In-Home Support That Feels Like Family

Aging at home should feel safe, supported, and comfortable – no matter your health challenges – so you or a loved one can thrive with in-home care in the San Francisco Bay Area throughout every stage of life. Institute on Aging’s IOA at Home is here to make that possible.

 

We provide compassionate, professional in-home caregivers trained to support older adults and adults with dementia. Whether your loved one needs help a few hours a week or 24/7 support, we deliver care that promotes independence, dignity, and peace of mind.

What Makes IOA at Home Different?

Exceptional People, Exceptional Care

We know many families come to us after feeling let down by rushed, impersonal care. At Institute on Aging (IOA), we reject that approach. Our caregivers are carefully selected, highly trained, and supported by a professional team with decades of experience in aging services.

 

Our Bay Area homecare services (Support at Home) have won national awards, including both the Home Care Pulse Leader in Excellence and Home Care Provider of Choice awards annually since 2021, and The J. Weekly Reader’s Choice Home Care Provider in 2022, 2024 and 2025. And our caregivers agree: we have won Home Care Pulse’s Best of Home Care: Employer of Choice award annually since 2021. 

 

Backed by IOA’s reputation for compassionate, dignity-focused senior in-home care, our caregivers provide the personalized support your loved one deserves – whether it’s help at home, companionship, or specialized dementia care.

5 stars!?!? Forget that - it’s more like 7 stars!!! All of the IOA caregivers have been more than professional, empathetic and willing to do anything to care for my wife. They have done everything to accommodate us and I could not ask for more. They try 100% and are my first choice when it comes to my wife's needs. You don't need any other agency or group.

IOA’s assistance has been a godsend to me. You are fast and professional, and even for a small bit of assistance like I need, you respond as if I were a high paying customer.

A Non-Profit With a Purpose

As a mission-driven nonprofit, every recommendation IOA makes puts people first – not profits. We reinvest in programs that benefit older adults and their families, and we offer financial transparency and guidance to help you navigate care costs.

Innovative, Integrated Aging Support

IOA at Home is more than in-home help – it’s your gateway to a full continuum of aging services with Institute on Aging. From the Friendship Line to dementia support, our holistic model means your care can grow with you as your needs continue to change. You will never be left to navigate aging alone.

The IOA program representatives I encountered were encouraging and positive. This is important because this process of aging does not come easily.

You don’t just get a caregiver – you gain a care partner who understands your family’s journey.

How You Benefit from IOA at Home Services

Hourly Home Care

Flexible support when you need it—for personal care, errands, housekeeping, or companionship—so you can stay independent at home.

Overnight Care

Peace of mind through the night with help for mobility, toileting, or simply knowing someone is there.

Dementia and Alzheimer's Care at Home

Familiar surroundings and specialized, behavior-sensitive Alzheimer’s care from trained professionals, that supports memory, routine, and emotional well-being.

How You Benefit from In-Home Caregiver Support

  • Feel comfortable, and confident with help bathing, dressing, and grooming
  • Enjoy healthy meals with support for planning, cooking, and nutrition
  • Stay on track with medication and move safely around your home
  • Get where you need to go—appointments, errands, or social visits
  • Feel less alone with meaningful companionship and engagement
  • Live in a tidy, safer home with light housekeeping and safety checks
  • Recover with ease after surgery or hospitalization, with extra support

We help make everyday moments easier—so you feel more confident, connected, and cared for.

Service Areas

We proudly provide in-home care for seniors in Sacramento and Placer Counties.

Outside these areas? Contact us – we may still be able to help or refer you to a trusted partner.

Insurance & Payment Options

IOA at Home is not reimbursed by Medicare or Medi-Cal; however, we work with families to navigate long-term care funding and reimbursement strategies, helping make home care more accessible.

We can help you explore options through:

  • Long-term care insurance
  • Community support programs
  • Health savings accounts
  • Private pay
  • Home Health Aide Program for eligible veterans

How to Get Started with IOA at Home

  1. Reach Out – Call or submit our online form to tell us about your needs.
  2. Care Consultation – Meet with our team (in person or virtually) to design a personalized care plan.
  3. Caregiver Matching – We’ll match you with a trusted caregiver based on your preferences and schedule.
  4. Ongoing Support – We check in regularly to ensure high-quality care and adjust services as needs evolve.

In-Home Care That Supports Your Life – Not Just Your Schedule

Feel truly at home with care that meets your needs, not just your calendar.

Whether you need support for daily routines or help caring for a loved one with dementia,

IOA at Home’s home care services brings comfort, dignity, and connection right to you.