What Is a Live-In Aid?
Live-in aides adapt their schedule around their client’s sleep cycle in order to provide 24/7 care, though not all aides must be healthcare providers; spouses or family members can also serve as live-in aides.
Affordable housing programs must consider such requests as reasonable accommodations. For such individuals, a letter from their physician certifying their need for an aide must also be provided as proof.
What Is a Live-In Aide?
Live-in aides offer 24-hour care to senior and disabled individuals. They may be employed by home health agencies or hired privately, and services provided may include meals, grooming and dressing assistance, transportation to appointments or social engagements and emotional support. A professional live-in aid may also assist with household chores such as laundry and light housekeeping duties.