At Apple Home Care Services, we provide compassionate, flexible non-medical home care to families and seniors throughout Drexel Hill — from the tree-lined streets of Aronimink and Pilgrim Gardens to the established neighborhoods around Beverly Hills, State Road, and Lansdowne Avenue.
Our office is located just minutes away on Market Street in Upper Darby, which means we can respond quickly to Drexel Hill families and provide reliable backup coverage when you need it. Whether you’re paying privately, using long-term care insurance, applying for Veterans Aid & Attendance benefits, or working through Pennsylvania’s Community HealthChoices (CHC) Medicaid Waiver, we have flexible options to fit your family’s situation.
Call 215-730-1020 for a free in-home assessment in Drexel Hill, or contact us online. There’s no obligation and no pressure.
Why Drexel Hill Families Choose Apple Home Care
You have options when choosing a home care agency. Here’s what sets us apart for families in Drexel Hill:
Caregivers Who Know the Area
Many of our caregivers live in Drexel Hill, Upper Darby, and surrounding Delaware County neighborhoods. They know the streets, the local senior centers, and the hospitals.
Office Just Minutes Away
Our Upper Darby office is a short drive from any Drexel Hill home. That means quick response times for assessments, schedule adjustments, and urgent backup coverage.
All Major Payment Paths
Private pay, long-term care insurance, VA Aid & Attendance benefits, and Pennsylvania’s CHC Medicaid Waiver — all accepted, with hands-on help navigating each.
Hands-On CHC Application Help
Many agencies sign you up and disappear during the 30 to 45 day waiver application. We sit on the phone with Maximus, coach you through the assessment, and stay engaged.
Backup Coverage You Can Count On
When a regular caregiver can’t make it, we have local backup caregivers familiar with your loved one’s care plan ready to step in.
Care Plans Built Around Your Loved One
No scripted “packages.” We build custom care plans around your loved one’s routines, preferences, and the realities of life in Drexel Hill.
Our In-Home Care Services in Drexel Hill
Drexel Hill households have wide-ranging needs — from active seniors who still drive and run errands, to loved ones managing dementia, recovering from surgery, or living with limited mobility. We build custom non-medical care plans around your loved one’s specific situation, scheduling preferences, and budget.
- Personal Care — assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and toileting
- Companion Care — meaningful conversation, hobbies, games, and companionship to reduce loneliness
- Respite Care — short-term relief for Drexel Hill family caregivers who need rest, time to work, or a break
- Specialized Care — tailored support for dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and post-surgery recovery
- Meal Preparation — nutritious meals matched to dietary needs and preferences
- Light Housekeeping — laundry, kitchen cleanup, and everyday home maintenance
- Medication Reminders — gentle, consistent support to stay on schedule
- Errands & Local Transportation — safe rides to doctor appointments, the pharmacy, the grocery store, or local senior centers
- Post-Hospital Support — help managing the transition home after a hospital or rehab stay
All of our care is non-medical and focused on helping Drexel Hill seniors live safely and comfortably at home.
We Proudly Serve All of Drexel Hill
Our caregivers serve every part of Drexel Hill:
Aronimink • Beverly Hills • Pilgrim Gardens • State Road corridor • Lansdowne Avenue corridor • Areas near Drexel Hill Middle School • Aronimink Golf Club area • Neighborhoods bordering Upper Darby, Clifton Heights, and Havertown
We also serve nearby Delaware County communities including Upper Darby, Lansdowne, Havertown, Clifton Heights, and Aldan.
How Care Setup Works in Drexel Hill
The realistic timeline depends entirely on how care is being paid for. For most private pay families, care can begin within 24 to 48 hours of the free in-home assessment. Families using the CHC Medicaid Waiver should plan for 30 to 45 days from first call to first caregiver visit.
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Free In-Home Assessment
We come to you in Drexel Hill, learn about your loved one’s needs, and explain your realistic options. No cost, no obligation.
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Custom Care Plan
We build a care plan tailored to your loved one’s routines, preferences, and budget — and adjust it as needs change.
