What Is the Difference Between Home Care and Home Health Care?

The difference between home care and home health care is the type of care provided.

Home care consists of non-medical care, while home health care consists of skilled medical care. Explore the similarities and differences, as well as the non-medical in-home care services we provide.

What Is Non-Medical Home Care?

At Griswold Care Pairing for St. Charles, St. Louis & Warren Counties, we provide non-medical in-home care. Non-medical home care is provided by referred Caregivers, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and Home Health Aides (HHAs). There are several ways to pay for Caregiver referrals, including private pay, long-term care insurance (LTCi), and Veterans benefits. Your Griswold referred Caregiver can assist with a wide-ranging scope of services, such as:

• Personal Care: Ideal for someone needing a higher level of care requiring hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Includes help with bathing, toileting, dressing, personal hygiene, walking, transfers (assisting or moving a client from one place to another), and medication reminders.
• Companionship: Perfect for those at risk of social isolation or people who just need a little help. Includes friendly conversation, engagement in hobbies, and social outings.
• Homemaking: Let us take some tasks off your plate. Includes meal preparation, light housekeeping, grocery, pharmacy, and local errands.
• Respite Care: Helpful for primary Caregivers needing temporary relief to prevent isolation and burnout. Referred Caregivers provide a much-needed break so primary Caregivers can do things like visit friends, complete personal chores, go to the gym, or take vacations and business trips.

What Is the Concierge Advantage?

We also offer the Concierge Advantage: Expert guidance, personalized advocacy, and peace of mind. When aging, illness, or long-term care needs arise, families are often faced with overwhelming decisions, complex systems, and emotional stress. Our Concierge Advocate services provide clarity, coordination, and compassionate support—every step of the way.

• What is a Concierge Advocate? A Concierge Advocate is your trusted partner and guide, helping you make informed decisions while ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. We simplify the complex and stand beside you—so you can focus on what matters most.
• How will the Concierge Advantage support my loved one? We’ll help you navigate and coordinate care. We can identify appropriate care options and ensure continuity. We’ll be your long-term care insurance advocate, helping you understand your policy and benefits. Our team will monitor changing needs and ensure your voice is heard and respected.
• Why do families choose Concierge Advocacy? Having a knowledgeable, dedicated advocate by your side means less stress, fewer unknowns, and better outcomes for your family. You deserve expert guidance, thoughtful support, and a plan you can trust.

Let us help your family navigate care with confidence and peace of mind. Contact us today for a complimentary consultation with Gayle Messmann, our Client Advocate Manager!

What Is Home Health Care?

Home health care is also known as skilled care. It consists of medical care tasks. Home health care is provided by licensed professionals like nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists. Some home health services are covered by Medicaid and Medicare. Medical or skilled services may include:

• IV and injection administration
• Medication management
• Health status monitoring
• Test administration
• Pain management
• Wound care
• Patient education

What Services Does Griswold Provide?

To sum it up, home care provides non-medical care, while home health care provides skilled medical care. Both aim to give people the help they need to live in the place they love. We provide non-medical in-home care, focusing on personal care, companionship, and homemaking. Reach out to learn more using the button below.