Heart Failure Home Care in Pittsburgh
Living well with heart failure requires daily attention – weight monitoring, fluid restrictions, medication timing, low-sodium meals, and quick response to early warning signs of decompensation. Mary Angels Home Care provides experienced in-home cardiac support throughout Pittsburgh.
PA-Licensed
24/7 Available
Vetted Caregivers
Free Assessment
LTC Insurance OK
Our caregivers help with daily weight checks, low-sodium meal preparation, medication routines, recognizing early signs of fluid buildup, and coordinating with cardiologists at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, AHN Cardiovascular Institute, and other Pittsburgh cardiac providers.
What Heart Failure Care Includes at Home
✓Daily weight monitoring
✓Low-sodium meal preparation
✓Medication management (diuretics, ACE inhibitors, beta blockers)
✓Fluid-restriction adherence
✓Early decompensation recognition
✓Gentle activity encouragement
✓Fall risk awareness with BP medications
Why families across Pittsburgh trust Mary Angels
- Licensed by the PA Department of Human Services
- Vetted caregivers — background check, drug screen, references
- Flexible scheduling from a few hours per week to 24/7 live-in
- Same-day care available for hospital discharges
- Free in-home assessment with custom care plan & quote
- Long-term care insurance accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Do your caregivers track daily weight?
Yes – daily weight tracking is one of the most important things in heart failure care.
Can you prepare low-sodium meals?
Yes – meal preparation following a low-sodium diet is a core part of our cardiac home care.
What if you spot early heart failure decompensation?
Our caregivers are trained to recognize early warning signs and alert family and the cardiology team immediately.
How much does heart failure home care cost?
Hourly rates typically run $25-$35 per hour. Long-term care insurance accepted.
Can you help after a UPMC or AHN cardiac procedure?
Yes – same-day or 24-hour starts are routine after cardiac procedure discharge.
Do you offer 24/7 cardiac care?
Yes – for advanced heart failure or after a serious cardiac event, we provide 24/7 caregivers.