Benefits · Home Care
How to apply for Adult Services In-Home Help (Homemaker, Companion & Chore Services)
Local Departments of Social Services (oversight: DARS Adult Services)
Who it's for
Local Departments of Social Services offer homemaker, companion, and chore services that help adults stay in their own homes — light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, laundry, transportation, and help with daily activities. Services target adults who need home-based help to avoid moving into a facility. Spots can be limited by funding, and some localities apply income-based fees. Apply through the local Department of Social Services.
Home-based services depend on need, local funding, and any locality fee scale — slots can be limited — so this shows as a may-qualify result. The local Department of Social Services decides.
What you'll need
- Adult Services application (from the local DSS)
- A description of the help needed
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
Renewals
annual
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.