Group-Home Care

Group-Home Care

Care given to a group of people with similar disabilities within a residence. Those in a group home receive both custodial care and care that is provided by skilled and medically trained professionals. A common disability of people in group homes is Alzheimer's disease.

Notes:

Caring for a family member with a disability can be a very stressful and overwhelming at times. A group home can be a viable option for those who are prevented from performing activities of daily living and whose family members may not be able to provide daily care. However, group-home facilities can be very expensive unless supplemented by long-term care insurance or public health program such as Medicare.

See also: Activities of Daily Living - ADL, Custodial Care, Home Modification, Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, Respite Care