{"id":1383,"date":"2026-10-19T14:23:12","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T14:23:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/homemaker\/"},"modified":"2026-10-24T12:35:28","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T12:35:28","slug":"homemaker","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/homemaker\/","title":{"rendered":"Homemaker"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div id='lfc-lead'  class='avia-section hmklfclead-6a9186e62e5f6bd31f88022524f3a1d6 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first  lfc-lead avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lfchomeh-ebf23fbb55bdbaee916d7d4ab372f739\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-lfchomeh-ebf23fbb55bdbaee916d7d4ab372f739{\npadding-bottom:5px;\nfont-size:34px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-lfchomeh-ebf23fbb55bdbaee916d7d4ab372f739 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lfchomeh-ebf23fbb55bdbaee916d7d4ab372f739 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:34px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lfchomeh-ebf23fbb55bdbaee916d7d4ab372f739 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lfchomeh-ebf23fbb55bdbaee916d7d4ab372f739 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lfchomeh-ebf23fbb55bdbaee916d7d4ab372f739 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-lfchomeh-ebf23fbb55bdbaee916d7d4ab372f739 av-special-heading-h1 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-inherit-size'><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Homemaker services in Gilbert<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section hmki-7824d88465fb2e767ba43c2c07629962 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>At LFC, our highly trained employees are here to help members care for their homes, taking on the everyday household tasks so every member can feel comfortable, safe, and truly at home.<\/p>\n<p>We take that responsibility to heart \u2014 our employees are held to the highest standards, and our supervisors check in regularly, listening closely to feedback so we know our care is truly making a difference. Guided by the plan set by each member&#8217;s ISP team, our staff bring warmth and dedication to every visit, working to make sure members and their representatives feel genuinely well cared for.<\/p>\n<p>Our housekeeping services include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dusting and cleaning floors, bathrooms, ovens, refrigerators, and windows (as needed for a safe, sanitary home)<\/li>\n<li>Cleaning the kitchen and washing dishes<\/li>\n<li>Routine care and cleaning of household appliances<\/li>\n<li>Changing linens and making the bed<\/li>\n<li>Washing, drying, and folding the member&#8217;s laundry (with ironing when needed)<\/li>\n<li>Shopping for and storing household supplies and medicines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><!-- close content main element --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-1'  class='avia-section hmklfcband1-93456437a8ae882c6856cfa3c9845bce main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section hmkb1-b0478f2e6211c1f971c323e7a89f159a '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Homemaker<\/h2>\n<p>Homemaker services (sometimes abbreviated HSK) provide support with a variety of housekeeping tasks, allowing a DDD member to have their home kept in a clean and healthy condition. A homemaker provider helps with the kinds of routine household work that keep a home functioning, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>General cleaning<\/strong> and tidying<\/li>\n<li><strong>Laundry<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meal preparation<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Shopping for essentials<\/strong> like food and household supplies<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other housekeeping tasks<\/strong> that maintain a safe, sanitary living environment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p>The purpose is simple but important: a clean, healthy home supports a healthy person.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-2'  class='avia-section hmklfcband2-22fe02d4cb2d09dd3e4717782b8ef1e6 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section hmkb2-c713fb8b20a7c320e5465d0f0bbabb1b '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>How homemaker differs from attendant care<\/h2>\n<p>These two services sound similar and sometimes overlap, but they focus on different things:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/04\/what-is-attendant-care-ddd-arizona\/\">Attendant Care<\/a><\/strong> centers on the <em>person<\/em> \u2014 helping with bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting, and other personal-care needs (and it can include some light housekeeping to keep the home safe).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Homemaker services<\/strong> center on the <em>home<\/em> \u2014 the housekeeping tasks that keep the living environment clean and healthy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>An important nuance: homemaker services generally cover tasks the DDD member would normally do themselves but can&#8217;t because of their disability \u2014 not the household chores of everyone else living in the home. Your Support Coordinator can help clarify how this applies to your family&#8217;s situation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-3'  class='avia-section hmklfcband3-e8aa321c6b25531731fd42cda7df4a7f main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section hmkb3-886c800a61d2d36e29b66356ade046c2 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Who it is for<\/h2>\n<p>Homemaker services are available to individuals enrolled with DDD and approved for funding through the <strong>Arizona Long Term Care System, ALTCS<\/strong>. As with other services, the need is identified through an assessment your Support Coordinator conducts, and the service is authorized