One issue some families run into during the holidays is scheduling care. Coverage can vary depending on your insurance and whether home care services are covered on federal holidays. To avoid surprises, it’s always best to check directly with your provider. Here’s a quick overview of what to keep in mind.
Your Care Falls on a Holiday
If one of your regularly scheduled care days lands on a holiday, you’ll want to confirm whether that day is covered by your insurance. If coverage is available, you can still decide whether or not you want a caregiver that day—it often depends on family plans and personal preference. If you choose to cancel or reschedule, just be sure to notify the office as early as possible so adjustments can be made smoothly.
Your Care Does Not Fall Directly on a Holiday
If your regular care days don’t fall on the holiday itself, your schedule may not be affected at all. However, if you’d like to shift a visit to better align with holiday plans, reach out to the office as soon as you can. Early notice gives the best chance of arranging coverage during a busy time of year.
If you’d like more context on how home care can support families during busy seasons, you can read more in our post on how caregivers can help during the holidays.
For a broader, non-medical perspective on planning caregiving schedules around holidays, AARP’s guidance on holiday caregiving offers helpful tips on communication and setting expectations.
This article is for general informational purposes only and is not medical advice. CareBuilders at Home provides non-medical home care services focused on daily living support and flexibility for families.
Thanks for reading—I’ll see you later. Sometimes a short post covering an important logistical detail is exactly what’s needed during the holidays.
Written by Brigid Stakelum
