HOME HEALTH CARE

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Home health skilled services are provided in the comfort of your home with the goal of helping patients regain independence, strength, and mobility while nursing the individual back to health and/or prior level of functioning.

Home health benefits people of all ages and acute or chronic medical conditions who are home-bound either temporary or permanent in need of intermittent skilled nursing care, skilled Physical, Occupational or Speech therapy, home health aides to assist with activities of daily living and Clinical social workers to assist with community resources and emotional support if needed. The goal is to restore and preserve functional ability and independence as much as possible.

What is Home-bound?

Patients may qualify for home-bound status when challenged with a life-limiting illness or temporary condition whether chronic or acute in nature, subsequently causing a setback in their ability to function independently. Often resulting in needing assistance with ambulation, making it unsafe to leave home unattended, causing a taxing effort to leave their home for skilled treatments, taking medications that alter consciousness by increasing the risk of falls and safety, having no one at home able to assist at the time, needing personal care and supervision, having cognitive  impairment, low vision, impaired motor skills, functional decline and other conditions caused by underlying chronic or acute illnesses. 

Why Choose Home Health?

• Enhances quality of life
• Promotes Independence while maintaining dignity and autonomy
• Promotes emotional wellbeing as you are surrounded by loved ones in the comfort of your home positively impacting mental and emotional lability leading to faster recovery
•  Reduces frequent hospitalizations, preventing complications and improving overall health outcomes.

Choosing Home Health is a decision that prioritizes the well-being and comfort of patients. With personalized care, emotional support and a focus on independence, home health offers a holistic approach to healthcare that enhances the overall quality of life for patients and their families. Consider these benefits carefully when making decisions about healthcare options for yourself or your loved ones.

  We specialize in the following skilled services:

• Medication Management
• Complex Wound Care- with or without wound vac
• Complex tube/parenteral feedings
• Diabetic Care
• Post-Surgical Care
• IV Infusion therapy including Cardiac drips
• Stroke Recovery
• Catheter Care- Foley or Urostomy
• Ostomy Care
• CHF/COPD Program
• Cardiac Rehabilitation 
• Transitional Care services after discharge from Hospital or Rehab facility
• And much more!

RN- Registered Nurses and LVN- Licensed Vocational Nurses provide a wide range of services including, wound care, IV infusions, medication reconciliation and management, catheter care, ostomy care, monitoring vital signs, education on new treatments, Diabetic care, Respiratory care, Parenteral feedings, monitoring and carrying out any treatment ordered by a physician or allowed practitioner.

Aides help patients with personal care including bathing, grooming and toileting on intermittent bases when there is no caregiver able to assist while the patient is receiving home health skilled services.

Home Healthcare professionals assist in managing chronic conditions such as Diabetes, heart disease, respiratory disorders and post-acute Transitional care ensuring proper communication between all disciplines involved, ensuring proper patient/family education and medication/treatment adherence. Monitoring treatment progression and changes as ordered by a physician or allowed practitioner.

What is Hospice?

Hospice care is a program that treats the person with mercy and kindness when the patient is facing a life-limiting disease. Hospice care focuses on the quality of life for individuals who are experiencing an advanced life-limiting illness. It is intended to support the patient in the last 6 months of life. Hospice care addresses the patient's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.

What is Hospice philosophy?

• Hospice care treats the person and symptoms of the disease, rather than treating the disease.
• Hospice care DOES NOT hasten or postpone death.
• Hospice accepts death as a final stage of life.
• The Hospice team takes care of every patient.
• The team consists of Medical Directors, skilled nurses, home health aides, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Chaplains, Licensed Social Workers, volunteers, and bereavement support.

How are these services covered and in what setting?

• Most health insurance, including Medicare, covers hospice services in any setting. Medical equipment and medications related to the end-stage diagnosis of the patient for which hospice care is provided are also covered.
• Hospice care services can be provided in the comfort of the patient's home, skilled nursing facilities, Assisted Living facilities, or hospitals.

Who cares for the Hospice patient? 

Hospice care also provides Respite Care for 5 days per benefit period with the goal of providing relief to the patient's caregivers.

It is with a heartfelt dedication that we introduce the Chesed Hospice Program to you. As the Kabbalistic interpretation of our name suggests, Chesed, meaning benevolence, mercy, and kindness, is at the core of our mission to serve our community during times of need.

Our team has undergone specialized training in the Jewish faith, ensuring that we can provide compassionate care while honoring and preserving our cherished traditions. We understand the importance of spiritual support during difficult times, and we are committed to being there for you and your family—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—when faced with a life-limiting illness.

In addition to our expertly trained clinical staff, we are privileged to have Rabbis available to offer guidance and support, ensuring that our care is comprehensive and tailored to the needs of our Jewish families in San Antonio and the surrounding areas.

Please know that you can rely on us to provide the utmost care and support during this challenging time. Our commitment to you is unwavering, and we stand ready to assist you with compassion and respect.

Am Yisrael Chai!

What is Palliative Care?

• Treatment that enhances comfort and improves the quality of an individual's life who is facing a serious illness but may not qualify for or be ready for hospice.
• It's appropriate for any age and/or stage of a serious illness along with the treatment that is meant to cure the illness.

How does the Palliative Care Team work?

• The Palliative Care team works together with doctors, patients, and family members to design a plan of care that caters to the needs of the patient.
• Care can be provided in any setting such as the comfort of your home, a hospital, or a residential facility.

Enhanced Communication

Palliative care teams facilitate open and honest communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring that everyone's concerns and preferences are respected.

Coordination of Care

Palliative care specialists collaborate with the patient's healthcare team, ensuring that treatments align with the patient's goals and values, and avoiding unnecessary interventions.

Improved Symptom Management

Palliative care specialists are skilled in managing symptoms such as pain, nausea, fatigue, and breathlessness, leading to a significant improvement in the patient's comfort and overall well-being.

Enhanced End-of-Life Care

For patients nearing the end of life, palliative care ensures a peaceful, dignified, and comfortable transition, providing support to both the patient and their loved ones during this challenging time.

What are some of the symptoms the Palliative Care Team can address?

• Pain
• Shortness of Breath
• Depression and Anxiety
• Digestive complications
• Loss of appetite
• Difficulty sleeping
• Functional Decline
• Other