Five years ago, my 87-year-old Mother had fallen and broke her shoulder. In addition, she had macular degeneration leaving her almost blind. Here was a fiercely independent woman who after having eleven children entered law school, became a lawyer, first woman President of the Maryland Bar Association, District Court Judge, and Circuit Court Judge. Like many in her generation and those younger, the desire is to remain in their homes. Not needing nursing care but assistance. What and where could a highly skilled staff be found at affordable costs?

After caring for my mother for three weeks, I decided to quit my job and come home.  But her care required additional assistance with toileting, bathing, errands, light housework, appointments and, most important, companionship.