Nurse On Duty - Home Care Services in Calgary
Nurse On Duty is a Calgary-based home care provider offering dementia care, palliative care, respite care, and senior companionship with 24/7 availability. They provide personalized, in-home care including medication management, wound care, and foot care, with emphasis on caregiv
- Emphasis on dementia care
- 24/7 availability
- Caregiver matching
- Medication management
- 14 client reviews (5.0★ average)
Strong fit for dementia care.
Nurse On Duty is a Calgary-based home care provider offering dementia care, palliative care, respite care, and senior companionship with 24/7 availability. They provide personalized, in-home care including medication management, wound care, and foot care, with emphasis on caregiver matching and working with AHS billing.
Ask about caregiver matching process — families consistently praised being paired with the right fit
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What they're known for.
✓ Mentions accepting CDHCI (Client-Directed Home Care Invoicing / self-managed AHS funding). Confirm current details directly with the provider.
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Who this may be right for.
Good fit for
- Seniors with dementia or Parkinson's needing in-home support
- Long-term in-home care including 24/7 arrangements
- Dementia care, Parkinson's, limited mobility, complex multi-condition needs
- Spousal caregiver relief — enabling the caregiver spouse to maintain their own routines
Ask first if
- Resistant seniors often warm up over time; one reviewer noted their father resisted for months before embracing the care
- In-home care escalation, spouse caregiving burnout, post-diagnosis support
A calmer first step.
Brief phone conversation
Share what is happening, who needs care, and whether the need is urgent or exploratory.
Care needs and schedule review
Discuss mobility, memory, safety, meals, personal care, household help, and preferred visit times.
Caregiver matching
The team looks for fit based on care level, personality, language preferences, and comfort.
Start small, adjust as needed
Many families begin with shorter visits, then adjust the plan as the senior becomes comfortable.
Serving Calgary families.
Calgary, AB
In their own words.
“Rodalyn provided amazing care for my mother-in-law. She was knowledgeable and extremely kind providing great care. Can’t imagine anyone providing better care. Will definitely be using her service again!”
“Am grateful I found this Home Care for my Aunt. Staffs are great, compassionate,coming on time.”
“Nurse On Duty has been excellent with the care my mother has received. My mom has been so happy.”
Excerpts from public Google reviews. See all reviews on the provider's Google listing.
Compare with similar Calgary providers.
| Provider | Reviews | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse On Duty - Home Care Services in Calgary · this provider | 14 | 5.0 | Dementia Care |
| Home Instead | 273 | 4.8 | Dementia Care |
| YYC Home Care Services | 108 | 5.0 | Companion Care |
| Ohana Care | 90 | 4.7 | Dementia Care |
| Royal Home Caregivers - Calgary | 88 | 5.0 | Companion Care |
| In-Need Home Care | 87 | 4.9 | Dementia Care |
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Does Nurse on Duty provide 24/7 home care coverage? +
Yes, multiple reviewers confirm that Nurse on Duty has provided round-the-clock care without staffing gaps, including on short notice when extra support was needed.
How does Nurse on Duty match caregivers to clients? +
The owner, Rodelyn RN, conducts an initial in-home assessment to understand the client's medical needs, personality, and preferences before selecting a caregiver. Reviewers consistently noted that this matching process resulted in strong, lasting relationships between caregivers and clients.
Can Nurse on Duty support someone living with dementia or Parkinson's? +
Several reviewers specifically mention using the service for loved ones with dementia and Parkinson's disease, reporting positive outcomes including patience, compassionate handling of difficult behaviours, and engagement activities like exercise and walks.
Is Nurse on Duty flexible with scheduling and hours? +
Multiple reviewers highlight flexible hours and the ability to adjust schedules or add coverage on short notice as a consistent strength of the service.
Can a couple use Nurse on Duty if one spouse is the caregiver? +
Yes, at least one reviewer describes how Nurse on Duty supports both the care recipient and the spousal caregiver by taking on daily tasks, allowing the caregiver to attend appointments, exercise, and maintain their own life.
Does Nurse on Duty work with Alberta Health Services (AHS) for billing? +
At least one reviewer specifically mentions that Nurse on Duty is experienced in working with AHS to ensure correct billing, which families found helpful.
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