Home Care / In Home Aide Services (IHAS)

The program provides care services and light housekeeping to adults aged 18 and older residing in Montgomery County, who have functional disabilities and need assistance with personal care, chores, and/or activities of daily living to promote self-sufficiency to help them remain in their own homes. The goal is to prevent or reduce the length of institutionalization, and prevent or remedy abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation.

How to Apply

Call the Aging and Disability Resource Unit at 240-777-3000 for more information and to discuss eligibility for the program.

Documents To Bring

None

Eligibility Requirements

An individual is eligible for Home Care if the individual is receiving case management and requires the service as a part of a treatment plan to prevent or reduce the length of institutional placement;  prevent or reduce the length of out-of-home placement of children; prevent or remedy abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation; or promote self-sufficiency; and is:

• Unable to obtain the necessary paraprofessional services from another resource;
• Willing to accept Home Care; and agrees to pay any fee required. 

Fees and Payments

Depending on the income and family size of the applicant, the applicant may need to contribute toward the hourly cost of the aide service. This is determined by a sliding-scale and the fee is paid to the Department of Social Services.

FAQ's

How many hours can I receive weekly?
An assessment is done to establish a weekly service plan.   The number of weekly hours provided is based on need and funding availability.

Additional Information

No additional information at this time.

 

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