Attendant Care Services in Las Vegas, NV
For adults living with a physical disability, chronic condition, or functional limitation, attendant care is the support that makes independent, community-based living possible. Family Personal Care provides attendant care services throughout Las Vegas and Clark County — helping adults direct their own care, maintain their daily routines, and live the life they choose, in the setting they choose.
What Is Attendant Care?
Attendant care is hands-on assistance with the physical tasks of daily living for adults with disabilities or functional limitations. Unlike companion care (which focuses on social support) or traditional agency-directed personal care (where the caregiver follows the agency’s care plan), attendant care is often consumer-directed — meaning the client plays an active role in guiding how, when, and in what sequence care is provided.
This model reflects a core principle of disability rights and independent living: people with disabilities are the experts on their own needs and the best judges of how those needs should be met. The attendant’s role is to extend the client’s physical capacity, not to take over their decision-making.
What Attendant Care Services Include
Personal Care and Hygiene
- Bathing, showering, and personal hygiene assistance
- Grooming — hair care, oral hygiene, shaving, nail care
- Dressing and undressing, including assistive devices and adaptive clothing
- Toileting and continence care — discreet, dignity-preserving support
Mobility and Physical Support
- Transfers — safe movement between bed, wheelchair, and other surfaces
- Positioning and repositioning to prevent pressure injuries
- Assistance with mobility aids — walkers, wheelchairs, and other adaptive equipment
- Accompany on outings, appointments, or community activities
Household and Instrumental Tasks
- Meal preparation tailored to dietary needs and preferences
- Light housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe living environment
- Grocery shopping, errands, and prescription pickups
- Medication reminders at scheduled times
- Laundry and linen changes
Attendant Care vs. Personal Care: Understanding the Difference
The terms attendant care and personal care are sometimes used interchangeably — but in the context of Nevada’s public programs and the independent living movement, they can carry distinct meanings. Personal care typically follows an agency-developed care plan. Attendant care, especially under consumer-directed models, gives the client more direct authority over how their care is structured and delivered.
For adults who want to retain maximum autonomy and direct their own care, attendant care under a consumer-directed framework may be the most appropriate model. Family Personal Care can discuss both options and help you determine which approach best fits your situation.
Nevada ADSD Programs for Attendant Care
Nevada’s Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) administers several Medicaid Waiver programs that may cover attendant care services for qualifying adults:
COPES — Community Options Program Entry System: Provides in-home services — including personal care and attendant-type support — for adults who meet nursing facility level of care criteria but choose to remain in the community. Eligibility is based on age (65+), disability, income, and care need.
ACCS — At Home Care Support Services: Designed to assist adults with disabilities in living independently in the community. It includes personal attendant care as a covered service for qualifying individuals.
PAS — Personal Assistance Services: Provides direct attendant-type support to Medicaid-eligible adults with disabilities, enabling independent community living by covering physical assistance with ADLs and IADLs.
Eligibility for all three programs depends on disability status, income, and functional assessment. Family Personal Care works with families navigating ADSD programs. For current eligibility information, visit adsd.nv.gov or call our team.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Attendant Care in Las Vegas
Who qualifies for attendant care services in Nevada?
Adults with physical disabilities, chronic conditions, or functional limitations that affect their ability to perform activities of daily living independently. Eligibility for publicly funded attendant care through ADSD Waiver programs depends on disability status, income, and functional assessment. Private-pay attendant care is available without income eligibility restrictions.
What is the difference between attendant care and personal care?
Both involve hands-on assistance with daily living tasks. Attendant care, particularly under consumer-directed models, gives the client more authority to direct when, how, and in what order care is provided — consistent with the independent living philosophy. Contact us and we can walk you through both models.
Can I direct my own attendant care schedule?
Yes. We believe you are the expert on your own needs. Our care coordinators will work with you to design a schedule and care routine that fits your life. Your input guides the entire process.
Does Nevada Medicaid cover attendant care services?
Nevada Medicaid Waiver programs — including COPES, ACCS, and PAS — may cover attendant care for qualifying individuals. Eligibility depends on disability level, income, and functional assessment. Call us at (702) 906-1999 and we can help you understand the options available to you.
How do I start attendant care services with Family Personal Care?
Call (702) 906-1999 or complete our online contact form. We’ll schedule a free in-home consultation, assess your needs, and build a personalized attendant care plan. There is no obligation after the consultation.
Why Adults with Disabilities Choose Family Personal Care
- Respect for autonomy — we follow your direction, not a one-size-fits-all protocol
- Consistent attendant assignment — the same caregiver builds familiarity with your routine
- Trained, screened caregivers — background-checked and supervised by our care coordination team
- Flexible scheduling — a few hours per day to full-day support, arranged around your life
- ADSD program experience — we understand Nevada’s Waiver programs and can help guide your family
- Award-winning local provider — 2025 Top Home Health Care Service Provider, North Las Vegas
Areas We Serve
Attendant care services are available throughout Clark County: Las Vegas | North Las Vegas | Henderson | Summerlin | Spring Valley | Enterprise | Whitney | Paradise | and surrounding communities.
Ready to live more independently? Call Family Personal Care at (702) 906-1999 to schedule your free consultation and design an attendant care plan built around your life.
Family Personal Care — Trusted attendant care in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson, and Clark County. Call (702) 906-1999.