Types of Home Health Care Services
This type of home health care—often called skilled care—is provided by a medical professional, such as a physician, registered nurse or physical therapist. Services they could provide include wound care and physical, occupational and speech therapy, says Yount. Other potential services include patient and caregiver education, injections and nutrition therapy. The nurse then prepares a detailed personalized care plan, says Shelly Sun, the company’s CEO and founder. She stresses that anyone signing up for high-quality home health care should expect a similar process. Often, the best way to find a home health care agency is to ask people who have used similar services for their recommendations, says Yount. “Asking friends and family about their experience is a really great way to get referrals for quality services.” She also recommends talking to a trusted advisor, such as your doctor. For example, the cost of an occupational therapist’s services differ from those of a registered nurs...