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Home care resources for families, professionals and caregivers.

Whether you’re exploring in-home care for the first time, looking for a trusted referral partner, or building a career in caregiving, you’ll find clear, practical home care resources here. PrimeCare serves Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, San Francisco and Santa Clara counties.

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For families

Choosing care and understanding costs

For professionals

Referral partners

For caregivers

Training and careers

FAQs

Quick answers before you call

Practical guides

Written for Bay Area families

Referral partners

Fiduciaries, attorneys, care managers

Caregiver careers

Registered Home Care Aides

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Practical home care resources on senior care, caregiving, and aging at home. Swipe or use the arrows to browse.

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For families

Home care resources for choosing the right care.

Starting the conversation about home care can feel overwhelming. These guides cover what to expect, what it costs, and when it’s time.

How to start the care conversation

Tips for talking with an aging parent about accepting help at home without it feeling like a loss of independence.

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Understanding the cost of in-home care

What drives pricing, what’s typically included, and questions to ask any agency before you sign.

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Choosing the right level of care

From a few hours of companionship to round-the-clock support: a simple way to match care to needs.

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Signs it’s time for help

Changes in mobility, medication management, or household upkeep that suggest it’s time to bring in support.

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Looking for a specific type of care?

For professionals

A referral partner your clients can rely on.

We work alongside fiduciaries, elder law attorneys, geriatric care managers, discharge planners, and social workers across the Bay Area.

Fiduciaries and conservators

Detailed care documentation and consistent, itemized invoicing that supports your reporting obligations.

Elder law attorneys

Reliable in-home support that helps clients age in place in line with long-term care and estate planning goals.

Geriatric care managers

A responsive point of contact and caregivers who follow your care plan, with updates when needs change.

Social workers and discharge planners

Fast turnaround on post-hospital referrals, with caregivers who can start quickly for a safe transition home.

How a referral works

1

Send the referral

Use the form or call us with your client’s situation.

2

We follow up in one business day

A care coordinator schedules a free in-home assessment.

3

Care starts, you stay informed

A matched Registered Home Care Aide begins, and we update you as needs change.

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For caregivers

Home care resources for our caregiving team.

Already part of PrimeCare or considering a career in caregiving? Start here.

Becoming a Registered HCA

What it takes to become a Registered Home Care Aide in California, and how PrimeCare supports you.

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Scheduling and pay

How shifts are assigned, what to expect from your first placement, and who to ask about scheduling.

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Open caregiving positions

We’re always looking for compassionate, dependable caregivers across the Bay Area.

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California requires caregivers to be listed on the Home Care Aide Registry maintained by the state.

Common questions

Home care resources: answers before you call.

How quickly can care start after a referral?

Timing depends on caregiver availability and the schedule needed. After a referral, a care coordinator follows up within one business day to schedule a free in-home assessment, and many clients begin care within a few days. We prioritize urgent post-hospital referrals.

What areas do you serve?

We serve Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, San Francisco, and Santa Clara counties. See the full list of cities we cover.

How are caregivers screened and trained?

Every caregiver is a Registered Home Care Aide, fingerprinted and background checked before being matched with a client, with ongoing training after placement.

Where can I learn what in-home care costs?

Our guide to understanding the cost of home care explains what drives pricing and what to ask any agency. PrimeCare offers flexible scheduling with a 4-hour minimum shift, and a free consultation will give you a personalized quote.

How do I become a PrimeCare caregiver?

Caregivers in California must be listed on the state Home Care Aide Registry. Read our guide to becoming a Registered Home Care Aide, then see current openings on our careers page.

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Have questions? Let’s talk.

Reach out for a free, no-obligation conversation about care options, referrals, or joining our caregiving team.

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