Voted Michigan's top home care agency 2020. Affordable HomeCare began in 1989, and specializes in
non-medical hourly and stay-in home care services. Our customized approach allows our Clients to
remain independent in their own homes.
We’re the most reliable home care company in South East Michigan, covering 99.7% of all shifts.
Compared to the industry average of 80-90%, we’re the clear choice for families looking for
dependable home care service.
We offer Hourly and Stay-In Home Care Services for ill and elderly individuates. Hands on
assistance with daily living activities such as; bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, meal
preparation, medication reminders, companionship, errands, and light housekeeping.
We've earned an excellent reputation because of our commitment to dependable service, rapid
response, active communication and investment in staff and community education. We go above and
beyond industry standards in selecting, training and supervising our Care Pros. We take pride in our
documentation and communication.
Serving Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne Counties.
Keywords
Home Care, Senior Care, Elder Care, Assisted Living.
Greg is an army veteran with a Master's Degree in Health Administration. He served over 10 years in multiple upper corporate management position for a large nursing home company. He helped create and operated an in-patient hospice unit, an assisted living unit, an independent living complex, a closed head / ventilator dependent unit, 10 different nursing homes and created a 96-member senior living facility purchasing cooperative.
He took this vast experience in working with the ill and aging population and created Affordable HomeCare in 1989. His vision was to create an alternative solution to facility settings like assisted living and nursing homes. Today Affordable HomeCare is now one of the oldest, largest, and most respected home care companies in South East Michigan.
Greg continues to be an industry leader and remains involved in several senior advocate committees. He's also one of the leading voices for home care licensure in the state of Michigan.
Being Greg's son, Austin had literally grown up in the senior healthcare industry. He spent the last 14 years learning from the ground up and is now co-owner along with Greg. He's directly involved in the magic of what we do every day! It's his ultimate responsibility to ensure each Client is 100% satisfied with our services bottom-line, whatever that takes!
Learning this industry from such a young age has allowed Austin to be extremely keen on the aging process and how to best handle difficult Client situations. He also earned his Dementia Training Certificate and understands how to best implement our services for those suffering with dementia. His “walk around” management style allows him to be deeply familiar with each Client's particular needs.
Brianna has been a nurse for 10 years and has a Bachelor's Degree in Physiology. She worked in Family Practice for two years and then went on to work with Internal Medicine and Nephrology for 4 years. She uses her excellent skills to provide families the answers that want to know about home care. She helps Clients get started with our services. Using her assessment skills, she's able to ensure a proper Care Pro match occurs. She participants in several groups who advocate for seniors. She's a top-notch problem solver who understands the needs of seniors and makes sure our Clients receive all the services they need.
Melissa's focus on quality allows her to do what she absolutely loves. That's because she gets to have personal contact with all of our wonderful Clients and their families as often as necessary. This ensures they're 100% satisfied with our services. She's available to our Clients as often as needed. Best of all, our Clients don't have to pay extra for this level of oversight.
Her background includes 11 years working at Botsford Hospital with more than 10 surgeons, specializing in wound care and assisting in surgical procedures. She provided hospice support and care for 7 years. She's well versed in transfer techniques, dementia, wound care, hospice care, and crisis management. Before Melissa started her current role, she was actually a Care Pro with us. This provided her a unique understanding of the entire care dynamic. She's always excelled with interpersonal relationships, problem solving and conflict resolution. It's in her nature to nurture which makes her a perfect fit for all our Clients.
Many aging individuals find themselves needing an extra pair of hands and eyes in order to remain independent in their own home. Oftentimes, facility-based care seems like the only option. However, home care is usually a better more cost-effective option for individuals who prefer to age in place.
On an hourly basis our Care Pros can assist with a broad range of personal care needs associated with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's). Services are delivered directly in the home or residence and charged by the hour based on need. Hours of care can range from 12 hours a week to 24/7 around the clock care. Care is customized to each Client, which can include the following types of care:
- Mobility Assistance
- Dressing
- Bathing
- Toileting
- Grooming
- Medication Management
- Meal Preparation
- Light Housekeeping
- Errands
- Companionship
We make it our duty to provide an affordable way to keep those in need of care in their own home for as long as possible. Sometimes referred to as Live-In Home Care, our 24-hour Stay-In Home Care allows our Clients to receive the most dedicated level of support at an affordable rate.
With our Stay-In Home Care you'll receive peace of mind knowing that one Care Pro will deliver their expert care around the clock for 1-2 weeks on end, right in your home. Perfect for individuals who have a high level of need and don't want to have several caregivers involved in their care.
Services are charged at a daily rate. Our Stay-In Care Pros can assist with all Activities of Daily Living (ADL'S), which can include the following types of care:
- Mobility Assistance
- Mechanical Transfers
- Dressing
- Bathing
- Toileting
- Grooming
- Medication Management
- Meal Preparation
- Light Housekeeping
- Errands
- Companionship
Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia, the type diagnosed in 60 to 80 percent of dementia cases. This disease is always difficult to deal with, for those living with it as well as their loved ones. A strong support system is essential.
