These are the workers who come to the home for bathing, toileting, and defined housework, all within the care plan. The plan defines their tasks tightly, so they handle the parent's needs, not the household's; cooking only for the parent, not the whole family. People abroad expect a flexible housekeeper-companion and feel shortchanged. Discuss the realistic task list with the care manager so the visits match what actually helps.
Related terms
- 訪問介護（houmon kaigo）— home-visit care
- ケアマネジャー（care manager / kea mane）— care manager
- デイサービス（day service）— day service
Getting help with this
See the full Japanese elder care glossary, or start with our long-term care insurance guide. If you would rather have someone handle the Japanese side, our care navigation service helps foreign families step by step, and you can contact us with your situation. Definitions are general orientation; rules vary by municipality (see our editorial policy).