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Personal In-Home Care

Hands-On Help That Honors Dignity & Routine

Personal In-Home Care Services in Oakland & Macomb Counties That Respect Routine & Independence

When daily tasks become difficult, a little help can go a long way. At Avalon Essential Home Care in Troy, our personal in-home care services provide consistent, one-on-one support with hygiene, mobility, dressing, and other sensitive routines. Every interaction is approached with patience, dignity, and kindness.

Each care plan is built around your loved one’s preferences, comfort level, and daily habits. Our caregivers offer support with tasks like getting in and out of bed, taking a shower, and staying steady on their feet—always encouraging as much independence as possible.

We’ve worked with families across Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties for over 20 years, offering support that feels safe, familiar, and personal. If you’re looking for dependable in-home care that blends practical help with genuine connection, we’re here to guide you through every step.

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Let’s discuss what makes your loved one feel at home.

What Personal In-Home Care Can Include

Each person’s routine carries its own rhythm and meaning. That’s why we take the time to listen and understand what brings comfort, ease, and confidence. Our caregivers offer gentle, one-on-one support with daily tasks while honoring independence and treating every moment with care.

Types of support can include:

  • Mobility Support: Helping clients move safely around their home, including transfers, walking, and repositioning
  • Hygiene & Grooming: Assistance with bathing, oral care, hair brushing, and other daily hygiene needs
  • Toileting & Incontinence Care: Discreet, respectful support that reduces discomfort and maintains routine
  • Dressing Assistance: Helping choose appropriate clothing and get dressed comfortably
  • Meal Help & Feeding Support: Encouraging proper nutrition through gentle feeding help or mealtime supervision
  • Morning & Evening Routines: Starting and ending the day with structure, comfort, and familiar guidance

These services are always tailored to the client and adjusted over time. If your loved one is struggling with daily activities, we’ll create a practical, compassionate care plan that best fits them as an individual.

Explore More In-Home Care Options for Your Loved One

No two care journeys are the same, which is why Avalon Essential Home Care offers a full range of in-home support to best fit your loved one’s situation. Whether you’re planning ahead or responding to a sudden change, we’re here to provide thoughtful, compassionate care that adjusts as life does.

General In-Home Care

Reliable support for daily routines like meal prep, errands, light housekeeping, and mobility.

Companion Care

Friendly conversation, shared activities, and a steady presence that helps ease loneliness while building emotional connection and comfort.

Respite & Short-Term Care

Flexible, short-term help for families who need trusted backup during travel, medical recovery, or caregiving breaks without disrupting the client’s daily life.

Personal In-Home Care FAQs

Planning personal in-home care often raises questions, especially when looking for someone you can trust with your loved one’s daily routines. We understand this decision is sensitive, so we approach every care plan with patience, respect, and open conversation.

Below are answers to some of the most common questions from families exploring personal care support. Our full FAQ page offers even more guidance if you don’t see what you’re looking for.

Our caregivers provide support with sensitive, daily activities that many individuals find difficult to manage alone. These include bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and incontinence care. We also assist with mobility support, including help getting in and out of bed or chairs, using a walker or cane, and maintaining balance while walking. All services are built around the individual’s level of independence, respecting their preferences while ensuring safety.

Personal in-home care is about building trust and maintaining dignity. We assign caregivers who are patient, compassionate, and trained to offer hands-on help in a way that feels respectful and empowering. Families can rest easy knowing that their loved one’s physical and emotional comfort is always at the center of our care.

We take multiple steps to guarantee clients receive care from someone familiar and dependable:

  • Caregiver Matching: We pair clients with caregivers based on schedule, experience, and personality fit.
  • Direct Introductions: Before care begins, we provide in-person introductions so clients and families feel comfortable.
  • Minimal Rotation: We avoid rotating staff whenever possible and stick to one consistent caregiver.
  • Routine Oversight: Our coordinators check in regularly to make sure everything is going smoothly.
  • Backup Planning: If a caregiver is unavailable, we always notify the family and send someone already briefed on the care plan.

Consistency matters, especially with personal care. That’s why we work closely with families to keep transitions minimal and comfort levels high.

