Payment Options For More Affordable Home Care Services In Summerville, SC

Our personal and affordable home care services are available in a number of payment options in Summerville, Ladson, and the surrounding area

When families first begin to investigate options for personal care, one of their most pressing concerns is, "How much does it cost to give care?" The response depends on the context, environment, and treatment required. However, don't worry; our customer service team is here to assist you at every turn.

If you're wondering how to pay for nonmedical treatment in Summerville, there are several options available to you. It's critical to assess your loved one's financial situation before deciding on the most cost-effective payment option. Please contact (843) 594-0297 or use one of the buttons below if you have any questions about our affordable home care plans.

Methods of Payment Accepted

Some of the most common ways to pay for private home care services are as follows:

Veteran's Benefits:

• Veterans and the surviving spouses of veterans may be eligible for some in home care assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs, either through health benefits offered to veterans or in the form of a monthly cash benefit.
• These advantages may be amplified if your loved one is unable to leave home. Comfort Keepers has established rapport with the VA and is able to offer assistance to anyone seeking to enroll in VA benefits. 

Out-of-Pocket/Private Pay:

• Many families are responsible for covering the costs of this type of treatment for a family member. Assisted living, for example, is typically paid for out of pocket. While in-home elder care is often less expensive than institutional care, expenses vary depending on the type of assistance needed and the number of hours required to complete the care plan. 
• Families who want to learn more about companion care, respite care, or personal affordable home care for their loved ones are urged to contact our office to discuss the components of a customized care plan for their loved ones.

Long-Term Care Insurance: 

• This sort of policy may pay for non-medical care. When you have a chronic medical condition, a handicap, or an illness like Alzheimer's disease, long term care insurance coverage can assist pay the expenses of such care. 
• Long term care insurance is similar to auto or house insurance in that the policyholder pays a premium for as long as the policy is active. If you're not sure whether your loved one has long term care coverage, ask their financial adviser or power of attorney. You can learn more about long term care insurance here.

Workers Compensation:  

• If you or a family member has incurred any serious illnesses, you may be entitled to compensation. This is effectively a disability insurance program for workers, providing cash benefits, healthcare benefits, or both to workers who suffer injury or illness as a direct result of their jobs.  

Respite Vouchers: 

• The focus of the Respite Voucher Program is caregiver relief. Our staff works with each approved family to find the best respite care option for their needs. Vouchers are only used to pay for breaks from hands-on caregiving. The voucher program is funded by a variety of federal, state, and local sources.

Contact Us to Learn More!

Our team may schedule a free, no-obligation visit with a care coordinator to better understand your requirements. Following our discussion, we may begin constructing an affordable home care plan that is tailored to your loved one's unique needs. Our Summerville location does not accept Medicare or Medicaid services.

Simply click on one of the buttons below to contact our offices in Summerville, Ladson, John's Island, and the surrounding region. We'll be pleased to assist you!