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The mission of CareCo Medical Home Health is to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and customized in-home medical care designed to help individuals remain in their homes, safe and strong.

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One of the essential qualities of the clinician is interest in humanity, for the secret of the care of the patient is in caring for the patient.

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Home Health Services

CareCo Medical Home Health offers a wide range of home-based medical services designed to help you remain in the comfort of your own home.

Compassionate Care

When home health care is necessary, kindness and compassion are key to recovery.

Comprehensive Services

No condition is an isolated issue. We monitor and care for whole body and mind health.

Customized Approach

Your condition is unique, so we provide you the unique resources you need to improve your life.

Experienced Staff

Home health care requires the steady experienced hands our Registered Nurses possess.

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Skilled Nursing

Skilled Nursing is a generalized title that refers to medical care being delivered by licensed nurses. At CareCo Medical Home Health skilled nursing services are provided by registered nurses (RN) and/or licensed practical nurses (LPN). LPN’S work closely under the supervision of an RN. Skilled nursing provides many medical services based on what is deemed medically necessary by your primary care doctor.
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Rehabilitative Therapies

Rehabilitative therapies are an essential part of recovering from an acute illness or injury. At CareCo Medical Home Health we have physical therapists (PT) and occupational therapists (OT), based on what your rehabilitative needs are provided by your doctor we will assign the perfect therapist to you. At CareCo our goals are patient centered meaning our therapy plans are designed to integrate your diagnosis and medical needs along with your personal therapeutic goals. With CareCo Medical’s therapists by your side you can conquer the goals that are important to you.
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Home Health Aide

Home Health Aides at CareCo Medical Home Health are Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) who work under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). They can provide you with different services that can help your at home life be a little bit easier. Some tasks Home Health Aides can provide are bathing, assisting with transfers, etc. Home Health Aides do not run errands or house keeping but CareCo Medical can give you a referral to some personal care aide (PCA) agencies that would fit your individual needs.
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Our Patients and their loved ones are our biggest advocates.

Our passion for seniors and people with disabilities can be seen in our hundreds of reviews from clients.

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Peter Winarski
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"I would like to express my gratitude to CareCo Medical.  This is my second experience with them.  The first time we had SN and PT which were amazing and we recently had to have services again.  This time we had SN and HHA.  The office and field staff were on point.  I didn't have to call multiple times to see when nursing or the HHA was going to show up.  I read the other reviews and wanted to say that there are 2 CareCo's when I googled.  I would have to say that the other reviews have to be talking about the other CareCo. If we need services again, CareCo Medical will be our choice”

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Michele Messick
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"I highly recommend Careco Medical, they are professional, friendly, skilled and they go the extra mile with service. My father had RN, PT, OT and CNA homecare for transitioning out of a rehabilitation facility when he came home."

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Chonce Walker
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"This is one of the best companies that I have work for. I have been with this company for almost a year now. I have had the same 2 client since I started they have become like my family away from my family. The office staff is amazing and very understanding especially when it comes to my younger children. I have had emergency and they were able to get me covered immediately. I'm so thankful to be apart of such a great team”.

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Mary Mercado

"One of my best experiences is working with Care Co, the staff is always there for when the Clients need them!”

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JoAnn P.

"Nurses came to take care of my Mom's colostomy. Everyone was great but Jesse was a real standout!”

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Fredricka G.

"I have only nice things to say. The visiting nurses were very informative and easy to teach if you had a concern. Eric Parnes, the physical therapist was very thorough and went over and beyond to help and address any concerns. I highly recommend this company.”

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Peter  W.

"When I call the office, the phone is answered within 3 rings. The office and field staff are friendly and provide expectational nursing, therapy services for my mom.”

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Frequently asked questions

WHAT IS HOME HEALTH CARE?

Home Health Care provides skilled health care services wherever you call home. Our HomeHealth team works collaboratively with you, your family, and your doctor to help you recover from illness, surgery, or injury, regain your independence, and become as self-sufficient as possible.

WHAT IS THE GOAL OF HOME HEALTH CARE?

• Improve your outcome; 
• Regain your independence; 
• Become as self-sufficient as possible;
• Maintain or improve your current condition or level of function;
• Slow any decline in your health status.

WHAT HOME CARE SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE?

You’ll receive the services you need based on an individual plan of care developed by your doctor with our clinical team. Some of the home health care services we offer include:
• Skilled nursing care
• Home health aides
• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Speech therapy
• Medical social work
• Pain management
• Medication management
• Wound care
• Infusion therapy
• Diabetes monitoring
• Ostomy care
• Continence Nursing

WHO WOULD BENEFIT FROM HOME HEALTH SERVICES?

You or a loved one may benefit from home health care if you:
•  Have a chronic illness such as heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease or COPD
•  Are recovering from surgery, hospitalization or illness
• Need help to get out of the house
•  Frequently visit your doctor or the hospital
•  Need education to manage your condition effectively
• Are at risk of severe illness due to COVID-19 (age 65+ or any age with an underlying condition)

HOW DO I START SERVICES?

You may be eligible to receive home health care under the Medicare benefit if:
• Your doctor prescribes and orders home health care for you.
• You need either skilled nursing care or therapy (physical/occupational/speech therapy) onan intermittent basis.
• Your condition limits your ability to leave home, rendering you “homebound.”

