“I know I am very particular but couldn’t be happier!”
-Client
“Very thankful to the aides. Aides are well prepared and do their job with grace.”
-Family Member of Client
“Have had Agapé for 2 years and am very satisfied.”-Client
“I needed some help & through my search my neighbor suggested Agapé Home Care. One of their aides had lovingly cared for her husband until his death. I called & the administrator came to my home and explained services they could provide now and in the future. I knew this was the agency for me. The adminsitrator cared for my husband, not just as another patient, but as a person. They have never let me down in 3 years. I have had the good fortune to have the same aide for almost 3 years. She is neat & very professional.”
-Wife of Client
“I love working for Agapé! I feel truly blessed for finding this agency. The employees are like a second family. I love going to work every day. I love what I do!”
-Employee, DM
During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the health and safety of our employees and clients is our top priority. As always we are caring for our existing clients and accepting new referrals.
We provide the highest standards of infection prevention practices using The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. We are following CDC recommendations and the latest travel guidelines to ensure the continued care of our clients.
We currently serve the following areas in Virginia: Williamsburg, Norge, Toano, Lanexa, Jamestown, Yorktown, Poquoson, Newport News, and Hampton.
We offer “companion care” including light housekeeping and meal preparation, “personal care” services like bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting assistance, and certain types of private duty skilled care. If you’re not sure what services your loved one needs, don’t worry. A Registered Nurse will complete an initial assessment and create a Plan of Care especially for your loved one.
The screening process includes a criminal background check from the VA State Police, a background check through OIG for those with a certificate or license filed with the state department of health professionals, driving records from the DMV when applicable, as well as employment history, interviews, and competency tests.
Our Personal Care Aides (PCAs) undergo at least 40 hours of classroom training, typically with some type of hands-on training as well. PCAs are trained in hygiene and sanitation, the proper way to assist someone transfer (like moving from a sitting to standing position) safely, and more.
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) have taken a 125 hour training program which is a mix of written and clinical instruction. It covers the basics that are included in the PCA program, as well as nursing theories and a more extensive exam at the conclusion of the program. Those that pass the exam are “certified”, and that certificate is filed with the state department of healthcare professionals.
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) typically have at least one year of nursing-specific courses and pass an exam upon completion of the program. LPNs can provide certain types of skilled care services.
Registered Nurses (RNs) are required to complete at least 2 years of school or more, and pass the nursing exam upon completion of the program. An RN will be responsible for conducting the initial assessment for any new client, as well as each supervisory visit at regular intervals (typically either 60 or 90 day intervals).
There are a number of options for paying for home care for yourself or your loved one. Agapé Home Care accepts Long Term Care insurances, as well as personal checks and cash for those paying out of pocket (also known as private pay).
If for any reason you are not satisfied with your caregiver, simply contact us about the issue and we’ll discuss finding a new caregiver for you.
No. Our belief is that independence is being in control of your decisions. Having in home care services means being in control of your activities and retaining as much independence as each situation allows. Many of our clients just need a little help to continue living a safe and productive life while some might be recovering from a fall or surgery, or other condition. Regardless of your situation, our goal is to enable you the best possible outcome while being in control of your care and daily decisions.
Try searching online for your local “Agency on Aging” or community “Senior Center”. A simple Google search with these keywords and the city and state in which you need a provider will usually work. We also recommend talking to your doctor to find out if they recommend a certain agency, as well as any friends or neighbors who have experience with a local agency.
