Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Guide: Understanding Senior Care Options
Families exploring senior care often have questions about the differences between home health services, skilled nursing care, and long-term care planning. This page answers common questions to help families better understand their options.
Key Takeaways
• Home Health Care – Medical care provided in a person’s home by licensed professionals such as nurses or therapists.
• Skilled Nursing Care – 24-hour care and medical supervision in a healthcare facility for individuals who need ongoing monitoring or rehabilitation.
• Qualification for Care – Eligibility often depends on physician oversight and medical necessity.
• Paying for Care – Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance may help cover certain services depending on eligibility.
What type of services can Home Care Concierge provide?
Home Care Concierge is the expert in home care. We can provide assistance in the home for a variety of ages, including adults and pediatrics, but we do specialize in the needs of senior adults that require companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation and assistance with bathing and dressing. Our staff is trained in dementia care and in providing assistance with conditions such as Parkinsons Disease, Alzheimers and other neurological conditions common in the elderly. Our staff can help provide a safe and comforting home environment for your loved one.
What does the term private duty services mean?
Private duty services is care provided in the home that is paid privately by individuals or some long-term care insurance policies.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
Home health care provides medical care delivered by a team of professionals that includes nurses, physical and occupational therapists, speech therapists and home health aides. Care is provided under the care of a physician and is covered by Medicare or other insurances. Non-medical home care provides help to persons in their home with tasks such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to appointments or social outings, and assistance with bathing and dressing.
I am ready to get home care services for my loved one. Where do I start?
We are ready to help. Contact us at 614-793-8845 or complete this form and we will contact you. We will provide a complimentary in-home assessment and develop a plan for in-home care tailored to your individual needs.
What hours do you provide care. Do you provide 24/7 care?
Yes, we provide care hours based on your needs. Whether that is one hour per day or 24/7.
What services are included in home health care?
Home Health care includes services such as nursing, physical and occupational therapy, and speech therapy
What is the difference between skilled nursing and assisted living?
Skilled nursing care is medical care and/or rehabilitation services provided 24 hours a day 7 days a week for someone dealing with acute or chronic conditions. Assisted living provides assistance in a residential setting with activities of daily living like bathing and medication management. Assisted living is usually provided over a long term period of time while skilled nursing maybe needed for a shorter period of time.
How do families decide when skilled nursing care is needed?
When a family member needs assistance with activities of daily living and medical care on a daily basis skilled nursing care should be considered