Non-medical Home Care, Companion Care, Personal Care Worker: What is it and How Do I Get It?

Homecare. It's a catchall phrase. The care manager or discharge planner at the hospital may tell you that you need homecare. Your doctor may ask you if you have thought about homecare? What is often confusing and rarely explained is that there are two types of homecare. Skilled homecare, is cover by your health insurance plan; Medicare or private insurance. Non-skilled homecare is frequently referred to as non-medical homecare or custodial care. In this interview we will describe what is non-skilled homecare. What services are covered, and what are the payment options. If you are a caregiver who is overwhelmed with taking care if a loved one or if you are a busy professional who now finds themselves caring for a loved one as well as working, this discussion is for you. Come, explore some options. Show is hosted by www.hearts and homes for Seniors.com. Your guide to finding assisted living or Alzheimer's/dementia care.