410.919.0190
Located in Annapolis, MDWhat our clients say about us…
Improving the Quality of Your Life at Home- A Family Owned and Operated Home Care Provider in Annapolis since 1997
Who We Are
In 1997, John Degen, and his mother, a registered nurse, founded Chesapeake Caregivers as an assisted living facility. Early on they discovered a growing need and demand for in-home caregiving services for people who wanted the option to continue living safely and happily in the comfort of their own homes. Since then we have served hundred of families focusing on each individual and their unique needs as they receive compassionate care in their preferred setting.
John’s wife, Susan, our managing partner/VP of Operations, left her career in finance to support her husband several years ago. She saw the impact Chesapeake Caregivers was making in the senior community and wanted to be a significant part of the day-to-day operations. Throughout our company’s growth, the roots of compassion and kindness apply to everything we do because we know that the decision to have someone new enter a loved one’s home is never to be taken lightly. It’s not only about the tasks to be done while in their home but also how to have a meaningful relationship with another person who needs help as they maintain some independence. We focus on the importance of human interactions between our trained caregivers and every client, and with this approach, both our caregivers and your loved one feel a purpose to their day together.
Our team of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Geriatric Nursing Assistants (GNA), and Qualified Caregivers have proudly provided home care for Maryland Seniors since 1997.
We assist seniors in the comfort of their own home, who need non-clinical services ranging from companionship to more specialized services like memory care and hospice support. Home care allows seniors to stay safe and healthy and maintain their independence.
Why Us?
Improving the quality of life for your loved ones has been Chesapeake Caregivers’ number one priority since 1997. We understand that trusting a “stranger” to care for someone you love can be difficult, and that is why we hire only the most qualified caregivers. Each goes through an extensive hiring process that includes a detailed skills assessment and background check. For over 25 years we have learned how to help families “stay family” by introducing them to that special caregiver to help take care of the ones they love.
Chesapeake Caregivers Inc. is a family-owned & operated In-Home Care provider.
Testimonials
”Working with Susan & Sam to find the right care for my mother has been made easy by their kind and personalized attention. They are easy to communicate with and very responsive. I love how they don’t panic when a problem arises. They simply share the information and take care of it. They bring no drama-just professionalism. The caregivers they have provided all have different personalities but all have been qualified, kind and reliable. We have used this agency for about 10 months now for both in home and supplemental coverage in an Assisted Living situation. In both cases, the care has been very good! If you want personal service from caring people, look no further!
D Brady
”Chesapeake Caregivers Home Care has been a truly amazing organization to work with. Both of my parents have been under their care for several months. Their care providers are professional, diligent and most importantly, compassionate. We are relieved to have found an organization that we can trust and feel confident that our parents in good hands.
Jean P
”We were very grateful to have had you in our corner as we tried to navigate my father's needs this past month. Thank you for managing to meet all of our needs in such short time frames. You and the caregivers we met are truly special and we are very grateful.
Lori G
”Thank you for sending caregivers to us who were compassionate and caring toward my husband. We liked all of them, and it was a relief to know I had the help I needed. Wishing you and your company the best. Keep up the good work of helping families and providing good caregivers. I will definitely recommend you if the situation presents itself. Thank you again (and I know my husband would be saying the same thing).
Kathy Miller
Behind each of our Caregivers is a dedicated team providing guidance, oversight, and support for our families.
Our Services
Memory Care
Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Specialized Care
Specialized Care
Hospice Support, Heart Health, Parkinson’s Disease, Transitional Care, Stroke, Cancer, Bedridden
Personal Care
Hygiene, Incontinence, Grooming, Dressing, Mobility Assistance, Safe Transfers, Assist with PT/OT Exercises, Monitor Diet/Fluid Intake
ADL Services
Companionship, Meal Prep and Nutrition, Transportation, Errands, and Appointments, Grocery Shopping, Light Housekeeping, Laundry, Change Linens, Medication Reminders, Assistance with Pets & Plants, Managing Calendar and Emails
Care Coordination
Palliative and Hospice Support, Hospital and Rehabilitation Discharge, Community Resources
Registered Nurse (RN) on staff providing training/care plan oversight and client assessments. We follow Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Guidelines for COVID-19
Cost Of Care
The cost of non-medical home care varies depending on where you live and the care you need. We offer a free, no-obligation, in-home assessment, which allows us to provide an accurate cost estimate and discuss how to improve the quality of life of the care recipient in the comfort of their home.
Most often, home care is not only more affordable, but it is more desirable for the care recipient. There is no substitution for 1 to 1 care and interaction between that special caregiver and your loved one. It will give you peace of mind that your family member is safe and cared for and able to stay in the home they love.
We provide level-one home care ranging from a few hours per day, several days per week to 24/7 more complex support. Live-in care is also available.
We accept all Long Term Care Insurance (LTC). To reduce the burden on our clients, we will work directly with the insurance company, providing all necessary documents to ensure that reimbursements are received promptly.
To schedule a meeting with our trusted client advocate, please call 410.919.0190.
Long Term Care Insurance:
A long-term care insurance policy assists in funding the costs of that care when you have a chronic medical condition, a disability, or a disorder such as Alzheimer’s disease. Traditionally, long-term care insurance policies send a reimbursement check to the client for services paid out of pocket.
Getting Started:
We accept all long-term care insurance (LTC) and have decades of experience working with long-term care insurance companies Chesapeake Caregivers works with many insurance companies including MetLife, Genworth, CNA, among many others and are able to assist you through the process of initiating and maintaining long-term care insurance benefits.
Assessments:
Many long-term care insurance companies require a RN Assessment. We have our staff RN complete an assessment within the first 90 days and every 120 days thereafter. Chesapeake Caregivers will send the assessments to the long-term care Insurance company for review.
Reimbursement:
Chesapeake Caregivers will send the invoice to the client to pay. To reduce the burden on clients, we will submit the invoice and any supporting documents, such as daily care notes & assessments to the long-term care insurance company. If you prefer, we can work with you on setting up a payment option where the long-term care insurance company sends payment directly to Chesapeake Caregivers.
Resolving Issues:
If any problems occur, such as receiving reimbursement(s), initiating a claim, submitting paperwork or any other issues, we will contact the long-term care insurance company on your behalf to resolve the situation.
Our Leadership
John Degen
President
410-919-0190
Susan Degen
Managing Partner
202.904.7617
Donna Farabaugh
Registered Nurse
410-919-0190
Tieira Lewis
Sr Care Coordinator - Client Services
443.699.6839
Ann Shields
Sr Care Coordinator
443.891.7320