Care Plan Examples:

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Client Name: Sally 
Age: 78
Location: Fairhope, AL
Condition: Moderate-stage Alzheimer’s dementia
Living Situation: Alone in her longtime home; widowed
Family Support: Two adult children living out of state

Background

Sally is a 78-year-old retired elementary school teacher who has lived in the same home for over 40 years. Her late husband passed away six years ago, and she has since lived alone. Her two adult children live in different states and visit as often as they can, but they are unable to provide daily support.  Over the past year, Sally has shown increasing signs of memory loss, confusion, and disorientation. After a formal evaluation, she was diagnosed with moderate-stage Alzheimer’s dementia. Her family became concerned for her safety after she wandered outside at night and left the stove on unattended. Although Sally values her independence and is emotionally attached to her home, it's clear that she now needs consistent in-home support to remain safe and well.

Challenges

• Cognitive Decline: Sally often forgets appointments, struggles with medication management, and experiences occasional episodes of agitation or anxiety.

• Safety Risks: She has left the oven on, misplaced personal items, and become confused about how to use household appliances.

• Nutrition & Hygiene: Sally sometimes forgets to eat or showers irregularly, leading to hygiene issues and noticeable weight loss.

• Social Isolation: Living alone with dementia has led to increased feelings of loneliness and confusion, particularly in the evenings (“sundowning” symptoms).

• Financial Planning: Her family was initially concerned about the affordability of care, especially since Sally is on a fixed retirement income with modest savings.

Solution: A Custom Home Care Plan with Alethia Senior Care

Alethia Senior Care worked closely with Sally’s children to create a personalized care plan tailored to both her needs and their budget. Because Alethia offers flexible pricing with no service minimums, the family was able to choose only the support Sally needed without paying for unnecessary extras.

Customized Care Plan Highlights:

• Daily check-ins (4 hours/day, 6 days/week): Caregivers assist with bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, and light housekeeping.

• Safety monitoring: Caregivers ensure that appliances are used safely and provide supervision to prevent wandering.

• Cognitive engagement: Structured activities such as reading, puzzles, and memory games are included to keep Sally mentally stimulated.

• Companionship care: Caregivers engage Sally in conversation and accompany her on short walks, helping reduce feelings of loneliness and anxiety.

• Family updates: Alethia’s caregivers provide regular updates to Sally’s children via phone and email to maintain peace of mind and ensure transparency.

Cost Breakdown

The average hourly rate for home care in the region ranges from $25 to $30/hour. Based on Sally’s selected schedule (4 hours/day, 6 days/week), her monthly cost is approximately:

• 96 hours/month × $27/hour (average) = $2,592/month

This is significantly more affordable than full-time memory care facilities, which can range from $4,500 to $6,000/month, and it allows Sally to remain in her beloved home with a higher quality of life.

Outcome

Within a few weeks, Sally began to thrive with the structured support of Alethia’s compassionate caregivers. She’s eating regularly, staying clean and safe, and enjoys the company of her caregiver, whom she now considers a friend. Her family feels relieved knowing she is well cared for, and the flexible plan ensures her care can be scaled up if her needs change in the future.

Conclusion

Sally’s story illustrates the importance of personalized, budget-conscious in-home care for seniors with dementia. At Alethia Senior Care, we believe that every individual deserves dignity, independence, and support—on their terms. With our "Home Care, Your Way" approach, families like Sally’s get peace of mind, and seniors get to live safely and comfortably where they belong: at home.

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Certainly! Here’s a detailed and realistic case study featuring Jim, a senior recovering from a stroke who requires in-home care. The case study includes personal challenges, care needs, and cost considerations. It is written in a warm, professional tone suitable for brochures, websites, or client education materials.

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Client #2

Client Name: Jim T.
Age: 72
Location: Orange Beach, AL
Condition: Post-stroke recovery with limited mobility
Living Situation: Lives at home with his wife, Linda
Family Support: Wife is primary companion but unable to provide physical assistance

Background

Jim is a 72-year-old retired contractor known for his strong work ethic and love of woodworking. Several months ago, Jim suffered an ischemic stroke that left him with partial paralysis on his left side and significant weakness overall. He now uses a wheelchair for mobility and requires assistance with most daily tasks.  Jim lives with his wife, Linda, who has been his emotional anchor through recovery. However, at 70 years old and dealing with her own arthritis and back issues, Linda is unable to provide the physical support Jim now needs for safe transfers, hygiene, and mobility.  Jim expressed a preference for a male caregiver due to his size (6’2", 240 lbs) and a desire to preserve his dignity during more personal aspects of care. His family agreed that a professional in-home care provider was the most respectful, safe, and sustainable solution.

Challenges

• Mobility and Transfers: Jim requires assistance moving between his wheelchair, bed, and bathroom. Without proper lifting support, there is a high risk of injury—for both Jim and his wife.

• Personal Care Needs: Jim needs help with bathing, toileting, dressing, and grooming. Due to his size, these tasks require strength and proper technique.

• Medication and Therapy: Jim has a complex medication schedule and needs help adhering to prescribed physical therapy routines to regain strength and coordination.

• Caregiver Preference: Jim was adamant about having a male caregiver for comfort and privacy during personal care tasks.

• Caregiver Burnout Risk: Without support, Linda was showing signs of fatigue and emotional stress from trying to manage on her own.

Solution: Customized In-Home Care from Alethia Senior Care

Alethia Senior Care developed a personalized care plan tailored specifically to Jim’s post-stroke needs, including assigning a trained male caregiver who could manage the physical demands of his care with professionalism and compassion.

