Home care is a health care option offering a broad range of medical care and support services provided in the home. Services range from simple assistance in the activities of daily living to high-tech medical procedures.
Home care can be a cost-effective alternative to hospital and nursing home stays.
Home care services are provided through a variety of home care providers, whether independently owned or associated with hospitals, nursing homes, or public health departments. The Kansas Home Care Association offers an extensive directory of member agencies, indexed by agency name, counties served, contact person, and KHCA district. A complete listing is also available through the Kansas Dept. of Health and Environment. All agencies in Kansas are licensed and surveyed by the state, and many are certified by Medicare. Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses provide professional nursing care in the home, working under the direction of the patient's doctor.