MY DOCTOR IS ORDERING HOME HEALTH CARE FOR ME; CAN I REQUEST CARECO MEDICAL BY NAME?

Absolutely, and we’d be honored to care for you or your loved one. Federal law gives patients the freedom to choose their health care provider.

WHEN WILL MY HOME HEALTH VISITS START?

A nurse or therapist will contact you by phone to schedule the first visit. If you’re coming from a hospital or nursing facility, the initial visit will usually happen within 24 hours after you’re discharged to make the transition easier.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT DURING MY FIRST HOME HEALTH VISIT?

On the first visit, a nurse or therapist will conduct a thorough interview and professional assessment. Our assessment identifies areas where you may benefit from education and tools to manage your health.

We partner with your doctor, as well as family and caregivers to determine the best services for your needs. This team approach actively engages you and your caregivers in your health care and, if applicable, helps to make the transition from a hospital or nursing facility to your home much easier.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING VISITS?

The frequency and type of home health visits are based on your personal plan of care. Your doctor may change your plan of care as necessary, increasing or decreasing the number of visits or services provided, in order to provide you with the best home health care for your needs.

During each visit, home health care staff will:
• Ask about your pain and work to help you manage it
• Ask you about your health and symptoms
• Check your vital signs
• Coordinate your care and communicate with you, your provider and any other care provider
• Help with your medications and teach you and your family more about them
• Provide skilled nursing, therapy and home health aide services, as needed
• Teach you how to safely take care of yourself to remain in your home.

WHO PAYS?

Medicare pays 100% of the cost of home health care services for eligible patients. Your state’s Medicaid program or your private insurance may also cover home health care.

Home health care is usually less expensive and as effective as care in a hospital or skilled nursing facility. Medicare pays 100% of the cost of home health care services for eligible patients. Your state’s Medicaid program, the VA, private pay, private insurance pay or waiver programs may also cover qualified home health care. Our team will work with you to determine your eligibility and level of coverage.

DO I QUALIFY?

After we receive a referral, a skilled clinician will come to your home and determine, based on your insurance, whether you qualify. Some, but not all, insurance requires that you are homebound to receive home care services.

Homebound means your condition is such that:
• You’re normally unable to safely leave your home without help from others and the aid of assistive devices (such as crutches, canes, walkers or wheelchairs).
• Leaving home would require considerable and taxing effort. You can generally leave home as often as you need for medical treatment that cannot be provided in the home and still be considered homebound. 
• You’re also allowed brief absences from the home for some non-medical reasons, such as an occasional trip to the barber or beauty shop, to attend church, or for unique family events (like a graduation or wedding). Such trips must be infrequent and require a considerable and taxing effort.

WHERE CAN I GET HOME HEALTH CARE?

You can receive services wherever you call home.

WHAT QUALIFIES AS A “HOME” WHEN HOME HEALTH CARE IS BEING CONSIDERED?

Your residence is wherever you call home. This may be your house, an apartment, a relative’s home, a senior community, or some other type of residence. However, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and intermediate care facilities may not be considered a “home,” which would mean we cannot provide home health services in those settings.

HOW OFTEN WILL STAFF VISIT ME?

Based on your needs and insurance coverage, your doctor and home health clinician will determine how often your home health care staff will visit you.

HOW LONG WILL I RECEIVE HOME HEALTH CARE?

Your doctor will determine the number of visits you receive, how often the visits should occur and how long they should last, based on your needs and health status.

IS HOSPITALIZATION A REQUIREMENT TO RECEIVE HOME HEALTH CARE?

No.  Hospitalization is not a requirement to receive home health care. Many patients are referred by their doctor.

WHAT ISN’T COVERED?

• Home health care staff in the home 24 hours per day
• Cleaning or personal care if these are the only care you need
• Household services such as shopping, cleaning and laundry when they are not related to your care plan.

HOW DOES CARECO MEDICAL CHOOSE AND TRAIN ITS HOME HEALTH CARE STAFF?

We thoroughly screen and train our home health team members. Patient care staff have professional licenses and certifications that are applicable to their role. We also perform background checks and require several personal and professional references. Once hired, Careco Medical employees continue honing their skills through an extensive orientation process and ongoing training programs.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOME HEALTH CARE, HOSPICE CARE AND PERSONAL CARE?

Home health care provides skilled clinical treatment for an illness or injury, with the goal of helping you recover and regain your independence. Home health care can also help you manage a chronic condition like heart disease, COPD or diabetes. Additionally, home health care can sometimes include certain personal care services, like help bathing and dressing, as part of the plan of care ordered by your doctor.

Personal home care services include help with bathing, dressing, meal preparation or your normal activities of daily living to remain independent within your home. 

Hospice care provides compassionate, supportive care and comfort for those who are facing a terminal illness. It offers medical, social, psychological, bereavement and spiritual services that support a patient and their loved ones.

IS CARECO MEDICAL A MEDICARE CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AGENCY?

Yes. Our home health care center is Medicare-certified. This is a requirement for Medicare to cover the cost of home health services.

WHERE DOES CARECO MEDICAL PROVIDE HOME HEALTH CARE SERVICES?

CareCo Medial covers New London County and many towns in Windhman and Middlesex Counties.