Business Details
18 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for In-Home Senior Care Solutions
Independence Home Health Care was founded on the principle that every senior deserves to age at home with dignity and safety. With over thirty years of combined experience in caregiving, our team of nurses, certified nurse assistants, and home health aides provides personalized in-home care tailored to each client's unique needs. We prioritize family communication through daily tablet updates and video chats, ensuring loved ones stay connected regardless of distance. Our caregivers are trained to address physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges while fostering independence.We serve Northern Michigan and Northern Florida, offering services ranging from transitional care to end-of-life support. Our mission extends beyond care deliverywe aim to alleviate caregiver stress and provide families with peace of mind. By treating each client as if they were our own family, we bridge the gap between personal capability and professional support.
Services
Companion Care
Transitional Care
Respite Care
End of Life Care
Dementia Care
Medication Reminders
Mobility Assistance
Meal Preparation
Transportation Services
Housekeeping
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have 30+ years of experience providing in-home care services in Michigan & Florida
- Our caregivers are trained to address physical, cognitive, and emotional needs
- We use tablet technology for daily family communication and updates
- We serve Northern Michigan and Northern Florida with local care teams
- Our mission focuses on treating each client as if they were our own family
Services
Companion Care
Our Companion Care Services address emotional and social needs through walks, outings, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and home-cooked meals. Caregivers provide companionship while maintaining household routines, reducing isolation for seniors living at home. This service benefits families by ensuring their loved ones receive both practical assistance and meaningful social interaction.
Transitional Care
Transitional Care assists seniors recovering from surgery or mobility challenges with medication management, transportation to appointments, and personal care. Our caregivers help prevent hospital readmissions by providing structured support during critical recovery periods. This service enables seniors to maintain independence while safely navigating post-operative or post-injury recovery phases.
Respite Care
Respite Care offers temporary relief for family caregivers through short-term assistance with daily activities, medical reminders, and supervision. Services range from a few days to several months, allowing caregivers to manage personal obligations while maintaining their loved one's care standards. This service helps prevent caregiver burnout and maintains consistent care quality.
Dementia Care
Specialized dementia care services include 24/7 supervision, medication management, and structured daily routines to reduce anxiety for individuals with memory loss. Caregivers use compassionate techniques to maintain dignity while providing safety monitoring. This service supports families by managing complex care needs associated with Alzheimer's and other dementias.
End of Life Care
End-of-life care services coordinate with medical teams to provide comfort-focused care, including pain management, personal care, and emotional support. Our caregivers work with hospice providers to maintain dignity during life's final transition. This service offers families compassionate support while ensuring their loved one's comfort and quality of life.
People
Brenda Kabbes
Co-Founder
With over 30 years in elder care, Brenda co-founded Independence Home Health Care to help families provide dignified home care. Her personal experience caring for aging parents inspired our family-centered approach.
Doug Kabbes
Co-Founder
Doug brings decades of caregiving experience to our organization. He co-founded the company after recognizing the growing need for professional home care services that maintain seniors' independence and family connections.
Questions
What in-home care services do you offer?
We provide companion care, transitional care, respite care, end-of-life care, dementia support, medication reminders, mobility assistance, meal preparation, transportation, and light housekeeping.
How do you ensure family communication?
Our caregivers use tablets for daily status updates and video chats, keeping families connected with their loved ones regardless of distance.
Do you serve areas outside major cities?
Yes, we serve Northern Michigan including Traverse City, Kingsley, and Interlochen, as well as Northern Florida locations like Ormond Beach, Palm Coast, and Daytona Beach.
What qualifications do your caregivers have?
Our team includes nurses, certified nurse assistants, home health aides, and trained companions who share our commitment to compassionate elder care.
Can you provide emergency care services?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency care services to address urgent needs and ensure client safety at all times.
How do you handle changing care needs?
We adapt care plans as needs evolve, using regular assessments and family input to maintain quality of life and independence.
