In-Home Personal Care in Metro Detroit

As we age, the everyday tasks we once did without a thought, bathing, dressing, getting around safely, can become harder and even risky. Great Lakes Care Services provides compassionate, hands-on personal care across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties, helping your loved one stay clean, comfortable, and confident in their own home.

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Help With Dignity, Delivered at Home

For many seniors, the hardest part of needing personal care is not the help itself. It is the loss of privacy and independence that can come with it. We understand that. Our caregivers are trained to provide hands-on assistance in a way that protects your loved one’s dignity at every step, never rushed, never dismissive, always respectful. Whether your loved one needs a little support to stay safe in the bathroom or full assistance with daily activities, we build a personal care plan around what they actually need, and around how they want to be treated.

Who Benefits From Personal Care?

Struggling to bathe, dress, or groom safely on their own

At risk of falling, especially in the bathroom or while moving around

Recovering from surgery, illness, or a hospital stay

Living with limited mobility or a condition that affects strength and balance

In the early or middle stages of dementia and needing daily hands-on support

Wanting to stay at home but needing help to do so safely

What's Included

What In-Home Personal Care Includes

How it Works

Getting Started With 24/7 Care

Step 1: Call for a Free Consultation

Tell us what your loved one is struggling with. We will answer your questions and explain your options, with no pressure.

Step 2: Free In-Home Assessment

We meet with your loved one to understand their needs, routines, and preferences, then build a personal care plan with clear, written pricing.

Step 3: Care Begins

We match your loved one with the right caregiver and begin care, often within 24 to 72 hours. Your care coordinator stays involved with ongoing supervision and regular check-ins.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between personal care and companion care?

Personal care involves hands-on physical assistance with tasks like bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility. Companion care is non-hands-on support such as conversation, meal preparation, errands, and light housekeeping. Many families combine the two in a single care plan.

Is personal care the same as medical or nursing care?

No. Personal care is non-medical. Our caregivers assist with daily physical tasks but do not provide clinical or nursing services. If your loved one needs skilled medical care, we can help coordinate with the appropriate providers.

Will my loved one have the same caregiver each time?

We work hard to provide consistency, matching your loved one with a regular caregiver they know and trust. If that caregiver is ever unavailable, we arrange backup coverage so care continues without interruption.

How do you handle bathing for someone who resists it?

Resistance to bathing is common, especially with dementia or a fear of falling. Our caregivers are trained to approach it patiently, build trust, and use techniques that make bathing feel safe and comfortable rather than stressful.

Can we start with just a few hours a week?

Yes. Many families begin with a few hours of help with bathing or dressing and adjust over time as needs change. Care plans are flexible.

How quickly can personal care start?

Often within 24 to 72 hours of your first call. For urgent situations, contact us and we will move as quickly as safely possible.

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Comfort, Safety, and Dignity at Home

Your loved one deserves to feel cared for and respected in their daily life. With compassionate personal care at home, they can stay safe, clean, and confident in the place they know best. Call Great Lakes Care Services today for a free consultation. No pressure, no obligation.