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Homecare Agency for Seniors – Homecare Powered by AUAF

The Premier Homecare Agency in Chicago

Homecare Powered by AUAF has served as a Chicagoland elderly homecare agency for over 25 years. We are structured to provide specific levels of senior care services for your loved one. Our elderly in-home care service is an alternative to an assisted living facility or nursing home. This allows your loved one independence and the comfort of home.

Depending on your specific needs, a personal plan of care is created so you or your loved one can receive help a few hours a day. Our in-home caregivers are trained to provide one-on-one elderly care. Because we want our clients to continue to do the things they enjoy, while maintaining peace of mind, our home care aides hours are flexible and varied. Home care aides are available for elderly care services seven days a week, between 6am-8pm.

Homecare Assistance in Chicagoland

Our elderly care services come at no cost to you. Learn more about how we are funded. Our mission is to serve our Illinois community and meet each of your senior home care goals.

We have a dedication to the diverse communities that we serve. Our roots of service are based in the Coalition of the Limited English Speaking Elderly (CLESE). From our beginnings, Homecare Powered by AUAF and our senior care services sought to serve the diversity among our communities.

If you are unable to come to our office to learn more or sign up your parent or loved one for elderly care services, we can send a representative to you to get the initial process started. Give us a call at 773-274-9262.

Becoming a Caregiver for your Parent

If you find that you want to be the caregiver for your elderly parent or loved one, you can opt to do so. Should your loved one meet the criteria for home care services, and you meet the requirements and training by Home Care Powered by AUAF, you can provide the homecare for your elderly parent in their home. To learn more about how you can be the one to provide elderly homecare to your family member, neighbor, friend or loved one, be sure to look at our FAQ page.

Our home care services for seniors have no long-term contract. You are free to use them for as long or as little as you need.

Home Care Powered by AUAF is here to help you. Fill out a form or give us a call at 773.274.9262.

COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire

The care you provide to our vulnerable seniors is so important, and in order to ensure they continue to receive services during the COVID-19 precautions, we are providing additional guidance for the staff who are conducting an assessment or providing services in a home setting. To protect vulnerable seniors and their caregivers, beginning April 29, 2020, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA) is requiring staff to ask the questions found in the COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire prior to a face-to-face visit. The screening tool should be used for the following:

  • To screen staff, at least 24 hours before a face-to-face contact with an older/vulnerable adult.
  • To scree the older/vulnerable adult at least 24 hours before a face-to-face contact.

 

Click on the link for the full questionnaire: COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire UPDATED: April 29, 2020

 

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In-home Caregiver Services in Lincolnwood, Illinois

Our caregivers are are dedicated to providing safe and caring home support services suited for your specific needs. Learn more about the different services offered by Home Care Powered by AUAF.
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Personal Care Assistance

In-home caregivers can assist with maintaining personal hygiene, including toileting, bathing, dressing, and grooming.

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Meal Preparation Assistance

Caregivers can assist seniors in preparing and eating meals, as well as clean-up.

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Medication Reminders & Management

Caregivers are ready to assist seniors with medication reminders and management.

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Light Housekeeping Assistance

Caregivers provide light housekeeping assistance including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and more.

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Laundry Assistance

Caregivers can provide laundry care including sorting, washing, folding and ironing.

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Transportation & Errand Assistance

Caregivers can accompany clients during their outings, ensuring there is always someone there to assist when needed.

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Brain Games & Activities

Caregivers are at the ready with activities centered on stimulating the mind.

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Companionship & Social Interaction

Caregivers will provide the companionship seniors need, in the way they need it most.

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Organization & Technology Assistance

Caregivers can help with organization of bills and forms, and also with staying up-to-date with technology.

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Seniors Home Care Services

A Message from Our Program Manager

If your senior parent or family member is in need of proven, comprehensive elderly care in the Chicago area, you’ve come to the right place. At Home Care Powered by AUAF, we are proud to serve the elderly community of Illinois, distinguished by our commitment to our clients.

Finding the right caregiver for your loved one is never easy. Our experienced team here at Home Care Powered by AUAF will help you consider your options and make the right decision. We look forward to welcoming you into our family.

Christian Icho, Community Care Program Manager

 

Articles, News - Senior Living

How to Become a Paid Caregiver for a Family Member in Illinois?

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When a parent or loved one begins to get older, common questions arise, “can a family member be a paid caregiver for that loved one?”. The answer isn’t a simple yes or no. Many things need to be taken into account. Becoming a homecare aide for a loved one requires time, dedication, and patience.

