Weekends Care (SAT-SUN, 9AM-5PM): ADLs, Nutrition, Wellness, Medical/Social Transports (within 20 miles of the home)
| Time | Phase | Focus |
| 09:00 AM | Slow Start & Safety | Assist with morning ADLs, medication, and a leisurely breakfast. Review the “Weekday Log” left by the family. |
| 11:00 AM | Vitality Outing | The Weekend Drive: Use the transport for a trip to a local church, park, a community event, or a favorite local cafe. |
| 01:00 PM | The Big Lunch | Prepare a signature weekend meal. Focus on high nutrition and social conversation. |
| 02:00 PM | Family Vision Hour | Facilitate video calls with relatives who are also off for the weekend. Prime time for family to check the Live Camera. |
| 03:30 PM | Active Pulse | Gentle range-of-motion exercises or an indoor hobby (gardening, painting, or listening to music). |
| 04:30 PM | Household Refresh | Light housekeeping, laundry, and prepping a “Monday Morning” snack or meal to set the client up for the week ahead. |
| 05:00 PM | Departure Sweep | Final safety check, medication reminder, and digital log update. |
Quick Comparison: Healthcare Ambulette Caregiver vs Nursing Home
| Feature | Healthcare Ambulette Caregiver | Traditional Nursing Home |
| Environment | The comfort and familiarity of the client’s own home. | A clinical, communal facility with shared spaces. |
| Attention | 1-on-1 dedicated care. The caregiver focuses solely on one person. | Staff-to-Patient ratio. Aides typically manage 10–15 residents at once. |
| Independence | Client maintains their own schedule, meals, and lifestyle. | Residents follow a facility-set routine for meals and activities. |
| Transportation | Premium Ambulette access. Freedom to go to social events and private visits. | Limited to medical shuttle schedules or family-arranged transport. |
| Safety | Live Camera Monitoring gives families immediate, 24/7 peace of mind. They can see the quality of care being provided in real-time. | “black boxes” families only see what happens during visiting hours. |
| Total Monthly Cost | $4,500 – $6,500 (Standard to Premier packages) | $9,800 – $11,300+ (Average for a private room in 2026). |
