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By Brett S June 15, 2025
The post Top Paying Home Care Agencies in Philadelphia: A 2025 Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
A young caregiver smiles with an elderly woman at a table with documents and coffee.
By Brett S June 11, 2025
The post What Home Care Agencies Pay Their Employees Weekly? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Nurse assisting elderly woman with physical therapy using resistance bands.
By Brett S May 26, 2025
Are you a caregiver for a senior loved one? Interested in working for a home care agency as a family caregiver? We help you understand what the family caregiver pay rate is in Pennsylvania. Plus, we help you identify home care agencies that hire family... The post Family Caregiver Pay Rate in Pennsylvania: An Overview appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Elderly woman in a peach shirt being buttoned by another person, indoors.
By c1690270 May 16, 2025
What Home Care Agencies Hire Paid Family Caregivers in Pennsylvania?   Caring for a loved one is a profound act of compassion, and in Pennsylvania, certain home care agencies recognize and support this dedication by hiring family members as paid caregivers. This initiative is made... The post What Home Care Agencies Hire Paid Family Caregivers in Pennsylvania? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S April 20, 2025
The post Is There CDPAP in Pennsylvania? A 2025 Medicaid Waiver Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By c1690270 April 8, 2025
When it comes to hiring a caregiver for yourself or a loved one, one of the most important factors is trust. Families want to feel confident that the person entering their home is reliable, compassionate, and safe. Naturally, questions arise about background checks and whether... The post Can a Caregiver with a Criminal Background Be Hired for Home Care? What Families Need to Know appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Nurse in blue scrubs, with face mask, comforts elderly man in a bedroom.
By Brett S April 4, 2025
The post Get Paid to Care For A Loved One in Pennsylvania: 2025 Update appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Man in scrubs assisting elderly man using a walker outdoors, smiling.
By Brett S March 31, 2025
The post List of Home Care Agencies in Philadelphia: 2025 Update appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
A young woman in blue smiles at an older woman in a turquoise shirt, both seated at a table in a home.
By Brett S August 6, 2024
The post Can you get paid to be your parents (mother or father) caregiver? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S August 5, 2024
The post Pennsylvania’s Medicaid Waiver: The Step by Step Enrollment Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Caregiver and elderly man smiling, taking a selfie indoors; caregiver is giving peace sign.
By Brett S August 4, 2024
Are you new to Community Health Choices in Philadelphia? Are you new to Community Health Choices in Philadelphia, PA or a current client looking to find a home care agency provider near you? Is your Philadelphia area Medicaid plan through PA Health and Wellness? Read... The post What Home Care Agencies Accept PA Health and Wellness Home Care Plan in Philadelphia, PA? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S August 1, 2024
The post How to get more home care hours in Pennsylvania: A Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S July 30, 2024
The post Physician Certification Form in PA: A Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Elderly woman and young woman laughing together; indoors.
By Brett S July 29, 2024
The post A Beginner’s Guide to Using Pennsylvania’s Medicaid Waiver for Home Care appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S July 29, 2024
Home care agencies in Philadelphia Learn about how to switch home care agencies in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania between Community HealthChoices providers through the Medicaid waiver in our newest post.  For seniors and their loved ones on the Medicaid waiver through health plans such as UPMC,... The post How to switch home care agencies in Pennsylvania appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S July 28, 2024
The post Will Medicaid Pay For 24 Hour Home Care in PA? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Smiling healthcare worker in blue scrubs leans against a wall in a hospital hallway; colleagues in the background.
By Brett S July 18, 2024
The post How much does Medicaid Pay For Homecare In PA? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Man in neck brace lies in bed while a nurse in scrubs adjusts his blanket.
By Brett S July 18, 2024
Did you know that some employers in the state of Pennsylvania will cover the cost of your Home Health Aide certification course? We give you a step by step guide through how you can get free healthcare training in the state of Pennsylvania. Plus, we... The post Free Home Health Aide Caregiver Training in Philadelphia, PA appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
A man in bed smiles as a man in a blue jacket kneels beside him, hand on his shoulder.
