Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Home Care Partner in Maine
In-Home Senior Services has been dedicated to providing compassionate in-home care for seniors since 1994. Founded by Anita Francoeur and now co-owned by Kathleen Candage and Theresa Norton, our mission is to help seniors maintain independence and dignity in their own homes. We offer personalized care plans tailored to individual needs, supported by a team of certified caregivers and homemakers. Our services include personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and transportation, with flexible scheduling to accommodate client preferences. We collaborate with local organizations like the Alzheimer's Association and Southern Maine Agency on Aging to ensure comprehensive support.Payment options include private pay, MaineCare, Veterans Administration benefits, and long-term care insurance. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our state-certified training programs and a registered nurse on staff to oversee care plans. With nearly 30 years of experience, we pride ourselves on being a trusted, locally owned provider in Gorham, Maine. Our reputation for attentive, family-like care has earned us strong endorsements from clients and professionals alike.
Services
Personal Care
Homemaker Services
Respite Care
Transportation
Bathing Assistance
Oral Care
Meal Preparation
Light Housekeeping
Incontinence Care
Skin Care
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Accountability: Owners are actively involved and answer calls directly.
- Locally owned and operated since 1994.
- Flexible scheduling options without minimum hour upcharges.
- 25 years of experience as a trusted home care provider.
- Professional development with state-certified training for staff.
What people say
Compassionate service
Trustworthy staff
Attentive and professional
Excellent work
Joy to have around
Services
Personal Care
Our Personal Care service provides hands-on support with daily living activities including bathing, oral care, grooming, and mobility assistance. Certified caregivers ensure safety and dignity while helping clients maintain independence at home. This service focuses on preserving individuality through personalized care plans tailored to each client's needs and preferences.
Homemaker Services
Homemaker Services include light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, and errands to maintain a clean, organized living environment. Staff assist with grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, and incidental tasks like watering plants or trash disposal. These services support seniors' ability to live comfortably and safely in their own homes.
Respite Care
Respite Care offers temporary relief for family caregivers through short-term in-home support. Certified caregivers provide companionship, personal care, and household assistance during caregiver absences. This service helps prevent caregiver burnout while ensuring clients receive consistent, professional care in familiar surroundings.
Skin Care
Our Skin Care service focuses on preventing pressure sores and maintaining skin health through regular assessments and specialized care routines. Staff monitor skin condition, apply protective lotions, and implement positioning strategies to prevent complications. This proactive approach helps maintain comfort and skin integrity for clients with limited mobility.
Meal Preparation
Meal Preparation services ensure clients receive balanced, nutritious meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences. Caregivers plan and cook meals using fresh ingredients while accommodating special dietary needs. This service promotes better health outcomes and independence by maintaining proper nutrition in a home setting.
People
Kayley Weymouth
Field Supervisor
Kayley Weymouth joined In-Home Senior Services in 2019, starting in field work before transitioning to office management. She handles scheduling and client orientations while balancing family life with her husband and daughter in Maine.
Theresa Norton
Co-Owner
Theresa Norton has worked with In-Home Senior Services since its 1994 founding, becoming co-owner in 2015. With extensive bookkeeping experience and community involvement through TRIAD, she manages operations while maintaining strong local connections in Gorham.
Kathleen Candage
Co-Owner
Kathleen Candage began her career with In-Home Senior Services in 1994 as a homemaker/companion. She progressed to co-ownership through state-certified training and scheduling expertise, maintaining active involvement with Alzheimer's Association programs and community volunteer work.
Questions
What services do you offer for senior home care?
We provide personal care assistance, homemaking services, respite care, transportation, and specialized support for activities of daily living in clients' homes across Maine.
How are your caregivers trained and certified?
All caregivers receive state-certified training, including 50-hour courses for Personal Support Specialists with hands-on and written competency assessments.
What payment options are available for your services?
We accept private pay, MaineCare, Veterans Administration benefits, and long-term care insurance policies to cover our home care services.
Do you offer flexible scheduling options?
Yes, we provide flexible scheduling without minimum hour requirements, with consistent rates across days, nights, and weekends.
How do you ensure quality care for clients?
A registered nurse oversees care plans, while owners actively manage operations and maintain partnerships with local healthcare organizations for comprehensive support.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Gorham, Maine and surrounding areas, providing in-home care services throughout the state.
