
68 Bishop st, #2, Portland, ME 04105

Dedication
Welcome to 200 Years Home Support, where we specialize in providing compassionate and reliable care for senior citizens in the comfort of their own homes. Our dedicated caregivers offer personalized support, from daily living assistance to medical care coordination and emotional companionship.
Commitment
Our commitment to
home health care
Welcome to 200 Years Home Support, where we specialize in providing compassionate and reliable care for senior citizens in the comfort of their own homes. Our dedicated caregivers offer personalized support, from daily living assistance to medical care coordination and emotional companionship. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our elderly clients and ensuring they receive the best care possible, right at home.

Comfort
Care

Our home care services
At 200 Years Home Care Support, we are deeply committed to fostering a supportive community by providing compassionate, personalized care and engaging resources to enhance the well-being of our senior citizens.
In collaboration with family members and other partners, we facilitate our clients to get access to long-term home, while receiving our services.
In Home Support, we encourage our clients to do Activity of Daily Living (ADLs) independently and help them whenever it's needed, depending on their ability. Each individual has a detailed schedule of the day which may include laundry, cooking, toileting, showering, shopping, cleaning, eating, etc.
At 200 Years Old Home Support, we encourage



Inclusiveness
Kindness
Unity
What sets apart 200 Years Old Home Support, from everyone else......



Cost-Effective
At 200 Years Home Support, we provide high-quality senior care services at competitive rates, ensuring exceptional value for our clients. By offering personalized in-home care, we help families avoid the high costs associated with assisted living facilities, making senior care more affordable and accessible
Skilled Care
At 200 Years Home Support, our caregivers are highly trained professionals, equipped with the expertise to handle a wide range of senior care needs. We prioritize ongoing education and skill development to ensure our team delivers the highest standard of care, ensuring your loved ones receive the best possible support.
Comfort
With 200 Years Home Support, you can have peace of mind knowing your loved ones are receiving exceptional care from dedicated and compassionate professionals. Our reliable and personalized services ensure that seniors are well-cared for in the comfort of their own homes, allowing you to rest easy.
Community Support
Shared Living
Home Support


Our Team of Professionals.
The professional team at 200 Years Old Home Support is comprised of compassionate and highly skilled caregivers dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized care for seniors. With extensive experience and a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of life for their clients, they ensure that every individual receives the respect and support they deserve.

DSP Trainings
Education

DSP Training at 200 Years Old Home Support equips Direct Support Professionals with the essential skills and knowledge to provide high-quality, compassionate care for seniors. The comprehensive training program emphasizes best practices in caregiving, communication, and safety, ensuring that all team members are well-prepared to meet the diverse needs of their clients.
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
The role of Direct Support Professional (DSP) will be to assist the individual to become integrated into their community, encourages their attitude and behaviors that enhance community inclusion. Helping patients with daily activities needed, accompanying them to doctor appointments, cooking and serving meals, performing light housekeeping duties, running errands, and providing companionship.’
Direct Support Professional (DSP) is/will be a person who:
Has successfully completed the Direct Support Professional curriculum as adopted by DHHS, or demonstrated proficiency through DHHS’s approved Assessment of Prior Learning, or has successfully completed the curriculum from the Maine College of Direct Support within six (6) months of date of hire.



Qualification to attend DSP class
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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American Citizen or maintain legal status.
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Speak and write English.
Requirements:
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Candidate must be 16 years of age or older.
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Possess a high school degree.
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Must be able to attend job training or possess DSP Certificate.
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Must maintain discretion and confidentiality of the consumer and family information at all times.
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Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the consumer home, equipment, and materials.

Orientation and on-going training program: list of topics, frequency of training
Prior to providing services to a member alone, a DSP will have to complete the following four modules from the College of Direct Support, including computer based and live sessions:
• Introduction to Developmental Disabilities
• Professionalism
• Individual Rights and Choice
• Maltreatment
Other modules and information are listed on the website of Maine College of DSP:
Maine College of Direct Support | Department of Health and Human Services

Essential Job Functions for DSP:
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Assist the consumer in the development of meal planning, menu development and grocery shopping to ensure an adequate and healthy diet.
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Encourage the consumer to do activities of daily living (ADLs) independently and assist with ADLs if needed.
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Assist the consumer to prepare meals every shift.
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Adhere to the consumer’s care plan and work on daily goals with the individual to help provide a high quality of care.
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Maintains a safe, clean and stimulating environment for the consumers.
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Serves as role model for the consumer by exhibiting professional behavior.
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Maintains accurate weekly progress note and completes all paperwork in a timely manner.
All employees shall be responsible for meeting the core training and program specific training requirements for the program. All employees will be required to maintain active certifications and should not allow their certificate to expire. Employees who allow their certificate to expire may receive disciplinary action up to and including termination. Completion of training should occur before employees/staff begin work with members or within six (6) months of the date of hire and every thirty-six (36) months thereafter. All staff, regardless of length of employment, will have documentation of training completion in their personnel file.
Any new hire will have up to 6 months to complete all the essential training required by the Agency/DHHS. Some training is scheduled for more than one day. Certified Residential Medication Aide, AHA First Aide/CPR and Direct Support Professional are examples of this type of training. To successfully complete these courses, attendance at all day will be required. Failure to complete any training because of lack of attendance without prior approval or the absence of meeting required time frames established by the instructor/Agency will result in disciplinary action.
Training records are completed for each employee upon completion of training. These documents will be kept for at least three years.
200 Years Old LLC schedules the dates of training sessions and communicates:
The contents or a summary of the training sessions
The names and qualifications of persons conducting the training
The names and job titles of all persons attending the training sessions
Employee training records are provided upon request to the employee or the employee’s authorized representative within 15 working days. Such requests should be addressed to the Administrator.
Trustworthy

Supportive
Contact Us

Locations
1. 63 Federal St, Portland, ME 04101
2. 5 Blackstrap Rd, Falmouth, ME 04105