By c1690270 March 5, 2024
Are you new to Community Health Choices in Philadelphia? Are you new to Community Health Choices in Philadelphia, PA or a current client looking to find a home care agency near you? Is your Philadelphia area Medicaid plan through UPMC? Read our guide below to... The post What Home Care Agencies Take UPMC In Pennsylvania? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Elderly man using crutches with support from two medical professionals indoors.
By Brett S January 20, 2024
Are you looking for a printable and accessible list of home healthcare providers? Are you looking for a printable and accessible list of home healthcare providers that accept the Community HealthChoices Medicaid waiver in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania? We created a comprehensive list for you below. The... The post Home Healthcare Provider List- Keystone First Community HealthChoices CHC appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Woman in blue scrubs holds up a gold trophy, smiling in front of a white background.
By Brett S October 11, 2022
Are you a caregiver or home health aide looking to work for a home care agency? Trying to find an agency hiring near you? We give you the scoop on agencies hiring in Philadelphia and help you find the only home care agency paying $15... The post Home Care Agencies Near Me Hiring: Philadelphia appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Nurse in blue scrubs with a tablet speaks to a group of elderly patients in a living room.
By Brett S October 5, 2022
Are you interested in finding the best home care agency in Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas? We help you find the best home care agency for you or your loved one in need right here in our comprehensive guide to the best home care agencies... The post Best Home Care Agencies in Philadelphia: A Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Nurse with raised fist against blue sky overlooking cityscape.
By Brett S August 30, 2022
Are you a resident of the Philadelphia area or suburban counties and looking for a licensed home care agency nearby? Read on to learn how to find a licensed homecare agency near me today! That includes local agencies that serve Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Montgomery, and... The post Licensed Home Care Agency Near Me in Philadelphia: A Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
A young man assists an elderly man lifting small weights, exercising indoors.
By Brett S August 25, 2022
In this guide, we outline the basics of who the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging is and the wonderful resources and what they do for older adults and seniors in Philadelphia, PA. This guide is brought to you by Chosen Family Home Care, a proud partner... The post Philadelphia Corporation for Aging: A Guide For Seniors At Home appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Row houses line a street; a child bikes towards distant skyscrapers under a cloudy sky.
By Brett S July 12, 2022
Want to find out which home care agencies are located in or serve seniors and clients in North Philadelphia? Read below to find the best home care agency in North Philadelphia, including the neighborhoods of Nicetown, Tioga, Olney, West Oak Lane, Allegheny/Strawberry Mansion, and others... The post Home Care Agencies Near Me In North Philadelphia & North Broad Street appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Man in scrubs and a mask, wearing glasses, a stethoscope, and looking to the side, with hands in pocket.
By Brett S July 10, 2022
Want to find out about home care agencies located near the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (19144 and 19138)? Read below to find the best home care agency in Germantown, Philadelphia.      There are many home care agencies that provide home care assistance to... The post Home Care Agency Near Me In Germantown Philadelphia 19144 19138: A Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S July 8, 2022
Are you in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and looking to see if any home care agencies pay overtime? Read our guide below to find out what home care agencies pay overtime. Who governs overtime pay in Pennsylvania? Overtime pay is governed by regulations under the Department of... The post What Home Care Agencies Pay Overtime To Caregivers? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Philadelphia skyline at dusk; high-rise buildings reflect lights on water, under a cloudy sky.
By Brett S June 20, 2022
Want to find out which home care agencies are located in or serve seniors and clients in West Philly? Read below to find the best home care agency in West Philadelphia, including the neighborhoods of Cobbs Creek, Spruce Hill, University City, and beyond. There are... The post Home Care Agencies Near Me In West Philadelphia appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S April 1, 2022
Home care agency in Northeast Philadelphia. Want to find out about home care agencies located near Northeast Philadelphia, Pennsylvania? Read below to find the best home care agency in Northeast Philadelphia, including the neighborhoods of Bustleton, Fox Chase, Pennypack Park, Rawnhurst, and Somertown.  There are... The post Northeast Philadelphia Home Care Agencies / Home Health Aide Caregivers Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Two women: one taking blood pressure, the other smiles in a pink scrub suit in a classroom.