Care Plan Details:

• 6 hours/day, 5 days/week (weekday schedule):

  • Morning assistance with bathing, dressing, and transferring

  • Medication reminders and coordination with therapy exercises

  • Light housekeeping and meal prep

  • Companionship and supervised walks (wheelchair or assisted walking)

• Respite care on weekends (as needed): Relief care for Linda to rest or attend appointments

• Mobility training support: Reinforcing prescribed physical therapy routines at home

Additional Support:

• Safety adjustments: Alethia helped coordinate installation of grab bars and a transfer bench in the bathroom.

• Ongoing communication: Weekly updates provided to Jim and Linda’s adult children for peace of mind.

Cost Breakdown

Hourly care rates in Fairhope typically range from $25 to $30/hour. For Jim’s 6-hour, 5-day weekly schedule:

• 30 hours/week × $27/hour (average) = $810/week

• Estimated Monthly Cost = $3,240

This personalized care approach is less expensive than skilled nursing facilities, which often cost $7,000–$9,000/month, and it allows Jim to remain in the comfort of his home with his wife and maintain a higher quality of life.

Outcome

With Alethia Senior Care’s support, Jim has made notable progress in his recovery. He feels more confident and secure with a trained caregiver by his side, and he appreciates having someone who understands both his physical needs and his personality. Linda has been able to rest and return to being a loving spouse rather than a stressed caregiver.

Their home feels like home again—not a hospital—with safety, routine, and dignity restored.

Conclusion

Jim’s story is a powerful example of how thoughtful, tailored in-home care can restore independence, support family caregivers, and promote recovery after a life-changing event like a stroke. At Alethia Senior Care, we understand that no two clients are the same—and our flexible, compassionate approach ensures care plans are built around real people and real needs.

This is the heart of Home Care, Your Way.

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Client #3

Client Name: Kathy 
Age: 83
Location: Foley, AL
Condition: Late-stage cancer (hospice care)
Living Situation: Alone in her home; widowed
Family Support: Two adult children living out of state, unable to provide daily care

Background

Kathy is an 83-year-old retired librarian, known by her neighbors for her warm smile and love of literature. After a year-long battle with metastatic cancer, her medical team recommended transitioning to hospice care, focusing on comfort and quality of life in her final stage. Kathy made it clear she wanted to remain in her home—the place filled with decades of memories—rather than move into a facility. Her adult children, both of whom live across the country and have demanding work and family obligations, were heartbroken but unable to relocate or provide the level of care she now requires. Hospice support services through her medical provider offered intermittent nursing visits, but Kathy needed non-medical 24-hour support at home—everything from repositioning in bed and assistance with feeding, to emotional comfort and companionship.

Challenges

• Around-the-clock care: Kathy required help with nearly all activities of daily living (ADLs), including toileting, feeding, bathing, and medication reminders.

• Safety concerns: She was at risk of falls and experienced episodes of disorientation and fatigue, particularly at night.

• Emotional support: Kathy experienced anxiety about being alone during her final days and expressed a deep desire for consistent companionship.

• Family burnout risk: Her children tried to visit when possible, but were emotionally and logistically overwhelmed.

• Affordability concerns: With the need for 24-hour support, cost quickly became a consideration. The family hoped for a provider offering compassionate care with flexible, sustainable pricing.

Solution: Hospice-Appropriate In-Home Care from Alethia Senior Care

Alethia Senior Care created a comprehensive hospice care support plan that ensured Kathy could remain safely and peacefully at home while honoring her final wishes. The care was 24/7, with caregivers rotating in 12-hour shifts to maintain consistency and continuity of care.

Care Plan Details:

• 24/7 caregiver coverage (two 12-hour shifts per day):

  • Assistance with personal care: bathing, toileting, repositioning

  • Meal preparation, hydration reminders, and feeding assistance

  • Emotional companionship and end-of-life support

  • Bedside presence and vigilance, especially during nights

• Coordination with hospice medical team: Caregivers supported medication reminders and pain management schedules outlined by the hospice nurse.

• Family communication: Daily updates provided to her children for peace of mind

• Compassionate presence: Caregivers were trained in end-of-life care techniques, including comforting touch, soft communication, and spiritual sensitivity

Cost Breakdown

Standard hourly rates in Fairhope range from $25 to $30/hour, but Alethia offers discounted rates for extended 24-hour care packages to ease financial strain.

• 24 hours/day × 30 days/month = 720 hours/month

• Discounted hospice rate: $23/hour

• Estimated Monthly Cost: $16,560

This comprehensive approach was far more personal and peaceful than institutional care, and allowed Kathy to remain in her familiar environment, with dignity and grace. For comparison, full-time nursing home or inpatient hospice care can range from $9,000 to $12,000/month, often with rotating staff and less personal consistency.

Outcome

Kathy’s final weeks were spent peacefully at home, surrounded by the familiar comforts of her life. The consistent presence of caring aides allowed her to relax, share memories, and even smile and laugh during visits from her children. Her family was grateful for the kindness and skill of the caregivers, and the support gave them the opportunity to be present as loved ones—not overwhelmed as full-time caregivers. Kathy passed away quietly, with a caregiver holding her hand—just as she had hoped.

Conclusion

Kathy’s story reflects the powerful role that dignified in-home hospice care plays at life’s most delicate moments. With flexible 24/7 support, compassionate caregivers, and discounted extended care rates, Alethia Senior Care helped one family honor their mother’s wishes—and gave her the peace, privacy, and presence she so deeply deserved. This is the true meaning of Home Care, Your Way.

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