When families often call
Families commonly reach out when a loved one is returning home after a fall, surgery, illness, rehabilitation stay, or a change in mobility. You may be trying to coordinate discharge instructions, meals, transportation, personal care, and the needs of a worried family at the same time.
How in-home care can help after discharge
- Personal-care assistance such as bathing, dressing, and safe routines
- Companionship and supervision while a family member is at work or needs rest
- Meal preparation and light household support
- Mobility support and help reducing fall-risk situations at home
- Transportation or accompaniment as appropriate to the care plan
- Clear communication with the family about daily care needs
What to prepare before the first call
You do not need every answer before contacting us. If available, it helps to know the expected discharge date, the kind of help needed at home, how soon support is needed, the preferred schedule, and any instructions the hospital or rehabilitation team has provided.
A local, personal next step
Peninsula Caregiving serves families across Palo Alto, Los Altos, Menlo Park, Atherton, Portola Valley, Mountain View, Redwood City, Sunnyvale, Stanford, and Cupertino. Tell us what is happening, and a local advisor can help you think through the right next step.