By Brett S March 3, 2022
Want to find out about home care agencies located near the Fishtown neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (19125)? Read below to find the best home care agency in Fishtown, Philadelphia.      There are many home care agencies that provide home care assistance to seniors and... The post Home Care Agencies Near Me In Fishtown, Philadelphia 19125 appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Nurse adjusting blanket of patient in bed with neck brace.
By Brett S November 8, 2021
Are you a current caregiver or home health aide looking for a home health agency that does not require COVID vaccines or COVID testing? We tell you about options for caregivers that want to find a home care agency that doesn’t require the COVID vaccine... The post What Home Care Agencies Don’t Require COVID Vaccines or Testing? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Smiling Black nurse holding a clipboard, wearing blue scrubs and a stethoscope outside a building.
By Brett S November 3, 2021
Are you looking for a home care agency in Philadelphia that accepts Medicaid? We have comprehensive information on local Philadelphia, PA home care agencies that take Medicaid right here. This includes home health aide agencies that accept Community Health Choices, Keystone First, PA Health and... The post What Home Care Agencies Accept Medicaid? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S January 13, 2021
Do you need help finding a private caregiver? We offer the most comprehensive guide to help you recruit and hire private caregivers. Plus, we show you alternate ways that you can help get caregivers, including the pros and cons of using a home care agency.... The post Private Caregivers Near Me: Help Find Independent Caregivers Here appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S January 6, 2021
Looking for the phone number and contact information for the Pennsylvania Independent Enrollment Broker (IEB) or Maximus? Find it right here in our newest post as well as other PA Medicaid waiver and home care resources. Who is the PA Independent Enrollment Broker? The PA... The post PA IEB Phone Number and Contact Info for Maximus appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Caregiver and elderly man smiling, taking a selfie indoors; caregiver is giving peace sign.
By Brett S January 4, 2021
Conozca cómo el innovador programa de Medicaid waiver de Pensilvania puede reducir la carga financiera del cuidado familiar. Lea más para ver cómo algunos miembros de la familia pueden ser elegibles para ser compensados ​​por ofrecer apoyo práctico a sus seres queridos, además de obtener... The post Recibir pago como cuidadador familiar en Pensilvania appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S January 3, 2021
Are you looking for great home care or respite care support without paying expensive home care fees? We outline the cheapest and most affordable home care agency across Pennsylvania and in the greater Philadelphia area in our newest post. Plus, we give a full and... The post What is the lowest cost & most affordable home care provider in Pennsylvania? appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Hand holding a large pile of green cash.
By Brett S January 2, 2021
Wondering how home modifications can benefit your senior loved one at home? Read more to learn about home modifications small and large on any budget. These can improve safety, accessibility, and provide peace of mind for family members and their loved ones. Consider this do-it-yourself... The post Home Modifications for Seniors in Philadelphia on Any Budget appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
A caregiver and client smiling, promoting Chosen Family Home Care's non-discrimination policy.
By Brett S December 22, 2020
  Chosen Family Home Care is committed to providing quality, compassionate care to those in need in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against people on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy) age, sexual orientation (including gender identity and... The post Chosen Family Home Care’s Non-Discrimination Policy for Home Care Clients And Staff appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Nurse in a blue uniform attending to a patient in bed. Brown table holds a bowl.
By Brett S December 14, 2020
Would you like to find a home care agency that offers great employee referral bonuses? Look no further than our guide to home care agencies offering referral bonuses to current caregivers and home health aides in and around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Plus, get insight on what... The post Home care agencies that pay employees referral bonuses appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Smiling Black woman in purple scrubs with stethoscope; medical exam room setting.
