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Most of these resources provide non-medical assistance to help the elderly stay in their homes longer. They are usually paid services which can help with personal and home care issues.
Home Care Resources
When selecting a home care agency, you should always verify:
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Are they a licensed home care agency?
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Are they accredited by the Joint Commission, CHAPS, or the state?
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Do they have a nurse on call 24/7?
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What languages are spoken at the agency?
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What is the coverage area?
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How quickly can they start care? They have to start care within 24-48 hours.
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Can they provide additional private pay services if needed?
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Are there any hidden charges?
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What will be covered by insurance, and what services will be private pay?
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Are they contracted with the Veterans Administration (VA)?
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What other managed care contracts do they have?
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Does the provider have appropriate insurances to protect against theft or malpractice and are they bonded?
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Does the provider offer flexible hours and are there any minimum hours per shift?
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Does the provider offer a free home assessment and a medical evaluation, and are there regular consultation follow-up and service evaluation meetings?
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Is the caregiver permitted to give hands-on care if the client’s health declines?
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Are the employees independent contractors or W-2 employees of the agency?