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Different Levels Of Home Care

Arranging for services at home over the long-term can be a confusing process.  It can feel overwhelming at times. 

Companion / Housekeeper  type of service

  • For those needing supervision, help around the home, transportation, companionship or a friendly visitor at home or in a facility

Personal Care Aide / PCA services

  • Provided by a licensed home heath care agency for those needed “hands on care” with dressing, bathing, etc.

  • Also can include types of services provided by companions/housekeepers

Home Health Care Aide / HHA services

  • Provided by a licensed home heath care agency

  • Used when there are Medicare covered services for those needed “hands on care” with dressing, bathing, etc.

  • Also can includes type of services provided by companions/housekeepers

Nursing / LPN or RN services

  • Provided by a licensed home heath care agency

  • Includes services like checking vital signs, medication set-up/pre-pour)

Below are 2 types of Medicaid programs commonly used by elderly client who meet the eligibility criteria. (Eligibility is financially and functionally based.)

 

CASA Medicaid / Long-Term Home Care Program / Nursing Home Without Walls Program provides coverage for ...

  • Medical expenses (doctor, hospital, prescriptions, etc.)

  • Must use one of the waivered services (LifeLine, Adult Day Care, Meals-On-Wheels)

  • Some aide services

General/Community Medicaid provides coverage for ...

  • Medical expenses (doctor, hospital, prescriptions, etc.)

  • Some aide services

We can assist you in navigating through the maze of options available.  Understanding the differences between the various types of home care can be confusing.  Evaluating and selecting the right choice can be difficult.  We can help.