By Brett S December 14, 2020
Learn about the job description for caregivers in home care agencies and in home health. We discuss the job duties and work responsibilities for caregivers as well. Be sure to consider the caregiver job descrption listed below when crafting your own resume. Whether you are... The post Caregiver Job Description Example for Home Care: A Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S December 14, 2020
Are you looking for a job as a caregiver? We show you all the central resources for finding caregiver jobs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania along with links straight to employers hiring now! Plus, we share with you the best home care agencies hiring now. This includes... The post Caregiver Jobs in Philadelphia: A Guide appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Woman and elderly woman wearing masks, bumping elbows indoors.
By Brett S December 12, 2020
  The fall statistics for older adults (65+) are alarming. The US Centers for Disease Control indicates that a quarter of Americans over the age of 65 fall every year. Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common cause of nonfatal... The post 6 Exercises and Techniques to Prevent Falls in Elders and Seniors appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S December 11, 2020
  Are you a caregiver looking for ways to help your senior or disabled loved one be active and engaged? Fortunately, there are many ways that elders and the disabled community can get involved with various activities in the Philadelphia community that extend beyond just... The post 9 Activities for the Disabled and Seniors in Philadelphia Instead of TV appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Woman and elderly woman wearing masks, bumping elbows indoors.
By Brett S December 10, 2020
Learn about respite care and how a much-needed break from the demands of caregiving can benefit a family caregiver. Prevent caregiver stress with professional home care support. Find local respite care providers in and around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  What is respite care for home care? Respite... The post Respite Care: 8 Benefits for Family Caregivers appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Two women relaxing on a couch. One with a face mask, smiling. The other wearing an eye mask, lying down.
By Brett S December 2, 2020
Seniors that identify as LGBTQIA face many unique obstacles. Read more to learn about the healthcare challenges that confront the growing and diverse group of LGBT older adults. The LGBT senior community is diverse and growing. In the United States, around 4.5% of individuals identify as LGBT,... The post 7 Unique Healthcare Challenges that LGBT Seniors Face appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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By Brett S December 2, 2020
  It’s easy to take for granted activities of daily living like bathing when you are an active and healthy adult. If you or a loved one has lost mobility and function with age, you will realize the challenges that come with bathing. You also... The post 6 Bathing Tips For Seniors and Caregivers appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Rainbow flag overlaid with binary code, a COVID-19 stamp, and a Coronavirus Alert.
By Brett S December 2, 2020
As seen and posted in the Philadelphia Gay News.   Imagine the fear of being in a subset of the population that is more susceptible to the harmful effects of COVID-19 for a variety of reasons. To further complicate the matter, many members of said... The post Why the LGBTQ Community is Vulnerable to the Coronavirus appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
A nurse and elderly man take a selfie, both smiling and making hand gestures indoors.
By Brett S December 2, 2020
Learn about a variety of home care technology innovations and companies that are on the forefront of improving senior home care and home healthcare. Technology and innovation continue to impact our lives at an unprecedented rate. Mobile devices, big data, analytics, the Internet of Things... The post 6 Companies and Technologies Changing Home Care for the Better appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Close-up of an older person's eye with blue iris, surrounded by wrinkles and age spots.
By Brett S December 1, 2020
Nutritional imbalances and malnutrition can leave a surprising number of adults and seniors vulnerable. Learn to spot the signs of malnutrition and steps to take.   For many aging baby boomers and their loved ones, malnutrition may not always come to mind as a major... The post 14 Signs of Malnutrition to Look Out for in Seniors appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
Diagram comparing brain scans: healthy, mild Alzheimer's, and severe Alzheimer's. The brain shrinks in severity.
By Brett S November 30, 2020
How to provide effective care for someone with dementia during the COVID-19 outbreak. Dementia refers to a group of cognitive and behavioral symptoms that form as a result of declining function in the brain. Caregiving for someone with dementia is a tough role, particularly in... The post A Caregiver’s Guide to Dementia Care During the Pandemic appeared first on Chosen Family Home Care.
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