Home Care Powered By AUAF
Welcome to the Home Care Powered By AUAF podcast — your go-to resource for expert insights and practical guidance on senior care and in-home support services across Illinois. Whether you're caring for a loved one or exploring care options for yourself, this podcast is here to inform, inspire, and support you every step of the way.
Each episode covers essential topics like how to become a paid family caregiver, understanding Medicaid-based home care, tips for seniors aging at home, caregiver wellness, and more. Hosted by our compassionate care experts, we bring real conversations and trusted advice to help families make confident care decisions.
This podcast is presented by Home Care Powered By AUAF — a licensed Illinois home care agency with over 30 years of service. Learn more about our programs and services by visiting www.homecare-aid.com.
Because when it comes to caring for your loved ones, we’re with you every step of the way.
Home Care Powered By AUAF
Latest Episodes
Paid Caregiver in Illinois: Who Qualifies Beyond Family
Elena and Brooks explain who can be a paid caregiver in Illinois, from spouses and adult children to friends and neighbors, and how the Community Care Program and the Home Services Program differ. Community Care Program providers m...
Can Medicare Pay a Family Member to Be a Caregiver in Illinois?
Elena and Brooks explain whether Medicare can pay a family member to be a caregiver in Illinois, what Medicare home health actually covers, and where Illinois families can find paid in-home help instead. Medicare does not pay relat...
Dementia Care at Home in Schaumburg, IL: Helping Seniors Age in Familiar Surroundings
Dementia care at home can help Schaumburg seniors remain in familiar surroundings while receiving support with everyday activities. This episode explains what scheduled home care can provide, how different care options compare, and what familie...
Is Family Caregiver Pay Taxable in Illinois?
Is family caregiver pay taxable in Illinois? Elena and Brooks explain when Medicaid waiver pay can be left out of federal income tax, which taxes may still apply, and how families report it.Why caregiver pay is usually taxable incom...
Home Care Support for Seniors Living With COPD: Help With Daily Activities at Home
COPD can make everyday activities more tiring and challenging for some older adults. This episode explains how non-medical home care can support seniors living with COPD while respiratory treatment, oxygen therapy, and medical decisions remain ...