Resources & Patient Information

Home care generally refers to non-medical support with the activities of daily living — bathing, dressing, meals, companionship, and supervision. Home health includes skilled clinical services delivered by licensed professionals, such as nursing, wound care, and therapy. Golden Years provides both, coordinated under one nurse-led plan.

We begin with a free consultation and a nursing assessment. We evaluate the client's medical needs, mobility, safety, daily routines, and goals — then recommend the right combination of personal care, skilled nursing, delegation, or therapy. The plan is reviewed and adjusted over time as needs change.

Coverage depends on the specific services, the client's eligibility, and the program involved. Some skilled services may be covered by Medicare or Medicaid, while personal care and supported living may be funded through other programs or private pay. We're glad to help you understand your options.

Nurse delegation is a Washington State process in which a Registered Nurse Delegator trains and authorizes a certified aide to perform specific clinical tasks for a particular client, with ongoing nurse supervision. Learn more on our Nurse Delegation page.

All caregivers are background-checked, oriented to our standards, and trained through our nurse-led program. Skilled and delegated tasks are supervised by licensed nursing staff, and we provide ongoing education to keep skills sharp.

Yes. Post-hospitalization and post-surgery care is one of our core strengths. We support wound care, medication management, mobility, and recovery — and coordinate with your medical team to reduce the risk of readmission.

After your consultation and assessment, we work to begin care as promptly as possible. Timing depends on the complexity of the plan and caregiver matching, and we'll keep you informed every step of the way.

Yes. Our Certified Home Care Aide training program is open to aspiring caregivers, family members, and current aides looking to build their skills. See our HCA Training page.

We operate with HIPAA-conscious practices across every form, file, and conversation. Our team is trained in privacy and confidentiality. See our HIPAA Privacy Notice below.

We serve Sumner, Puyallup, Auburn, Bonney Lake, Tacoma, and surrounding communities across Pierce and King County in Washington State.