What Are At Home Companions For Elderly People?
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A live-in aid is an individual who works in the home of a senior and provides assistance for a variety of tasks. Live-in aides may be family members, a neighbor or a friend. These professionals typically stay in a person’s home during regular work hours and do not have to work hospital shifts. Some live-in aids may accompany the senior on outings or to doctor’s appointments.
A live-in aide is not an employee of a landlord. A qualified individual can be hired to provide live-in care for a senior. These aides may not keep housing vouchers, but they do have certain responsibilities. A live-in aide may be necessary for a senior who needs a higher level of assistance. However, the person should meet the requirements of HUD Section 202 PRAC and Section 811 before becoming a live-in aide.