Navigating Home Health Care can be Both Confusing and Overwhelming.
Here are some questions that might assist you as you navigate where to start:
What is home health care?
Home health care provides skilled medical services in a patient’s home under the direction of a physician. Services may include skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medical social services.
Does Medicare cover home health care?
Medicare may cover home health services when a physician orders care and eligibility requirements are met. Covered services may include skilled nursing, therapy services, and certain home health aide services related to a skilled plan of care.
Do I need a doctor’s order for home health services?
Yes. Medicare-certified home health services require a physician’s order and documentation that home health care is medically necessary. Even if Medicare doesn’t cover the services, a doctor’s order is required for clinical services. Our team works with local physicians and can assist in getting appropriate orders, if needed.
How do I know if my loved one needs home health care?
Signs may include a recent hospitalization, difficulty managing medications, frequent falls, declining mobility, worsening chronic conditions, or trouble completing daily activities safely.
What does a home health nurse do?
A skilled nurse may provide medication management, wound care, disease education, injections, IV therapy, monitoring of chronic conditions, and communication with physicians.
Can I choose my home health agency?
Yes. Patients have the right to choose their preferred home health care provider- we hope you will choose us!
What is the difference between physical therapy and occupational therapy?
Physical therapy focuses on strength, balance, walking, mobility, and fall prevention. Occupational therapy helps patients safely complete daily activities such as bathing, dressing, cooking, and household tasks.
Can home health help prevent hospital readmissions?
Yes. Home health clinicians monitor patients closely, provide education, help manage medications, and identify concerns early to help reduce the risk of returning to the hospital.
Can seniors safely age in place?
Many seniors can remain safely at home with the right care plan, support system, and home safety recommendations. Home health care can help support independence and safety.
What makes Seaside Home Health Care different?
Seaside Home Health Care provides compassionate, personalized care focused on helping patients remain safe, independent, and comfortable at home while maintaining communication with families and physicians. Our team has so much experience working with the senior community: On average. over 20 years! We provide a personal touch and truly care about our patients, their families, and our clinicians.
Does Seaside Home Health Care provide services for Veterans?
Yes. Seaside Home Health Care is proud to support veterans and their families with home health services that may be available through VA benefits. Our team can help guide veterans and caregivers through the process and answer questions about available care options.
What VA home health services may be available?
Depending on eligibility and authorization, veterans may receive services such as skilled nursing, therapy services, home health aide support, medication education, chronic disease management, and help recovering safely at home.
How does a Veteran get started with home health services?
Veterans typically begin by speaking with their VA provider or care team. Once services are authorized, Seaside can help coordinate care and begin the admission process.
Can Veterans choose Seaside Home Health Care?
Veterans may be able to request their preferred home health provider when services are authorized. Families can ask their VA care team about choosing Seaside Home Health Care.
What is Concierge Care Management?
Concierge Care Management is personalized support for seniors and families who need help navigating care decisions, appointments, healthcare communication, resources, and daily challenges. It is designed to provide peace of mind and ongoing guidance.
How can a Care Manager help my family?
A Care Manager can help coordinate appointments, communicate with providers, attend medical visits, assist with care planning, identify safety concerns, connect families with resources, and provide support during transitions such as hospitalization or recovery.
Who benefits from Concierge Care Management?
Concierge Care Management can be especially helpful for adult children caring for aging parents, seniors living alone, families managing complex medical needs, seasonal residents, and anyone who wants extra guidance and advocacy.
Is Concierge Care Management the same as home health care?
No. Home health care is typically physician-ordered skilled medical care provided in the home. Concierge Care Management focuses on coordination, advocacy, planning, communication, and support for seniors and families.
What is the difference between home care and home health care?
Home health care is skilled medical care ordered by a physician and may include nursing, therapy, and other clinical services. Home care usually refers to non-medical support such as companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation, and help with personal care- generally not covered by Medicare
Is non-medical home care covered by Medicare?
Medicare generally does not cover long-term non-medical home care or companion care. Families who need ongoing personal care or private-duty support may need to explore private pay, long-term care insurance, VA benefits, or other community resources.
Which type of care does my loved one need?
The right type of care depends on your loved one’s needs. If they need skilled nursing, therapy, wound care, medication management, or recovery support after an illness or hospitalization, home health care may be appropriate. If they need help with daily routines, companionship, errands, or personal care, non-medical home care may be a better fit.