The care we can deliver helps those struggling with dementia live a more normal and safe life. Our specifically trained and expertly managed Care Pros assist with all Activities of Daily Living (ADL's). Our Care Pros help stimulate the mind while ensuring the safety of those they serve. Our Clients with dementia really enjoy the following types of services we offer as part of our Alzheimer's and Dementia care:
- Meal Preparation
- Engaging Activities
- Cueing and Reminders
- Errands
- Supervision
- Medication Reminders
- Companionship
- Detailed Documentation
We understand that when it comes to finding Home Care for you or your loved one in the Metro Detroit Area, it's not always possible to plan in advance. That's why being able to find Home Care on short notice is essential. With our large network of well trained, thoroughly screened Care Pros we can often fill your Stay-In or Hourly Home Care needs in 24 hours or less. If you have a short-notice home care emergency, Affordable HomeCare is here for you!
Our Care Pros assist with all Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) and deliver care directly in our Clients home or residence. Services are charged by the hour and vary based on need. Service schedules can range anywhere from 12 hours a week to 24/7 around the clock care.
Call us at (248) 419-5010 to get care started today!
Respite care typically refers to home care services that are only needed for a short period of time. This is different than our usual services, which are generally set up on an ongoing basis. We understand that ongoing services are not the right fit for every care situation. That's why Affordable HomeCare is the Company of choice when you're looking for home care services on a short-term basis.
Short Term Respite In-Home Care Service is charged by the hour which varies based on need. Our care is customized to your exact needs. This service is perfect for the following scenarios:
- Family caregivers who are interested in taking a worry free vacation and want know their loved one receives the best home care service.
- Individuals recovering from a surgical procedure or a hospital stay, and only need home care services for a short time in order to resume their independent lives.
- Family caregivers who've become overwhelmed with the challenges of being a full-time caregiver, and just need a break to focus on themselves or their outside obligations.
- Seniors who need in-home care, but are not ready to commit to an ongoing schedule or just want to “try out” Home Care to see if they can benefit from it.
Utilizing our private Hospice In-Home Care to provide hands on personal care pairs perfectly with services delivered through a Medicare hospice organization. This is because we can customize our services around your needs to fill the gaps when your hospice organization cannot be there. Affordable HomeCare empowers our Clients to carry on an alert and pain free life and promotes dignity to maximize the quality of life. We help focus on LIVING rather than dying, all while remaining in the peaceful setting of home.
Our skilled Care Pros assist with all the Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) typically associated with those entering the end stages of life. Our Hospice Clients and their families enjoy the following services incorporated into our Hospice Care Service:
- Transfers in/out of bed | Hoyer lift transfers
- Toileting assistance | bed pan / bedside commode / brief changes
- Bathing assistance | bed sponge baths
- Re-positioning | avoids skin breakdown and promotes comfort
- Special meal plans | thicken liquids / pureed food
- Dedicated comfort support
- Detailed documentation
After having a major surgery or a lengthy hospital stay, it's rare to be safely mobile before receiving notice that you're being discharged back home. However, once home it can be very difficult, sometimes impossible, to perform basic daily activities on your own. This increases your risk of having a fall, mismanaging your medications, and not receiving proper nutrition. Without the right help you risk going back to the hospital and extending your recovery period substantially. Following the proper after care instructions from your Doctor is something Affordable HomeCare can provide you assistance with.
Our Post Surgery In-Home Care Service is customized to your exact needs and charged by the hour. Service schedules can range anywhere from 12 hours a week to 24/7 care. Clients we’ve serviced after a hospital stay really enjoy the following services incorporated into our Post Surgery Care Service:
- Assistance getting in/out of bed
- Assistance getting on/off the toilet
- Meal preparation
- Transport from the hospital back home
- Assistance walking
- Medication reminders
- Errands
- Light Housekeeping
After a lengthy stay at a Senior Rehabilitation Center (better known as a Nursing Home) the thought of returning home can sometimes be overwhelming. What will it be like when you get home? Will you be able to safely get around your home? Will you have the support needed to remain independent and avoid being readmitted?
Sadly, many elderly individuals are discharged too early from their Rehabilitation Center and feel they're not 100% ready to return home. Many individuals even report they feel weaker after leaving the Nursing Home than before they arrived. That's why it's important to have the right care in place before returning home.
Affordable HomeCare offers the care you need to remain safe and healthy when returning back home. Our Post Rehab In-Home Care Service is customized to your exact needs and charged by the hour. Service schedules can range anywhere from 12 hours a week to 24/7 around the clock care. Clients we’ve serviced after a rehab stay really enjoy the following services incorporated into our Post Rehab Care Service:
- Assistance getting in/out of bed
- Assistance getting on/off the toilet
- Exercise encouragement
- Bathing assistance
- Meal preparation
- Transport from the rehab center back home
- Assistance walking
- Medication reminders
- Errands
- Light Housekeeping
- Detailed documentation