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​In-Home Services

There are a wide variety of in-home services available in Pennsylvania. Options include both private pay and publicly funded programs.

Here are some of the types of services that exist:

  • Medical care – home health care, nursing, physical therapy, medical equipment, and assistive technology
  • Non-medical care – personal care, chore services, housekeeping, companion services, and meal preparation or delivery
  • Home maintenance and repair

Please call or fill out our contact form to learn more about the services available in your area.

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Other Resources

  • Area Agencies on Aging
    The AAAs, both county and non-profit, are a vital source for information, planning, monitoring, providing cost-effective care, and advocating for Pennsylvania's older citizens. AAAs are community designers and builders of support systems that enable older people to be active and vital in their communities. AAAs also serve as a gatekeeper, providing assessment and options as alternatives to costly institutionalization.

  • PACA MH/DS (Pennsylvania Association of County Administrators of Mental Health and Developmental Services)
    The Pennsylvania Association of County Administrators of Mental Health and Developmental Services represents county mental health and intellectual disability program administrators from all of Pennsylvania's counties. This website provides a County MH/ID Contact list. 

  • PALPA (Pennsylvania Living Independence for the Elderly)
    "LIFE" stands for "Living Independence for the Elderly," which is a joint Medicare/Medicaid program that provides a comprehensive array of health and support services to qualified seniors who face health challenges that threaten their continued ability to live independently in the community. LIFE is both an insurer and a provider: it replaces any other health insurance you have and directly provides all of the health care and support services you need. LIFE is a better way of meeting your health care and other needs. Today there are LIFE programs serving communities throughout Pennsylvania – with the program becoming available to more seniors all the time.

  • PDA (Pennsylvania Department of Aging)
    This is the main website for the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. This website includes information related to Aging Services; Recent News; and provides resources for Professionals and Providers.

  • DHS (Pennsylvania Department of Human Services) 
    This is the main website for the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services's seven program offices administer services that provide care and support to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for Pennsylvania's individuals and families. We promote opportunities for independence through services and supports while demonstrating accountability for taxpayer resources.

  • COMPASS
    COMPASS is an online application that allows Pennsylvanians (Adults and Children) the ability to screen for, apply for, and renew many health and human service programs. They include: Medical Assistance (MA), Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Home and Community Based Services (HCBS), Long Term Care Services, etc.

  • PA IEB (Pennsylvania Independent Enrollment Broker)
    The Independent Enrollment Broker is an entity that provides enrollment services for individuals with physical disabilities and older Pennsylvanians who are applying for services within the Department of Human Services Office of Long Term Living. The PA Independent Enrollment Broker will work closely with service coordination providers and other key individuals in order to respond to needs, address issues, and ensure individuals receive services in a timely manner.

  • DHS OCDEL (Office of Child Development and Early Learning)
    Increasing evidence has emerged to show that children's learning opportunities in the years before kindergarten have an important effect on their performance in school and ultimately their ability to contribute to society as adults. Through the Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Pennsylvania is helping our children, families, teachers and communities reach their promise.

  • DHS OLTL (Office of Long Term Living)
    This website provides information about the types of services and supports funded throughout Pennsylvania by the Department of Human Services Office of Long Term Living (OLTL). The information provided will be helpful for caregivers, people who need rehabilitation and/or personal assistance, and/or people who are planning for future needs. Populations served include individuals over age 60 and individuals with physical/developmental disabilities over age 21.

  • DHS OMHSAS (Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services) 
    OMHSAS is committed to providing mental health and substance abuse services and supports that embrace its Mission and Vision that every individual served by the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Service system will have the opportunity for growth, recovery and inclusion in their community, have access to culturally competent services and supports of their choice, and enjoy a quality of life that includes family members and friends. 

  • Mental Health in PA (DHS Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services)
    This website falls under the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS), and helps to ensure that every individual who is served by the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Service system has the opportunity for growth, recovery, and inclusion in their community, along with the chance to enjoy a quality of life that includes family members and friends.

  • DHS ODP-ID (Office of Developmental Programs) 
    This website provides information regarding the ever evolving intellectual and developmental disability service system. It is evolving from one focused on providing service in large institutions – often far from a person's home and community -- to one based on a flexible and dynamic system of supports and services close to home and community. The new system is tailored to the needs of persons living in their home community which include community residential and day support services.

  • DHS ODP-BAS (Bureau of Autism Services)
    This website provides information regarding the Department of Human Services' efforts to enhance the quality of life and independence of Pennsylvanians with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and to support their families and caregivers. 

  • LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly)
    This Program offers individuals age 55 and older who are nursing-facility clinically eligible a community-based alternative to nursing home care. This program offers: long-term care, acute care, behavioral health, meals, transportation, and any other services determined necessary to meet the needs of the individual.

  • DOH HIP (Head Injury Program) 
    The goal of this program, offered by the PA Department of Health, helps to fund a year of rehabilitation for individuals with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). This website describes the services provided, eligibility criteria, where to call, and how to enroll.

  • DOH Special Kids Network 
    The Special Kids Network assists children and youth with special health care needs to get the services and supports they require in order to thrive in the community and develop to their full potential. This program is offered through the PA Department of Health.