In-Home Healthcare Support for Seniors

In-Home Healthcare Support Checklist

Find In-Home Care Services

• In-home care services provide medical, personal, and companionship care for seniors who wish to remain at home while receiving necessary assistance.
• Locate Medicare-certified home health agencies that provide nursing, therapy, and personal care services.
• Research private-pay providers and compare costs for personal care, companionship, and skilled nursing.
• Develop a care plan with a home health professional outlining medical, daily living, and mobility needs.
• Determine if your loved one qualifies for Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS).
• Hire a licensed caregiver or work with a reputable agency.
• Check with local nonprofits offering volunteer-based support services.
• Apply for veteran-directed home care programs if eligible.
• Consider telehealth services for virtual visits, medication management, and remote monitoring.

Access Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)

• HCBS programs provide care at home including personal care, medical assistance, meals, and social support.
• Check your state’s Medicaid HCBS waiver programs for eligibility.
• Contact your Area Agency on Aging (AAA) to find local programs.
• Schedule a social worker assessment to determine care eligibility.
• Look into respite care services for caregiver relief.
• Apply for adult day care services for socialization, therapy, and supervision.
• Enroll in a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program if eligible.
• Seek assistance for home modifications like ramps, grab bars, or stair lifts.
• Find community health programs offering low-cost wellness checks and disease management education.

Manage Medications & Health Needs at Home

• Use automatic medication dispensers or digital reminders.
• Monitor health with at-home devices like blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
• Arrange home-delivered prescriptions through participating pharmacies.
• Schedule regular in-home visits with nurses or medical providers.
• Consider medical alert devices with fall detection and emergency response features.
• Train caregivers to recognize medication side effects or complications.
• Explore palliative care or hospice for advanced health needs or end-of-life care.

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