Personal Care Services at Home in Aurora and Denver
Personal care is hands-on help with bathing, dressing, toileting and moving safely at home. It is for adults who need help with daily activities but not medical care. Families often pay privately, and IHSS, Health First Colorado or long-term care insurance may help for eligible clients.
- RN-supervised care
- Trained in safe transfers
- Care 7 days a week
- CDPHE Licensed #04Z659
- Medicare-Certified
- CHAP Accredited
- In-network: BCBS & Cigna
- Health First Colorado & IHSS
- Open 7 days, 8 AM–7 PM
- English · Русский · Español
Personal care is hands-on help with daily tasks: bathing, dressing, toileting and moving safely around the home. A trained caregiver or CNA comes to you.
This kind of help lowers the risk of falls and keeps hygiene, comfort and dignity in place. It is often what allows someone to stay at home instead of moving to a facility.
EliteCare Colorado is a licensed Class A and Class B agency (License #04Z659). Every personal care plan starts with a free in-home assessment by a registered nurse.
Is personal care right for your family?
The shower or tub no longer feels safe.
Buttons, zippers and socks have become a struggle.
Standing up or walking takes real effort.
Incontinence makes staying clean and dry hard.
There's a risk of falling when moving around.
Family can't safely lift or move their loved one.
Not sure? Call us — a nurse will help you choose the right level of care.
What's included in our personal care services
Your caregiver follows the care plan written by our registered nurse.
Bathing & grooming
Shower, sponge bath, hair care and shaving.
Dressing
Help choosing clothes and getting dressed.
Toileting & incontinence care
Respectful, discreet help that keeps skin healthy.
Safe transfers
Gait belt and Hoyer lift when trained.
Walking assistance
Steady support around the home.
Positioning
Regular repositioning in bed or a chair.
Meals & hydration
Preparing simple meals and offering drinks.
Medication reminders
Reminders at the times in the care plan.
Catheter & ostomy bag emptying
Done per the care plan written by the RN.
Need something else?
- If you need wound care, injections or inserting catheters → Home Health Care
- If you need company and help around the house, without hands-on care → Companion Care
What a visit looks like
- 1
Arrive and check in
The caregiver arrives on time and hears any updates from you or your family.
- 2
Personal care
Bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting as written in the care plan.
- 3
Safe movement
Transfers, walking and positioning with the right equipment.
- 4
Meals and reminders
A meal, drinks and medication reminders at the planned times.
- 5
Notes for the family
A short summary of the visit so nothing is missed.
Who provides personal care
Caregiver / home health aide
Helps with daily tasks, meals, reminders and safe movement.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Provides hands-on personal care like bathing, toileting and transfers.
Registered Nurse
Does the free assessment, writes the care plan and supervises the care team.
Every care plan is created and supervised by a registered nurse.
Why families choose EliteCare for personal care
RN oversight at every level
Your nurse reviews bathing, toileting and transfer needs before writing the plan.
One agency for every level of care
The same agency can coordinate personal care and ordered nursing if medical needs arise.
Care can begin within 48 hours of receiving the referral and physician orders
For a referral that includes ordered services, we review the paperwork needed to begin care.
English, Russian and Spanish
Tell us the language your loved one prefers during hands-on daily care.
Open 7 days a week, 8 AM–7 PM
Discuss personal care needs with our office any day during these hours.
How to start personal care in Aurora and Denver
Step 1
Call or request an assessment
Describe the daily tasks your loved one can no longer manage alone.
Step 2
Free in-home RN assessment
The nurse reviews hygiene needs, mobility and the help available at home.
Step 3
Your written care plan
The plan records hands-on tasks, transfer needs and personal preferences.
Step 4
Care begins with regular RN check-ins
Caregivers follow the plan while the RN supervises personal care.
How personal care is paid for
Private pay & long-term care insurance
AvailablePrivate pay is available. Some long-term care policies may help.
Coverage depends on eligibility and your plan. We'll help you check your benefits.
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| Feature | Personal Care | Companion Care | Home Health Care |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who provides | Caregiver or CNA | Caregiver | RNs, LPNs and therapists |
| Typical tasks | Bathing, dressing, toileting, safe transfers | Company, meals, light housekeeping, errands | Wound care, injections, medications, therapy |
| Physician order needed? | No (needed for insurance coverage) | No | Yes |
| Usually paid by | IHSS for eligible members; private pay | Private pay; sometimes Health First Colorado or IHSS | Medicare, Health First Colorado, BCBS & Cigna |
Help with bathing and hygiene, safely
Bathing can become difficult when someone is weak, unsteady or unable to reach comfortably. A caregiver helps with a shower, sponge bath, grooming and dressing according to the RN’s plan.
Explain which parts of washing your loved one can still manage and where help is needed. Their preferences about privacy, clothing and routine belong in the assessment. Care supports what they can do while helping with tasks they cannot manage alone.
Incontinence care with dignity
Toileting and incontinence support is private, hands-on care. A caregiver or CNA assists with toileting, changing clothing and staying clean and dry as written in the care plan.
Tell the nurse about help needed, skin concerns or health changes. Visits respect privacy. Personal care does not replace medical evaluation or ordered nursing treatment.
Safe transfers and fall prevention at home
Getting from a bed to a chair or standing up from the toilet may require more help than a family member can safely provide. The RN assessment reviews movement needs and the equipment involved. Caregivers assist with transfers, walking and positioning according to the written plan and their training.
Gait belts and Hoyer lifts may be used when the caregiver is trained and the care plan calls for them. Explain where movement is hardest, including the bathroom or the path to a favorite chair. Personal care supports daily movement; therapy addresses strength, balance and equipment training when ordered by a physician.
Personal care vs. a home health aide
Personal care describes help with daily tasks, while home health aide describes a care role. A caregiver or CNA may provide personal care as ongoing non-medical support. An aide may also help with bathing and other daily tasks within a skilled home health plan, depending on eligibility and the ordered services.
This difference matters for payment. Medicare does not cover stand-alone personal care simply because someone needs bathing or dressing help. Aide services may be covered alongside qualifying skilled home health services. IHSS, other eligible coverage or private pay may be options for ongoing help; we can review the situation with you.
Talk to a nurse about personal care
Personal care across the Denver metro
We provide hands-on personal care in Aurora and surrounding Denver metro communities.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a CNA and an aide?
A CNA has specific medical training and certification, while an aide focuses on daily tasks. Both provide high-quality personal care.
Can you help with a Hoyer lift?
Yes, our staff is trained in the safe use of Hoyer lifts and other transfer devices.
Do I need a doctor's order?
For Medicaid or insurance, an order is usually required. An RN assessment is always required for all clients.
Is care available on holidays?
We provide care 7 days a week, including holidays, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
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Last updated: October 2026