Understanding Your Calgary Home Care Costs
Factors Affecting Your Calgary Home Care Costs
When using our Calgary home care cost calculator, consider these key factors
- Daily Care Hours: The number of hours of care needed each day significantly impacts the overall cost. Our calculator allows you to adjust this based on your specific needs.
- Days Per Week: Frequency of care is another crucial factor. Whether you need care every day or just a few days a week, our calculator helps you estimate the cost accurately.
- Calgary Area: Your location within Calgary may affect the cost slightly due to travel considerations. Select your area to get the most precise estimate.
- Type of Care: If you require specialized care, the hourly rate will be higher to account for the additional expertise and resources needed.
Our Calgary home care cost calculator takes into account various factors that influence the overall cost of care. By providing accurate estimates, we help you plan your home care budget effectively.
Let’s break down the key components that affect your home care costs in Calgary.
Calgary Home Care Cost Calculator
Calgary Care Cost Information
- Standard Care Rate: $28/hour – Covers general home care services including personal care assistance, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and companionship.
- Specialized Care Rate: $38/hour – Applies to complex care needs such as dementia care, post-surgery recovery, or advanced medical monitoring.
- Location Adjustment: $0-$3/hour based on the area within Calgary
- All rates include travel within Calgary city limits
Client Directed Home Care (CDHCI) Program
Pinnacle Age Well proudly participates in the Client Directed Home Care (CDHCI) program, an innovative approach to home care in Alberta.
What is CDHCI? The Client Directed Home Care program empowers clients to have more control over their care. It allows you to choose your care provider and manage your care budget, ensuring you receive personalized services that best meet your needs.
Key benefits of the CDHCI program include:
- Greater flexibility in scheduling care
- Choice of care provider
- Control over your care budget
- Ability to customize services to your specific needs
- Potential for more hours of care within the same budget
For more information on the CDHCI program and continuing care in Alberta, please visit the official Alberta Health Services website: Alberta Health Services – Continuing Care