ALS Home Care in Pittsburgh
ALS is one of the most physically demanding diagnoses a family can face. The day-to-day care needs evolve quickly. Mary Angels Home Care provides experienced in-home support for Pittsburgh families living with ALS, working alongside the ALS clinic teams at UPMC and AHN.
PA-Licensed
24/7 Available
Vetted Caregivers
Free Assessment
LTC Insurance OK
Our caregivers help with the progression of needs: mobility and transfers, feeding and swallowing safety, communication-device support, equipment management, personal care delivered with dignity, and providing the steady presence that lets families focus on time together.
What ALS Care Includes at Home
✓Full-transfer techniques and mechanical lifts
✓Swallowing safety and feeding support
✓Communication-device support (eye-gaze, AAC)
✓BiPAP and respiratory equipment basics
✓Aspiration prevention positioning
✓Dignified personal care
✓Emotional support for patient and family
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
Are your caregivers experienced with ALS?
Yes – our caregivers are trained in ALS-specific care including full-transfer techniques, mechanical lift use, swallowing safety, and respiratory equipment basics.
Can you help with feeding tubes and aspiration prevention?
Yes – our caregivers help with feeding-tube hygiene, careful positioning, and recognizing early signs of respiratory complications.
Do you provide 24/7 ALS care?
Yes – many ALS families need 24/7 caregivers as the disease progresses.
How much does ALS home care cost?
Hourly rates typically run $25-$35 per hour. Long-term care insurance accepted.
Can you work alongside hospice when the time comes?
Yes – when families transition to hospice care, Mary Angels caregivers continue alongside the hospice team.
Do you help with communication-device setup?
Our caregivers can help with day-to-day use of eye-gaze and AAC communication devices.