Q. What kind of services does Elders Choice of PA provide?
A. Our agency connects caregivers with consumers. We recruit, screen, credential, and refer caregivers for interviews.
Q. What services does a referred caregiver provide?
A. Referred caregivers provide 24/7 live-in non-medical services such as personal care, homemaking, and companionship services.
Q. Where do you provide services?
A. Services are available only in private homes or retirement communities in Pennsylvania.
Q. Do referred caregivers provide services by the hour?
A. No. Elders Choice of PA only refers 24/7 live-in support with one primary caregiver.
Q. How does the cost of this service work?
A. Fees for services are based on a flat daily rate, not an hourly rate. Caregiver costs are mutually agreed upon by the client and the caregiver. Elders Choice of PA is paid for ongoing placement services. This approach to live-in support is usually more cost-effective.
Q. Do you accept health insurance plans or long-term care insurance?
A. Elders Choice of PA is accepted for individuals and couples who have long-term care insurance with an eligible home care benefit, although we cannot guarantee the extent to which our services may be covered.
Q. How soon can services start and how do I contact Elders Choice of PA ?
A. Services typically begin within 24 to 72 hours after Elders Choice of PA staff conducts a face-to-face assessment with the client. All potential clients must have a power of attorney, guardian, or conservator. To get started, go to the Locations tab and select the state in which the individual resides and fill out the contact form or call Ebony Chatmon at 717-991-2742 in Pennsylvania.