Home Health Care
Skilled medical services provided in the home by nurses, occupational, speech, or physical therapists.
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Does Medicare Pay for Home Health Care?
Home health care services and skilled therapy are covered by Medicare, but patients must meet 4 specific criteria in order to be eligible.
6 CommentsThe Difference Between Home Health Care and Non-Medical Home Care Services
"Home care" and "home health care" are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are very different in what they offer. Learn what services each provides to determine which is the best fit for your needs.
2 CommentsShort- and Long-Term In-Home Care
Whether Dad needs help around the house for a few weeks after he’s discharged from the hospital or Mom requires around-the-clock dementia care, in-home care can meet both short- and long-term needs.
7 CommentsWhat’s the Difference Between Skilled Nursing Care and a Nursing Home?
The terms skilled nursing facility (SNF) and nursing home are used interchangeably to describe residential long-term care settings for seniors. Skilled nursing care, as a service, can be provided in other settings, including private homes.
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Home Health Care Questions
I'm a HHA caregiver wanting to work in human services to help the elderly and veterans receive benefits. How can I do this?
3 AnswersGardenArtist Answered Feb 19, 2020I'm a health care worker thinking of moving to another county. Can I transfer my provider number to where I'm moving to?
4 AnswersIs it illegal or unethical for a home healthcare nurse to become POA for my aunt is she wasnt able to make that decision herself.
4 AnswersWhat is the pay scale for a live-in caretaker, those with skills and without?
3 Answersrocketjcat Answered Feb 15, 2020
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Article: On the Job, 24 Hours a Day, 27 Days a Month
2 CommentsAny of you read the tale of Marjorie and Bob in NYT? Read the comments too.This article lays bare what so many go through, paid or not.
5 CommentsAnother great day! New CNA came.
4 CommentsDoes anyone know of anyone that is looking for a room in exchange for elderly care? My dad is 79 years old, has lost 17 pounds in a month.
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- Violent Behavior
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