Home Care Glossary for Winchester Families
These plain-language terms can help you discuss everyday support with the Winchester office. Services and availability should be confirmed for your address and care needs.
Personal care
Respectful assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and other personal routines as described in the care plan.
Companion care
Company and support with ordinary activities such as meals, light housekeeping, conversation, and meaningful shared interests.
Respite care
Temporary support that gives a family caregiver time for rest, work, appointments, or other responsibilities.
Activities of Daily Living
ADLs are basic everyday tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, and mobility. A care plan describes the assistance the individual needs.
Care plan
An agreed description of needs, preferences, services, and scheduling. Include the person receiving care and their family wherever appropriate.
Medication reminders
Prompts to follow an established medication schedule. Questions about doses, side effects, and treatment belong with a qualified clinician or pharmacist.
Dementia support
Non-medical assistance with familiar routines, personal care, companionship, and engagement for someone living with memory difficulties.
Post-hospital support
Help with daily routines after returning home, alongside discharge instructions and clinical services arranged with healthcare professionals.
Clinical care
Diagnosis, treatment, nursing, and other healthcare services require appropriately qualified professionals. Ask the office separately about any licensed clinical services; availability is not established by this glossary.
Contact the Winchester care team
Call (540) 527-7160 or contact the Winchester office to discuss services and availability for your address. Our office is at 244 Hope Dr, Winchester, VA 22601.
