It can be hard to know when it’s time for extra help—especially when changes are gradual. Maybe your loved one is skipping meals, forgetting appointments, or just not managing as well at home. Or maybe you are the one feeling stretched too thin trying to manage it all.

At Home Instead Elk Grove, we’ve helped more than 1,800 families across Rancho Cordova, Folsom, Galt, and beyond take this step with confidence and care.

Here are some signs it might be time:

• Missed medications or increasing confusion
• Trouble with personal care or household tasks
• Memory changes or early signs of dementia
• Isolation or disinterest in daily life
• Caregiver stress or exhaustion

Home care is about preserving independence—not taking it away. With the right support, your loved one can thrive safely at home.

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You’re doing your best—but caregiving can become overwhelming, especially when it’s added on top of everything else in your life.

At Home Instead Elk Grove, we’ve delivered over 1.6 million hours of care across Sacramento County to help families like yours feel supported, not stressed.

Home care might be right if:

• You’re balancing caregiving with work, family, or your own health
• You want help with personal care or memory support
• You’re starting to feel burned out
• You want your loved one to stay at home—but not alone

We offer flexible care, so you stay in control—but not on your own.

The best care option depends on your loved one’s needs, and circumstances—but for many older adults in Elk Grove, Rancho Cordova, and surrounding areas, in-home care offers the most personalized, flexible, and comfortable support. In fact, nearly 90% of adults over 65 say they want to age in place, according to a 2024 AARP survey. That means staying in their own home, surrounded by familiar routines and the people and things they love. In-home care makes that possible without the disruption of a move or the safety risks of managing care alone.

Why in-home care?

• One-on-one support in the comfort of home
• Familiar routines, pets, and surroundings stay intact
• No major move or adjustment to a new environment
• Flexible hours that adjust as needs change

Why Home Instead vs. hiring privately?

Hiring a private caregiver may sound simple, but it puts everything on your shoulders:

• Payroll and tax responsibility
• Background checks and scheduling
• Liability and no guaranteed backup

With Home Instead Elk Grove, you get:

• Background-checked, bilingual (English & Spanish) Care Pros
• 24/7 support and supervision from a trusted local team
• Fast starts—often within 48 hours
• No long-term contracts—just care when and how you need it

In-home care gives your loved one the support they need—right where they’re most comfortable. Whether it’s a little help each day or round-the-clock care, we tailor it to your life.

Here’s how we do it at Home Instead Elk Grove:

1. We start with a free consultation. We’ll meet at your home (or virtually) to understand your routines, needs, and care goals.
2. We create a custom care plan. This could include personal care, transportation, light housekeeping, meal prep, dementia support, or hospital-to-home transitions.
3. We match your loved one with a Care Pro. Our bilingual team is trained in chronic conditions, fall prevention, and dementia care—and we choose someone based on compatibility.
4. Care begins—typically within 48 hours. We move quickly and check in often to ensure everything runs smoothly.
5. We stay connected. You’ll have access to our local office for updates, changes, and support—24/7.

At Home Instead, we call our caregivers Care Pros—because they bring professionalism, skill, and compassion to every visit.

Here’s what you can expect from our Elk Grove team:

• Background-checked and professionally trained
• Bilingual Care Pros (English and Spanish)
• Skilled in Alzheimer’s and dementia support, chronic care, and mobility assistance
• Carefully matched to your loved one’s needs and personality
• Supported by a full-time local office team that checks in regularly

Whether they’re helping after a stay at Sacramento Rehab Hospital or providing daily support in Walnut Grove, our Care Pros show up—consistently and compassionately.

Want to meet the people behind our care? Get to know our Sacramento team

With 28 years of experience, a 4.9-star Google rating, and trusted relationships with area providers like Mercy San Juan, The Park at Laguna Springs, and First Call Hospice, Home Instead Elk Grove is one of the region’s most reliable in-home care partners.

Why families choose us:

• Fast, responsive scheduling—often within 48 hours
• Flexible care plans and no long-term contracts
• Personalized matching and bilingual Care Pros
• Trusted by local hospitals, rehab centers, and care managers
• A consistent team who knows your neighborhood and your needs

At Home Instead Elk Grove, we offer hourly, flexible care so you only pay for the support your family truly needs.

Care costs depend on how many hours of care are needed and what services are involved. We’ll help you create a plan that fits your goals and your budget.

Common ways families pay:

• Private pay
• Long-term care insurance
• Veterans benefits (including Aid & Attendance)
• Health savings accounts or family contributions