The homemaker-home health aide's daily routine may vary. Aides may go to the same home every day for months or even years. More commonly, however, aides work with a number of different clients, each job lasting a few hours, days, or weeks. Aides often go to four or five clients on the same day. Surroundings differ from case to case.
Some homes are neat and pleasant, while others are untidy or depressing.
Homemaker-home health aides generally work on their own with periodic visits by their supervisor. They have detailed instructions explaining when to visit clients and what services to perform. Many aides work part time, and weekend hours are common. Most aides generally travel by public transportation, but some need an automobile. In any event, they are responsible for getting to the client's home.