Home personal care services in Singapore

Trained caregivers, care aides, and live-in helpers supporting seniors with bathing, feeding, mobility, and daily routines — so they can age at home with dignity.

What is it?

Home personal care covers non-clinical support for activities of daily living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, transferring (bed to wheelchair), toileting, and light housekeeping. Providers range from agency-placed foreign domestic workers and trained local care aides to tech-enabled platforms offering on-demand or scheduled caregiver visits. Live-in caregiving is a subset where a caregiver resides with the senior. This category is often combined with home nursing for seniors who need both clinical and personal care.

Who it suits

• Seniors with ADL dependency who want to remain at home
• Families where the primary caregiver needs respite or works full-time
• Seniors discharged from hospital who need short-term personal care support
• Seniors with dementia who need supervision and assistance throughout the day

Frequently asked questions

Is home personal care subsidised by AIC?

Yes — through the Home Caregiving Grant (HCG) and the HCPP (Home Care Personalisation Plan). The HCG provides SGD 200–400/month to eligible families employing a domestic helper or formal care provider. HCPP subsidises structured home care packages. Call AIC at 1800-650-6060.

What is the difference between a caregiver and a domestic helper?

A caregiver (from a licensed agency) is trained in elder care, medication reminders, and basic nursing observation. A domestic helper (FDW, foreign domestic worker) can assist with personal care but is not trained or regulated as a care professional. Many families use both.

Can a live-in caregiver replace a nursing home?

For seniors with low-to-moderate care needs, yes. For seniors requiring 24-hour skilled nursing (IV lines, ventilators, complex wounds), a nursing home is usually more appropriate. A geriatrician or AIC care manager can help assess the right level of care.

Subsidy questions? We have a separate plain-English explainer of MOH subsidies, CareShield Life, MediSave, and PCHI tiers. Read the subsidy guide →

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