonded and insured, Comfort Keepers provides assistance you'll appreciate.
 

Offering adult day care, adult day health and weekend group respite programs, the Alper Center in Wilmington serves residents of New Hanover and Brunswick counties. Elderhaus provides qualified, professional, appropriate care, supervision and assistance for ambulatory or semi-ambulatory individuals 18 years of age or older, but primarily for seniors older than 60. A variety of program services is provided in a bright, cheerful, nurturing atmosphere. Exercise, discussion groups, educational activities, arts/crafts, games and recreational therapies are built into each day's schedule. In addition, field trips, community projects and special events keep participants stimulated and active. A geriatrician is on site once a week to see participants requiring medical services, and a nurse is on site daily to administer medications, assist with personal care, and oversee individual healthcare needs. Veterans with service-related conditions may attend free once they are approved by the VA.
 

HealthMate Home Care, Inc.
3132 Wrightsville Ave., Wilmington
(910) 762-0050

A licensed home-care agency, HealthMate provides nurses, medical social workers, personal-care attendants, companions and in-home aide services. Also, emergency monitoring, in-home respite care, secondary management and a medication dispensing system are available. The agency specializes in creating affordable solutions and support services for seniors. Senior Care case managers are available 24 hours a day and HealthMate accepts Medicaid, PCS, MRDD and private insurance.
 

Home Care Management Corporation
890 S. Kerr Ave., Ste. 200, Wilmington
(910) 796-6741

When you or a loved one need help with activities of daily living, housekeeping, meal preparation or other personal services, Home Care Management Corporation offers a variety of solutions. Available to provide healthcare assistance are Certified Nursing Assistants and in-home aides — all of whom are supervised by Registered Nurses. Transportation is not provided. Referrals may be made by a physician, social worker or other human-service provider. The client must be eligible for Medicaid, with a blue card.
 

Home Instead Senior Care
1804 Glen Meade Rd., Wilmington
(910) 342-0455

Offering a wide range of non-medical services for the elderly, Home Instead Senior Care can help your elderly loved one remain at home and comfortable when you can't be there to provide assistance or companionship. They provide everything from meal preparation and light housekeeping to conversation, errands, medication reminders, incidental transportation, shopping, pet care and many more services. Respite care is popular and gives families time to enjoy a vacation or a just a relaxing weekend away. Each Home Instead bonded and insured CAREGiver completes a comprehensive training program. The company also offers its CAREGivers an advanced Alzheimer's curriculum. Their services are designed to fit the individual's needs, with emphasis on maintaining independence and respecting personal preferences. Rates are hourly with a minimum of three hours per visit; discounted rates are available for 12- and 24-hour service.