The Ohio Department of Aging is expanding a program to provide all-in-one care to older Ohioans — outside of a nursing home.

Village Caregiving reports that in-home care for seniors with dementia fosters independence, safety, and companionship, benefiting both patients and caregivers.

Amid headlines of COVID-19 infiltrating nursing homes and large senior care facilities, it’s understandable that many Americans would prefer to avoid assisted living environments as they grow older.