Business Details
30 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Home Care Services in San Francisco
Since 1996, Irish Help At Home has provided high-quality, compassionate in-home care services to residents of San Francisco and San Mateo counties. Our mission centers on enabling clients to maintain independence in their own homes while receiving personalized support tailored to their unique needs. With official licensing from the California Home Care Services Bureau, we combine decades of hands-on experience with rigorous caregiver training to deliver reliable assistance across activities of daily living, medication management, and specialized care for conditions like dementia and mobility challenges.Our team works closely with long-term insurance providers and maintains strict compliance with regulatory standards to ensure both client safety and satisfaction. Through consistent caregiver assignments and a focus on dignity-driven care, we have built a reputation for excellence that reflects our founders' original vision of creating a service that enhances lives without compromising autonomy.
Services
Bathing Assistance
Dressing Support
Medication Reminders
Meal Preparation
Errands & Shopping
Light Housekeeping
Laundry Services
Patient Transferring
Hospice Care
Dementia Support
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We are compassionate and highly skilled caregivers with 28 years of local experience
- We maintain strict compliance with California Home Care Services Bureau regulations
- We provide 24-hour care with minimum 4-hour shifts and 12-hour weekly commitments
- We accept Visa and MasterCard payments for client convenience
- We guarantee consistent caregiver assignments except during emergencies
Associations and certifications
- California Home Care Services Bureau License #384700001
What people say
Fantastic, efficient and kind
Great work during difficult time
Dependable and extremely helpful
Compassionate and caring
Excellent help and support
Services
Bathing and Grooming Assistance
Our caregivers provide comprehensive bathing and grooming support while maintaining client dignity and safety. We implement personalized routines using appropriate safety equipment and temperature controls. Services include shower assistance, skin care, and electric shaving while respecting individual preferences and privacy needs.
Assistance with Dressing
We help clients maintain independence in dressing while ensuring safety and comfort. Our caregivers organize wardrobes, assist with fastening mechanisms, and implement adaptive techniques for clients with mobility challenges. We respect personal preferences while prioritizing practical clothing solutions.
Medication Reminder
Our non-administered medication management system includes timed reminders, pill organization, and detailed documentation. Caregivers maintain medication logs for physician review while observing potential side effects. We work within legal guidelines to ensure safe medication adherence.
Meal Preparation
We provide complete meal management from grocery shopping to preparation and cleanup. Our services accommodate special dietary needs through customized meal plans and food preparation techniques. Caregivers ensure proper nutrition while maintaining kitchen safety and hygiene standards.
24-Hour In Home Care
We offer continuous care services with flexible scheduling options. Our caregivers provide overnight support, post-hospitalization monitoring, and end-of-life care while maintaining consistent staffing except during emergencies. Services include mobility assistance and safety supervision.
People
Una Werner
Owner
Una Werner, a Dublin native with 30 years in the US, co-founded Irish Help At Home to combine quality care with caregiver satisfaction. With extensive hands-on experience in home care, she developed the agency's client-centered approach and training standards.
Sash Nagle
Owner
Sash Nagle, originally from Kerry, Ireland, brings 26 years of US home care experience to Irish Help At Home. As co-owner, he focuses on operational excellence and caregiver development while maintaining the agency's founding commitment to personalized service.
Pauline Carey
Case Manager/Supervisor
Pauline Carey, a Dublin native, serves as Case Manager and Supervisor at Irish Help At Home. She conducts quality control visits, client assessments, and caregiver supervision while developing customized care plans that meet both client needs and regulatory standards.
Questions
What services qualify as basic activities of daily living?
Basic ADLs include bathing, grooming, dressing assistance, medication reminders, and incontinence care.
How do you handle caregiver scheduling conflicts?
We maintain consistent caregivers but provide replacements with advance notice during emergencies.
Can caregivers assist with transportation?
Yes, caregivers can drive clients' vehicles or provide transportation at $3/hour extra with prior arrangements.
What payment options are available?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and checks with two-week advance payment required for initial service.
Are services available outside regular business hours?
Emergency services are available 24/7 through our answering service for urgent care needs.
How are caregivers trained for specialized care?
Caregivers receive specialized training in dementia care, mobility assistance, and end-of-life support through our certification program.
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