Transitioning back home after a hospital stay can be overwhelming. We provide non-medical, practical in-home assistance to organize the environment so your loved ones can safely focus on their recovery, while also helping make sense of confusing medical bills and EOB paperwork.
When an older adult returns home from a hospital or rehab facility, their living space often feels suddenly unmanageable. Mail has piled up, tripping hazards are everywhere, and essential items like phone chargers and remotes are out of reach.
For out-of-town families, managing this transition from afar is incredibly stressful. AgeHelper acts as your local Austin concierge to handle the practical, non-medical details of settling back in.
We handle the everyday logistics so medical professionals and family caregivers can focus on health.
We ensure that essential items are easily accessible without straining. This includes setting up long charging cables for phones and tablets, simplifying TV remotes, and integrating smart voice assistant setup for hands-free control.
We do a walkthrough of the primary recovery areas to temporarily roll up decorative rugs, rearrange minor furniture for walker/wheelchair clearance, and secure loose cords out of pathways.
A hospital stay often results in a mountain of mixed paperwork, bills, and junk mail. We sit down to help sort the pile, and provide comprehensive mail and paperwork organization to keep everything clear.
While we do not provide meal prep, we assist in organizing the fridge and pantry—moving heavy or frequently used items to waist-level shelves to prevent dangerous bending or reaching.
We can help set up an Amazon Echo or Google Home for hands-free calling, or configure FaceTime and Zoom video calling, allowing seniors to easily connect with family members.
We assist in receiving necessary deliveries (like specialized pillows or mobility aids) and help coordinate schedules with other non-medical home service providers.
Make the transition back to their Austin home smooth and stress-free.