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Caregiver Match
We carefully match your loved one with a caregiver based on personality, schedule, language, and the specific skills required.
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Care Begins
For private pay families, often within 24 to 48 hours. For CHC Waiver families, after the state’s required application and approval process.
For the realistic 30 to 45 day CHC Waiver timeline — including what we do for your family during the wait — see our care setup process page.
Paying for Home Care in Drexel Hill
Most Drexel Hill families combine two or three payment sources. There’s no single “right” way to pay for home care — only what fits your loved one’s situation.
Private Pay
Paying out of pocket, with maximum scheduling flexibility. Right fit for families who need help right away or who don’t yet qualify for Medicaid. Care often starts within 24 to 48 hours.
CHC Medicaid Waiver
Pennsylvania’s Community HealthChoices Medicaid Waiver pays for in-home care for adults 21+ who meet financial and clinical eligibility. Out-of-pocket cost is typically zero or minimal once approved. The catch: the application takes 30 to 45 days. See our full CHC guide for eligibility rules and the step-by-step application process.
Long-Term Care Insurance
If your loved one purchased a long-term care insurance policy, it likely covers in-home care. Bring the policy to your free assessment and we’ll walk through the benefits and elimination period with you.
Veterans Aid & Attendance
For qualifying wartime veterans and surviving spouses, the VA Aid & Attendance benefit can provide significant monthly financial support toward in-home care.
For more on what affects home care pricing in the Philadelphia area, see our cost guide. And before you commit to any agency, check out the 7 questions every family should ask.
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Care in Drexel Hill
Do you provide home care services throughout Drexel Hill?
Yes. We serve every part of Drexel Hill, from Aronimink and Pilgrim Gardens to Beverly Hills and the neighborhoods near State Road, Lansdowne Avenue, and the Drexel Hill commercial district.
Do you accept the CHC Medicaid Waiver in Drexel Hill?
Yes. We work with Drexel Hill families across all three CHC Managed Care Organizations: Keystone First Community HealthChoices, PA Health & Wellness, and UPMC Community HealthChoices. We also help families through the application process from start to finish.
How quickly can home care begin in Drexel Hill?
Private pay families typically start within 24 to 48 hours of the free assessment. Families using the CHC Medicaid Waiver should plan for 30 to 45 days from first call to first caregiver visit due to the state’s required application process — but we can often arrange short-term private pay to bridge the gap if your loved one needs help immediately.
Do you provide post-hospital home care after discharge from Mercy Catholic Medical Center or other local hospitals?
Yes. Many Drexel Hill families call us after a parent or spouse has been discharged from Mercy Catholic Medical Center, Crozer Health, Lankenau Medical Center, or another nearby hospital. We can have a caregiver in the home within 24 to 48 hours to help with the transition — bathing, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, medication reminders, and safety monitoring during the recovery period.
Which neighborhoods near Drexel Hill do you cover?
Beyond Drexel Hill, we serve Upper Darby, Lansdowne, Havertown, Clifton Heights, Aldan, and other Delaware County and West Philadelphia communities. If you’re unsure whether we cover your area, give us a call.
Can I start with just a few hours a week?
Yes. Many Drexel Hill families begin with 4 to 8 hours per week and scale up as needs change. Care plans are flexible — you decide the schedule, and we adjust as your loved one’s situation evolves.
How does Apple Home Care help with the CHC application process?
We sit on the phone with you and Maximus (Pennsylvania’s Independent Enrollment Broker), help your family gather the documents you’ll need for the County Assistance Office, coach you through the in-home Functional Eligibility Determination, and follow up with the MCO on your behalf so you’re not the one chasing paperwork. See our full CHC guide for the complete process.
What makes Apple Home Care different for Drexel Hill families?
Three things: our office is in Upper Darby, just minutes from Drexel Hill, so we respond quickly. Our caregivers live in the area and know the neighborhoods. And we don’t disappear during the CHC waiting period — we stay engaged from the first phone call through the first caregiver visit and beyond.