"I found a lot of references related to home health agencies. Most of these companies provided care that traditionally was provided by the family. Now companies contract to provide services such as meal preparation and shopping, housekeeping, help with bathing, dressing and eating, and providing time off for family caregivers. These services are available and affordable. More advertising is needed to educate the public about state programs like the web site for the Maine Bureau of Elder and Adult Services. It offers many tips that people can use to assist with preparation with deciding if living alone is still an option."