What types of services do home care providers offer?
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Home health care providers offer patients virtually all of the benefits they would receive in a hospital setting. Although these services are more often than not required to be prescribed by the patient’s doctor, there are some (supportive services like in-home counseling) that can be obtained without a prescription.
- Physician house calls for treatment and diagnoses
- Care from Registered Nurses and LPNs (licensed practical nurses)
- Counseling
- Speech therapy
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Companion and sitter services
- Household chores
If you’re in need of home health care, contact a provider in your area for more information on the services they offer.
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