Families often ask us to explain the difference between a nurse registry and a home health agency. This is a particularly common question from clients who split their time between Florida and other states, as well as from out-of-state adult children seeking home care for their elderly parents. Three Models This is because in the […]
It’s easy for individuals or families exploring senior home health care to get lost in the jargon. In particular, understanding the difference between “skilled” home health services and “unskilled” or “private duty” home care can be confusing. Intuitively, it seems like everyone should want skilled services – you’d want a skilled chef at a restaurant, […]
We often hear from potential clients or their families that they are confused by terms they are introduced to during their elderly loved one’s home care journey. Industry insiders – physicians, geriatric care managers, home care agencies and nurse registries – are all guilty, to varying degrees, of using shorthand language that can make it […]
The journey of aging gracefully extends beyond the consultation rooms of primary physicians and specialists. Indeed, it often requires a harmonious orchestra of professionals to ensure older adults maintain their safety and independence at home. With foresight, this transition can also prepare for the possibility that they may need additional support in the future. In […]
Hospital readmissions are not only a significant burden on the healthcare system, but are a physical and emotional drain on the patient, often resulting in worse outcomes than had the need for the second visit been avoided altogether. Home health care services, including those provided by both Medicare agencies and private duty companies, can help […]
