Frequently Asked Questions
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Home Health FAQ's
How do you qualify for home health?
You must have a need for intermittent skilled nursing or therapy services, such as wound care, IV therapy, disease management, recent surgery or fall requiring therapy. You must also be homebound while receiving home health services.
How is home health paid for?
How often will a nurse visit?
What services are provided?
Are any supplies covered?
Will I see the same nurse every time?
What area does your agency cover?
Hospice FAQ's
What is hospice?
Hospice is frequently referred to as palliative or comfort care. When a client has a terminal diagnosis and chooses to not seek curative care, hospice is a difficult choice.
How is Hospice paid for?
How do I know if I or my loved one is ready for hospice?
What services are provided?
Does hospice provide 24 hour care?
Are my medications covered?
Can my loved one receive care in nursing home?