Home care questions, answered
Know what you are choosing before you choose care.
Clear answers about tasks, schedules, costs, payment, and getting started—for yourself or someone you love.
Cincinnati, Ohio and Northern Kentucky · 4- or 8-hour visits to discuss
Services and service area
What does Passionate Care Home Health help with?
Our services include personal care, medication reminders, meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, and respite. See practical task examples, including laundry, fresh sheets, errands, and appointment support to discuss. Specific tasks are confirmed in the care plan.
Where do you provide care?
We serve Cincinnati, Ohio and Northern Kentucky. Share the ZIP code where care is needed so we can confirm the location and scheduling availability.
Hours and costs
How much does home care cost?
Our rate is $35/hour. A 4-hour shift costs $140 for care; an 8-hour shift costs $280. Ask for the complete written quote, including any applicable mileage, parking, purchases, holiday, cancellation, or other charges. Answer a few questions to explore schedules.
Can I arrange a 4-hour visit instead of a full day?
Yes. Visits can be scheduled as 4-hour or 8-hour shifts, subject to agreement on the tasks, days, times, and availability. The questionnaire lets you choose 4-hour visits, 8-hour visits, or a mix. You can also ask us to help you decide. It does not book or reserve a visit.
Can a schedule average less than $3,000 a month?
Yes. Four 4-hour visits each week provide 16 hours/week. At $35/hour, that is $560/week and about $2,427/month on average for care. This is not a fixed monthly price or a cap: actual bills depend on the hours provided and any agreed additional charges.
Can I add or reduce visits later?
Tell us when your needs change. We ask all changes be discussed and agreed upon with a 30day notice so the caregiver can open or fill the spot. We will also ensure we have the agreement written in your contract. Changing your questionnaire answers does not change an existing care schedule or contract.
Everyday tasks and the right level of care
Can you help with bathing, dressing, and the bathroom?
Personal care can include help with these daily routines within your agreed care plan. Discuss the support needed and the person’s preferences. We need to confirm whether a particular transfer, lift, or other hands-on task can be provided.
Can you take someone to an appointment or help with shopping?
Absolutely. Ask about appointment accompaniment, transport, and errands during the consultation. Before the outing, we will confirm the driver and vehicle arrangements, accessibility, travel and waiting time, mileage, parking, and responsibility for purchases.
What does light housekeeping include?
Examples to discuss include dishes, light kitchen tidying, laundry, changing sheets, emptying ordinary household trash, and keeping everyday living spaces orderly. Agree on the visit priorities. You will still want to hire for deep cleaning, repairs, hazardous work, really heavy lifting, or ladder work.
Can you help with meals and meal planning?
Yes! We will discuss everyday meal planning, a grocery list, preparation, and kitchen tidying around our client’s preferences. Share dietary instructions from your qualified care team during care setup. Although we are not a clinical nutrition service, we will be happy to help with the tasks above.
What is the difference between medication reminders and medication management?
Reminders are prompts for an established medication routine. We do not change doses, or give medical advice. We will help you follow the prescribing professional or pharmacist’s medication instructions.
Do you provide nursing or physical therapy?
The services described on these pages are nonmedical daily support. We can connect you with our nursing staff and physical therapist for period needs. Contact us about any clinical request so the appropriate provider and current availability can be confirmed.
Payment, scheduling, and family involvement
Will Medicare or insurance pay?
Unfortunately, Medicare does not cover personal or custodial care when that is the only care needed. Qualifying skilled home health has separate eligibility and provider rules. Long-term care insurance benefits vary by policy. Confirm payment arrangements with us and the insurer; as of now, we do not participate in Medicare, Medicaid, or a particular insurance program. Read Medicare’s coverage explanation.
Is care at home always less expensive than assisted living?
Usually, but not necessarily. The paid hours, level of support, and quality of facility that’s quoted can change the answer. Home Health support usually cost less; intensive, around the clock or continuous support could possibly cost the same or more. Compare suitable options and full budgets.
How soon can care start?
We always try to accommodate our clients as soon as possible. Tell us your preferred start date and visit times. A start depends on the location, task fit, care setup, signed agreement, and available staffing. We confirm the date directly. The website does not show live openings or guarantee a same-day start.
Will the same caregiver come every time?
Yes, that is the goal. Ask how continuity, and backup coverage would work for the schedule you need. These arrangements should be clear before care starts. We can discuss the instance where we would not be able to guarantee the same person for every visit.
Can a family member arrange care?
Yes. Family members can ask questions and help with planning. Include the person receiving care and respect their choices. We confirm the appropriate contacts, consent, and authority to sign during care setup.
Getting started, privacy, and the written agreement
How do I get started?
The best way is to start with the questionnaire. Choose the help you would welcome, your preferences, and a visit pattern. This way we can better cover your needs. Review your choices and the starting estimate, or ask us to help work out the hours for you. **You can explore fewer hours before deciding whether to request a call. If you want a call, complete and submit the short contact form at the end. Nothing is sent to us until you submit that form, and no worries, a request does not actually confirm your booked care or start a contract.
What information should I leave out of the website forms?
Please leave out diagnoses, medication lists, medical records, insurance numbers, Social Security numbers, payment details, and other sensitive health information. The forms are for general inquiries and to help you let us know your task preferences. Share detailed care information directly during the appropriate care setup process.
What are the cancellation and guarantee terms?
Before you sign, take a look at the terms in your written service agreement. We always want to make sure everything is a good fit before we ask you and our caregivers to commit. We have found a 30-day ‘trial’ period is a good way to see if it’s a good match. If you have any questions about notice requirements, fees, or cancellation options, please let us know. Also, any guarantees or fee waivers need to be clearly stated in your written agreement for your care.
How do I review and sign the agreement?
After your free in person consultation, we will confirm the schedule, the terms, the authorized signer receives instructions for the client-specific agreement. Read the full terms and keep a copy. Please note, the online public inquiry form is not a signature or acceptance of a care contract.
Can you cover evenings, weekends, overnight, or around-the-clock care?
Tell us the hours you need so we can discuss availability and staffing. We will discuss the openings and your request for the 4- and 8-hour daily planning options and what continuous coverage is desired and available. If needed, we can try to help plan support outside our agreed visits too.
Still weighing your options? Bring your questions.
Answer a few questions about the help you want and when you would like it. Review your choices and a starting estimate, explore fewer hours if you wish, and request a call when you are ready. We’ll discuss the tasks, schedule, and availability before you decide.
A request does not reserve a caregiver, confirm an appointment, or start a care contract.
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