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explore our window of opportunities!
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What kind of services are available?
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Most home health agencies offer these basic services:
Home Health Nursing Services are initiated by a registered nurse who develops the plan of care with you, your doctor, and your family. Skilled nursing care can include physical exam assessment, wound care and dressing changes, catheter care, IV therapy, colostomy care, and patient and family teaching. The nurse coordinates your care at home and keeps the doctor informed of your progress.
Home Health Aid Services supplement the care provided by the registered nurse by helping with daily needs. Services include assistance with personal care: bathing shampooing, and changing linens. The aide also can help with meals, simple prescribed exercises and limited household tasks.
Physical Therapy Services are provided to relieve pain, prevent further disability and restore function for maximum independence through a home exercise program designed by a physical therapist.
Occupational Therapy Services teach you how to adapt daily routines and surroundings for more independent living. Occupational therapy includes instruction in self-care and homemaking tasks.
Speech Therapy Services help with problems with pronunciation, swallowing or hearing and can help with the development of language skills.
Medical Social Services help with personal, family, and financial problems that may develop as a result of your illness or disability.
Medical Supplies such as dressings, tape, and catheters are available from the home health agency. Incontinent supplies--diapers and chux--also can be obtained.
Equipment such as a wheelchair, walker or hospital bed, if needed, can be obtained with
assistance from the home health agency.
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154 Patchen Dr., Suite 90
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Lexington, Kentucky 40517-4415
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Phone: 859-268-2574
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Fax: 859-898-2175
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