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Seniors! August is National Immunization Awareness Month

August 10, 2020 female doctor to the right giving immunization to an elderly woman to the left

For many senior citizens, the fall is a time of grand kids going back to school, summer vacations ending, and snowbirds preparing to return to warmer locations. But while summer is still around, there’s one preparation for the coming fall you won’t want to miss. Staying updated on recommended vaccines is always important. This year, because of COVID-19, the importance of vaccines cannot be overstated. While there is no vaccine for the novel corona-virus yet, public health experts say that immunizations will be critical for everyone, but especially older people, […]

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How to Become a Paid Caregiver for a Family Member in 4 Steps

August 7, 2020 Elderly couple, woman and man with their daughter standing in the middle

Deciding on if care giving is the right path for you will depend on a number of factors. For many families, becoming a formally paid caregiver creates the ideal long-term care scenario for an aging loved one. According to the National Alliance on Caregiving, the number of Americans as caregivers has increased from 18% to 21% in the span of five years. And, nearly one in five (19%) Americans are providing unpaid care to an adult with health or functional needs. Considering 61% of these unpaid caregivers have another job, paid […]

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Precautions During COVID-19 as States Re-Open

July 14, 2020

As states enter different phases of re-opening during COVID-19, it’s crucial to take safety precautions. This is especially true for the elderly and immunocompromised who are at a higher risk of severe illness if infected. Who Is at Higher Risk? It’s generally understood that the elderly are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Though it’s necessary to note that those with certain conditions are also at risk. This includes individuals with chronic kidney disease, COPD, obesity, type 2 diabetes, sickle cell disease, and those with serious heart conditions. […]

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Take Precaution Against COVID-19 Scams Targeted at the Elderly

July 8, 2020

Scams are running rampant as COVID-19 continues to impact people around the United States. It’s necessary to be aware of the multiple types of fraud and scams that are targeting seniors in particular. Seniors are the most targeted group scams. That’s why it is important to be hyper vigilant as an elderly individual or family member. Recognizing Scams Many scams are related to lottery, sweepstakes, inheritance, medical, romance, or e-mail and phone. Others have taken advantage of the current situation and created coronavirus related scams. There are dozens of other […]

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Connecting Homebound Seniors Through Technology

June 16, 2020

There are around “1.9 million U.S adults over age 65 or older that are completely or mostly homebound” (Ritchie, C., & Leff, B, 2016). As a result, these seniors typically rely on home and family caregivers. Seniors are already at risk of social isolation through many other factors. Therefore being homebound only adds further to the risk. However, we live in a day and age where technology can connect us to other people, to learning, and even to doctors and health care providers. Who is Defined as a Homebound Senior? […]

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Grocery Shopping Online with SNAP

May 26, 2020

The IDHS (Illinois Department on Human Aging) has announced that on June 2nd there will be online grocery shopping for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) customers. The program will be available with any participating retailers that include: Walmart and Amazon. The list of retailers providing service may grow in the coming weeks as more retailers participate in the program. How It Works An implementation plan called the IDHS’ SNAP Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) will allow you to enter your PIN into the participating grocers’ online systems. You will not need […]

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Important Considerations When Aging Alone

May 19, 2020

Aging independently is becoming a more popular option among seniors that want to maintain their lifestyle as they age. As aging alone becomes more popular you need to consider the different scenarios that may arise with life at home. As you consider these scenarios it’s necessary to be proactive and prepare different needs that may arise. Planning for Care Thinking about your options for care are important for many different reasons. If you are aging alone because you value independence you still need to think about cases in which you […]

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Creating a Long-Term Care Plan

May 12, 2020 seniors with pets and home care

What this current pandemic may have brought to light for many people is the way that care is being handled. Oftentimes as people age they may not think about the importance of identifying the form of care that they would like as they grow older. The Different Types of Care The reality is that in this day and age there are many different options when it comes to care. Individuals have access to nursing home care, adult day care centers, home health aides, in-home care aides, as well as other […]

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Managing Dementia Care During COVID-19

May 5, 2020

The current coronavirus will undoubtedly create challenges in everyone’s daily lives, especially those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Preventing illness will be an essential part of care during the pandemic. This will require following introduced guidelines and restrictions. Whether it is washing hands for 20 seconds at a time or social distancing, taking precautions is imperative. Making sure guidelines are followed becomes more challenging when you as a home care aide can’t always monitor recipients of care 24/7. The Increased Risk with Dementia Because of difficulty with memory, there may […]

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Caregiver Communication

April 28, 2020 Homecare AUAF

As a caregiver, there are a wide variety of skills that you need when caring for others. One of the most important skills that you will utilize is clear communication. Communication lays the groundwork for all of the tasks that you will complete as a home care service provider. Communication with Family When you are caring for family members you may find that your communication is different to when you communicate with others. It’s important to think about the way that you communicate with family members and how that may […]

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Transitional In-Home Care During COVID-19

April 21, 2020

Transitional care is known as switching from one type of care to another. In preparation for shelter-in-place orders, some families decided on having parents move in to oversee their care. This is one example of transitional senior care. Instead of caring for parents from time to time or having others care for parents, this meant many adult children took over full time caregiving tasks. This has created a transitional time where adult children are learning the ins and outs of caring for someone at home. It has meant a new […]

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The Importance of Caregiving During COVID-19

April 8, 2020 The Importance of Caregiving

In-home caregiving has become an essential part of our society. During this outbreak of COVID-19, the importance of experienced caregiving is being highlighted throughout the country and the world. Caregivers provide essential long-term services to their recipients of care. These services can range from emotional to physical support. The tasks that caregivers provide support overall personal care of their care recipients. Why it Matters Now With the need for people to stay home and practice social distancing, caregivers have become lifelines for some of their recipients of care. Seniors are […]

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