Home Instead GmbH & Co. KG
Home Instead is a leading company in home senior care that helps older people live independently in their familiar environment. With flexible care services and specially trained CAREGivers, it improves the quality of life for seniors and relieves family members.
Company Description: Home Instead
editHome Instead is a leading company in the field of home senior care, specializing in supporting elderly people so they can live independently and autonomously in their familiar environment.
Key Products and Services
edit- Hourly Care: Home Instead offers flexible care services ranging from companionship to assistance with household tasks and basic care. Notably, the care of people with dementia is emphasized[3].
- Individual Support: The caregivers, known as CAREGivers, are specifically trained for senior care and provide tailored assistance[3].
Main Mission and Values
editThe mission of Home Instead is to improve the quality of life for seniors and relieve family caregivers. The company is committed to closing the care gap between outpatient nursing services and family caregivers[3]. Jörg Veil, the founder of Home Instead Germany, has been recognized internationally for his development efforts and is honored for his commitment to the needs of seniors[1].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editHome Instead aims to prevent or reduce loneliness and hospitalization of people in need of assistance and care. By supporting seniors in their homes, they contribute to improving quality of life and promote self-determined living in old age[1]. The Home Instead Foundation is also involved in initiatives aimed at combating social isolation and promoting the integration of seniors into the community[1].
International Presence and Franchise System
editHome Instead was founded in 1994 in the USA and is now represented by over 1,150 partner businesses in 13 countries[5]. In Germany, there are over 180 locations focusing on individual care for seniors[4]. The franchise system offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to become self-employed while contributing to the improvement of the quality of life for seniors[2].