COHME, Inc.

09/01/2025

This Labor Day, we pause to honor the incredible dedication, compassion, and hard work of caregivers everywhere—especially our own team here at COHME.

Home health care is more than a profession; it’s a calling. Every visit, every comforting word, and every act of care makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve. Today, we celebrate you—our caregivers, our staff, and the families who partner with us in this important mission.

Thank you for trusting us to care, for showing up with heart, and for making home a place of healing and comfort for so many.

08/29/2025

Why does an aging adult need a social worker? Because growing older comes with more than just physical changes. It brings complex emotional, social, medical, and practical challenges.

Here’s how a social worker can help:

1️⃣ They look at the full picture. Social workers assess not just health needs, but also home safety, family dynamics, emotional well-being, and financial stressors.

2️⃣ They connect the dots. From applying for benefits to coordinating services like transportation or meal delivery, social workers know how to cut through red tape.

3️⃣ They offer emotional support. Aging can be isolating or overwhelming. Social workers provide guidance, reassurance, and a space to talk things through.

4️⃣ They help families make tough decisions. Whether it’s time to bring in more care or discuss long-term planning, a social worker helps families navigate those conversations with clarity and compassion.

5️⃣ They plan ahead. Social workers help aging adults prepare for future needs, reducing crisis moments and offering peace of mind.

At COHME, every client gets access to a (free!) licensed social worker, because we believe home care should care for the whole person.

08/27/2025

Here’s the truth: Most home care agencies are built to generate profit. COHME isn’t.

We’re a nonprofit and that changes everything.

It means your loved one isn’t a number on a spreadsheet. It means we don’t upsell services. And it means that every family gets access to a licensed social worker, at no extra cost.

When care is mission-driven, people come first. Always.

08/25/2025

Andrea found her calling in home care.

Since 2012, she’s been bringing honesty, humor, and heart to every home she enters. Whether navigating the challenges of memory loss or soaking in stories from clients who’ve lived full, fascinating lives, Andrea leads with patience and persistence.

“I’ve learned to recognize pain that isn’t just physical,” she says. “Loneliness is real. I try to meet people where they are with compassion.”

💛 Get to know Andrea and why she’s proud to be part of the COHME team: https://www.cohme.org/post/meet-andrea-perry-cohme-home-health-aide

By Katerina YangAndrea started her journey at COHME in 2012, and it was her first home care job. She loves going out, dressing up, and has a personality that makes people laugh. She has a strong personality and is honest and self-expressive. She loves being straightforward, and getting to the point....

08/22/2025

What if your loved one refuses care, even when it’s clearly needed?

Many families face this moment, and it’s never easy. Here are a few gentle ways to open the conversation:

1️⃣ Focus on their independence, not their limitations
2️⃣ Frame it as support for you (not just for them)
3️⃣ Bring in a trusted third party, like a doctor or social worker, to help mediate

At COHME, our licensed social workers are experienced in navigating these delicate conversations with empathy and respect. Sometimes, just hearing it from someone outside the family makes all the difference.

Ready to talk about it? Contact us for a free consultation: https://www.cohme.org/contact

08/20/2025

Even experienced caregivers need support.

This COHME family member, who spent her own career as a nurse, shared what a difference it makes to have a team she can trust.

Because peace of mind isn’t just about care, it’s about knowing you’re not doing it alone.

08/18/2025

Short-term home care isn’t just for major life events, it’s for the in-between moments when extra support makes all the difference.

Think:
After a surgery or hospital stay
When a family caregiver needs time off
During recovery from illness or injury
When routines shift and things feel overwhelming

At COHME, short-term care starts with just a two-week commitment and includes guidance from a licensed social worker on every case.

Whether you need help for now or just a little while, we’re here to make sure you’re not navigating it alone.

Learn more about our short-care services at: https://www.cohme.org/care-services/.

08/15/2025

We get it. Asking for help isn’t easy. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver or just unsure about what comes next.

That’s why COHME offers free consultations. No pressure or commitments, just a conversation to answer your questions and help you explore your options.

You don’t have to have it all figured out. We’re here to help.

Contact us at https://www.cohme.org/contact.

08/13/2025

What makes COHME different?

We're not just another home care agency, we're a nonprofit with a mission. That means:

✔️ A licensed social worker on every case (at no extra cost)
✔️ Personalized support tailored to your family
✔️ Decisions driven by care, not profit

In a city full of options, COHME offers something rare.

📲 Learn more at www.cohme.org

08/11/2025

Back-to-school. Last-minute vacations. Work ramping up again.
If you’re a family caregiver, August can feel a lot.

Short-term home care can step in so you don’t have to stretch yourself thin.

Let’s take us help something off your plate.

08/08/2025

Meet Evelyn, one of our incredible home health aides who’s been part of the COHME family since 2015. Originally from Ghana, Evelyn brings joy, warmth, and deep compassion to the clients she cares for every day.

From walking clients outside for fresh air to sharing laughs to helping with everyday needs, Evelyn treats each person like family.

In her words: “I learned to put myself in their shoes and understand what they are going through.”

💛 Read her full story and see why we’re so proud to have Evelyn on our team: https://www.cohme.org/post/meet-evelyn-myles-cohme-home-health-aide

08/06/2025

When it comes to home care, the little details matter and so does the heart behind them.

This family’s words say it best: compassionate, attentive, and truly committed care can make all the difference.