in your <strong>Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>New to DDD? Begin with our guides on <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/03\/how-to-apply-for-ddd-arizona\/\">applying for DDD<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/04\/what-is-altcs-ddd-arizona\/\">understanding ALTCS<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-4'  class='avia-section hmklfcband4-eb164063d332b6d918058767f57af497 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-9  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section hmkb4-1a1fd73a9eac9285d9d7591d21a58bd7 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>How hours are set<\/h2>\n<p>Like other DDD services, the amount of homemaker support you receive is based on assessed need and set through your planning process. Your Support Coordinator uses an assessment to determine appropriate hours, which are then documented in your service plan and reviewed over time. If your circumstances change, the authorization can be revisited.<\/p>\n<p>For more on how hours are assessed across services, see <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/07\/how-many-hours-of-care-ddd\/\">How Many Hours of Care Can You Get Through DDD?<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-5'  class='avia-section hmklfcband5-2effa93700f11a2bb07db8eb337ce414 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-11  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section hmkb5-0cab9215b31da3bb5709329f78b3c6c1 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Questions families ask<\/h2>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s the difference between homemaker and attendant care?<\/strong> Homemaker focuses on housekeeping tasks that keep the home clean and healthy. Attendant Care focuses on the person&#8217;s daily personal-care needs. Some families receive both.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Does homemaker service cover cleaning up after the whole family?<\/strong> Generally, homemaker services cover the household tasks the DDD member would normally handle but can&#8217;t due to their disability \u2014 not the chores of other household members. Your Support Coordinator can explain the specifics.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can a family member provide homemaker services?<\/strong> In many cases, families can choose a trusted provider through an agency. Ask your Support Coordinator and provider agency about the options and requirements.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How do I add homemaker services to my plan?<\/strong> Talk with your Support Coordinator about the need. They&#8217;ll complete an assessment and, if appropriate, authorize the service in your Person-Centered Service Plan.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Need a hand keeping the home healthy and safe?<\/strong> We provide reliable homemaker services to Arizona DDD families, helping your loved one live comfortably at home. <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/contact-us\/\">Contact us<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n<p><em>This article is for general information and isn&#8217;t legal or medical advice. Program rules change; confirm current details with your DDD Support Coordinator or at des.az.gov.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-6'  class='avia-section hmklfcband6-e2e99d347f3a00b2d1462693032afe45 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-13  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section hmkb6-0a6e374426446fea5ff61a94a43e8d64 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>The longer guide<\/h2>\n<p>The full article is <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/04\/homemaker-services-ddd-arizona\/\">Homemaker Services Through DDD: What&#8217;s Covered and Who Qualifies<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-7'  class='avia-section hmklfcband7-61dc53d133cd9ddcf7d2b4d0a5201626 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-15  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section hmkb7-9457c57a405cfe327132b05e78a07f6c '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Other services<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/attendant-care\/\">Attendant care<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/habilitation\/\">Habilitation<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/respite-care\/\">Respite<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/group-homes\/\">Group homes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>This page is for general information and isn&#8217;t legal, medical, or financial advice. DDD program rules can change; confirm current details with your DDD Support Coordinator or at <a href=\"http:\/\/des.az.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">des.az.gov<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-contact'  class='avia-section hmklfccontact-953b43b846e32311e4cd49a35cc38000 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-17  el_after_av_section  avia-builder-el-last  lfc-contact avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section hmkc-e31f0d6192f8c8c44dc36653fcd07f86 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Call (480) 899-0334, or use the <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/contact-us\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='after_section_9'  class='main_color av_default_container_wrap container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1383'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1383","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1383","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1383"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1383\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1525,"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1383\/revisions\/1525"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1383"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}