Not at all. Personal in-home care is often most valuable for individuals who are still mostly independent but need support with specific routines. For example, someone recovering from surgery might need help bathing safely or managing a temporary mobility issue. A senior who tires easily may want a caregiver to assist with dressing in the morning or preparing for bed.

Our team works with a wide range of clients, including those living with chronic conditions, aging adults who want to remain at home, and individuals with disabilities. The level of assistance can be as light or involved as needed and is always based on the client’s current abilities and future goals. It’s about helping them stay safe while honoring how they want to live.

Yes. Personal in-home care includes attention to physical comfort and emotional well-being:

  • Companionship: Our caregivers listen, talk, and form real relationships.
  • Routine Stability: We help clients maintain their usual daily rhythm, which supports confidence and reduces stress.
  • Dignity in Care: We approach every task, even the most intimate, with care and professionalism.
  • Calm, Patient Support: Caregivers work at the client’s pace without rushing or pressure.

Emotional health is just as important as physical health. That’s why every care plan includes both practical help and meaningful connection.

Beginning personal in-home care starts with a simple, compassionate conversation. We’ll schedule a time to speak with you to learn about your loved one’s daily needs, routines, preferences, and any safety concerns. That conversation helps us design a care plan that truly reflects what your family wants and needs.

Once a plan is in place, we introduce your caregiver and remain available 24/7 to adjust schedules or provide guidance. Our team stays involved and responsive, ensuring that care continues smoothly and evolves as needed. You’ll never be left figuring things out alone. We’re here every step of the way.

Caring Personal In-Home Care Providers

Personal care, homemaking, meal prep, medication reminder

“My mom has been A client for several years and I am highly satisfied with the services provided. The staff always arrives on time which makes for a great relief. The agency has provided excellent interaction with my mother and it’s nice that she has the same care giver all the time.”

Wawathomas

Kind, Respectful Dementia Support

“AE Homecare provides compassionate personal care and light housekeeping for my elderly mother with dementia. Whether her aides are preparing simple meals, helping her with bathing, doing light cleaning, laundry, or kindly visiting a little with her each time they come, she is always treated with dignity and respect. I cannot say enough good things about AE Homecare’s excellent Staffing Personnel and compassionate aides who look out for my mother’s welfare. We truly could not care for her in her own home without their help. Thank you for all you do. You have truly been an answer to our prayers.”

Daughter of a Dementia Patient

Great company and services

“I’ve had the same caregiver for the past year now who is an awesome caregiver to my mother-in-law she just love her and takes care of her dearly”

Carletta Taylor

Reliable, Caring, Responsive Service

“The agency provides a caregiver for my ex-spouse who has Alzheimer’s. We have a caregiver that is dedicated to him and has experience with Alzheimer’s patients. She is very easy to deal with when I see her in person at his house. She gives reports to the agency so that they have it on file. She is typically on time and if for some reason she will be late the agency will let me know immediately. The agency is also quick to provide a back up if the dedicated caregiver is not able to be at his house that day. The agency is very responsive to my requests.”

Kim

High marks for AE Homecare!!

“We have been the recipients of the extraordinary service for my husband, who has MS and is wheelchair bound. I am the primary caregiver, but have had help from this amazing agency for over a year now. The office personnel are exceptional, as they call regularly to check up on how my husband is doing and truly want to know if anything has changed. Our personal caregiver is outstanding. We have been with numerous agencies over the years and she is simply perfection. If an occasion arises and she can’t make it to shift they will send someone else all the while alerting us , with sufficient time so that we can change plans, if need be. None of this has been our experience with the other agencies. I can leave the house during their time with him and know that he is in good hands. AE Homecare is a blessing.”

Peacock

Contact Our Team to Learn More About Personal In-Home Care in Troy, MI

Every care plan begins with listening. Before we match your loved one with a caregiver, we take the time to understand their routine, preferences, and level of comfort with personal care tasks. These conversations help us create a plan that feels respectful, supportive, and tailored to their day-to-day life.

You’ll speak directly with our Troy-based care coordinators, who stay involved throughout the journey. We’re here to answer questions, talk through options, and support your family as needs evolve. If you’re unsure where to start or simply want to talk things through, we’re ready when you are.

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Thoughtful care begins with a conversation. Contact Avalon Essential Home Care to plan personal in-home support.