Home Care Vs. Home Health Care: What You Need To Know
Home Care and Home Health Care are distinct services within the senior care industry. Home Care offers non-medical assistance such as help with daily living activities and companionship, aiming to support seniors aging in place. Conversely, Home Health Care provides professional medical treatments at home, including IV therapy and post-operative care. Both play critical roles in maintaining seniors’ health and are essential in different scenarios, but insurance often only covers Home Health Care. Educating referral sources on these differences can result in better referrals and partnerships between the two services for a comprehensive care strategy. …