Frequently Asked Questions

It’s important to start considering the option of home care when you notice any of the following signs:

• Difficulty with Daily Activities: If you or your loved one is struggling with everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, cooking, or cleaning.
• Health Decline: If there are chronic health conditions, frequent hospital visits, or recovery from a recent surgical procedure or illness.
• Memory Issues: Signs of memory loss or cognitive decline that make it difficult to manage daily routines safely.
• Caregiver Burnout: If a family member or friend who is providing care is feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unable to meet the growing care needs.
• Safety Concerns: If there are worries about safety at home, such as frequent falls, wandering, or the inability to properly manage medications.

Starting the conversation early allows you to explore options and make informed decisions that best support the needs and preferences of you or your loved one.

Home health care refers to a range of medical and non-medical services provided in a patient’s home rather than in a hospital or care facility. These services are typically intended for individuals who are recovering from illness or surgery, managing chronic health conditions, or who need assistance due to aging. Home health care is provided by licensed professionals that include nurses, physical therapists, and caregivers, depending on the needs of the patient.

Benefits of skilled home health care include:

• Safety, independence, and familiarity for patients within their own homes.
• Education and training can be provided for patients and their families.
• Home modification recommendations are provided to ensure maximum safety and independence.
• Patients avoid the risk of hospital-acquired infections, which can be a concern in institutional settings.
• Patients don’t need to travel to receive care, which is especially convenient for those who have mobility issues.
• Home health care can be less expensive than prolonged stays in hospitals or nursing homes.

Welcome to the new home of our complete suite of services that aim to help our patients live their best lives, independently and comfortably within their communities. Always Compassionate Health is a licensed home care service agency (LHCSA) that focuses on making the highest quality health care available in the comfort of home. From light help around the house to round-the-clock attention, we provide better, kinder care every step of the way.

We offer a wide portfolio of services for patients so that they may receive seamless care from one single source. These services include home health aides, home infusion, clinical, pediatric nursing and home-based physical therapy. Additionally, home infusion and pediatric care are available as unique service offerings.

We have the services needed to help either you or your loved one. From non-medical care to skilled in-home health care, our full range of services help caregivers look after their loved ones and help them get the care they need in the comfort of home.

The differences in types of care are based on complexity of the patient’s needs, provider qualifications, and coverage and costs. Ultimately, the best option depends on the type of in-home care that each specific patient requires.

Typically, there are two types of care that patients may have in their homes:

1. Non-medical or non-skilled in-home care includes personal care and companionship. This includes help with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and meal preparation.
2. Medical care is for more complex medical issues that require either skilled nursing or physical, occupational, or speech therapy or medical social services. These may include licensed nurses who help patients recover from surgery, injuries, or take care in managing chronic conditions.

• Pediatric Care
• Personal Care Aides/Companions/Home Health Aides
• Nursing Care at Home
• Private Duty Nursing
• Home Infusion
• At-Home Rehabilitation
• Post-Operative Care

Yes! We accept managed long-term care plans as well as private pay. We also accept Workers’ Compensation Insurance for our post-operative care offerings.

We employ registered (RN) and licensed practical nurses (LPN), home health aides, personal care aides, and companions. If necessary, physical, occupational, and speech language pathologists are also available.

Our home health care staff is thoroughly screened and vetted for all necessary certifications and licensures. Once hired, each home health care staff member is fully trained on our technology, systems, and protocols to ensure they are fully prepared to take care of you or your loved one.

We provide care for all ages, from pediatrics to geriatrics.

Once you decide to pursue home care, the following steps will begin the process:

• Comprehensive home evaluation
• Team assignment
• Care plan development
• 24/7 monitoring through our Patient Portal

Post-operative (a.k.a. short-term) care gives you and your loved one the comfort of being tended to in the comfort of home, which can be preferable and less stressful than recovering in a facility. Short-term home care refers to temporary, in-home assistance provided for a limited period. (The type of care and time duration would be determined by the health provider.) This type of care is often needed after surgery, injury, or hospital stay. It may also be necessary when recovering from an illness. The goal of short-term home care is to help regain independence and health through support in daily activities, physical and occupational therapy, skilled nursing, medication management, and other tasks during the recovery process.

Fill out our contact form or give us a call at 888-722-2072. Our care specialists are available 24/7 to answer your questions and help you get the right care for you or your loved one.