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Short, plain answers to common questions about home health care. Each guide starts with the answer.
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What to expect from home health care
How care starts, who comes, the first visit, and when care ends.
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Home health vs. home care: what’s the difference?
Home health is medical care from nurses and therapists that your doctor orders. Home care is help with daily tasks, like bathing, meals, and housework.
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What “homebound” means for Medicare home health
For Medicare home health, “homebound” means leaving home takes a lot of effort, so you usually stay home. You can still leave for medical care, religious services, and short trips.
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Questions to ask before you choose a home health agency
Before you choose a home health agency, ask if they serve your address and take your insurance. Also ask if they can staff every service your doctor ordered, and how they will reach you between visits.
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Leaving the hospital: a home health checklist
Before you leave the hospital, ask if you need home health and tell the discharge planner which agency you want. Get your discharge papers, medicine list, and follow-up appointments in writing.
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Caring for a loved one after a stroke: the first weeks at home
In the first weeks after a stroke, help your loved one practice what the therapists teach. Keep the home safe and watch for warning signs. Take care of yourself too.
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More answers are on our FAQ page. Questions? Call us at 214-440-1394 (Texas) or 303-597-0505 (Colorado).