In-Home, Post-Op, Alzheimers, and Dementia Care for Seniors

In-home care is personalized support that helps older adults remain safe, comfortable, and independent in the place they know best—their own home. Unlike home health care, which involves skilled medical services, in-home care focuses on non-medical assistance with everyday tasks. This can include help with bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, companionship, and support for those living with conditions like Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s.

At SmithLife Homecare, our trusted caregivers provide compassionate, one-on-one support tailored to each person’s needs. Whether you’re seeking senior care at home, help for aging parents, or in-home dementia care, our services are designed to improve quality of life and offer peace of mind to families. We serve individuals in private homes, independent living communities, assisted living facilities, and other residences—wherever home may be.

We specialize in comprehensive in-home care services that are thoughtfully tailored to support the unique needs of every individual. Our care team includes compassionate professionals, and among them, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) provide the highest level of care available through our agency.

Levels of Care:

• Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA) or Home Health Aides (HHA): Entry-level caregivers assisting with daily activities and personal care.
• Geriatric Nurse Assistants (GNA): Providing intermediate care beyond basic assistance.
• Certified Medical Technicians (CMTs): While skilled, they exclusively operate within medical facilities, not in-home settings.
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN): Offering skilled nursing care, representing the pinnacle of our services.

Whether you’re seeking senior care in Maryland or in-home care in Washington, DC, our commitment remains the same: to provide personalized, high-quality support through trusted professionals. Every member of our care team plays a vital role in promoting comfort, safety, and independence—allowing our clients to age with dignity in the place they call home.

In-home care is a great option for older adults who want to age in place safely and comfortably. It’s also a valuable support system for families navigating transitions or managing ongoing care needs. Individuals and families turn to in-home care for a variety of reasons, including:

• Seniors who want to age in place with help managing daily routines and personal care
• Seniors who feel isolated and benefit from companion care, emotional support, and social engagement
• Adults recovering at home after surgery, including joint replacements and other procedures
• Individuals returning home after a stroke or other serious illness, who need support with daily activities and safe recovery
• People managing chronic conditions like Parkinson’s disease, dementia, or COPD
• Clients undergoing cancer treatment who need non-medical support at home
• Families in need of respite care, giving family caregivers trusted relief
• Anyone experiencing mobility issues or recovering from a fall or injury
• People healing from broken limbs or other serious injuries who require short-term support
• Seniors looking to improve safety, independence, and quality of life with customized care at home

Our services are flexible and customized to fit each person’s needs—whether you need short-term care or long-term senior care at home in Maryland or Washington, DC.

Although home health care and home care are often used interchangeably, they serve different purposes—and understanding the difference can help families find the right support.

Home health care involves medical services provided at home by licensed professionals such as nurses or therapists. It’s typically prescribed by a doctor and includes skilled nursing, wound care, physical therapy, or other clinical services. Home health care is essential after a surgery, hospitalization, or when managing a complex medical condition at home.

Home care, on the other hand, focuses on non-medical support—helping with personal care, companionship, light housekeeping, and daily routines. At SmithLife Homecare, we specialize in in-home care for seniors and individuals recovering from illness, injury, or hospitalization. Our caregivers play a vital role in hospital-to-home transitions, supporting clients with chronic conditions like dementia or Parkinson’s, and helping older adults remain safe and independent in their homes.

While we are not a home health care agency, our services often complement home health care by ensuring that clients receive consistent support between medical visits. Whether someone is returning home after surgery or managing a long-term health condition, we help bridge the gap with compassionate, personalized care.

In-home care can make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults managing chronic health conditions. While we don’t provide medical treatments, our non-medical in-home care services offer essential day-to-day support that helps individuals maintain stability, reduce health risks, and continue living safely at home.

We commonly assist clients who are living with:

• Parkinson’s disease
• Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease
• Congestive heart failure (CHF)
• Diabetes
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Arthritis or mobility challenges
• Cancer (non-medical care during treatment)

Our caregivers provide:

• Medication reminders and symptom observation
• Meal preparation aligned with dietary needs
• Assistance with personal care and hygiene
• Support with mobility and fall prevention
• Light housekeeping to maintain a safe, clutter-free living space
• Transportation to follow-up appointments or therapies
• Companionship to reduce isolation and improve emotional well-being

We also play a key role in hospital-to-home transitions, helping reduce the risk of readmission by supporting recovery and creating a safer home environment.

If you’re searching for in-home care for chronic conditions in Maryland or Washington, DC, SmithLife Homecare offers dependable, compassionate support that empowers older adults to manage their health with confidence and dignity—right at home.