At home, children with medical needs can receive the love and affection they need and meet their highest-possible functioning level. Home care offers benefits to children and parents. Care received in the home environment fosters growth and development through love and nurturing. Families take a larger role in assisting the child, and education is provided for the whole caregiving team. Relationships develop between providers and families.
Home care is a lower-cost alternative to extended hospital stays.
Some children are diagnosed with complex medical problems such as cystic fibrosis or muscular dystrophy. Others may face difficulties from premature birth or permanent injuries. No matter what the diagnosis, the goal of Carilion Home Care Services is to provide care in a nurturing, stimulating environment and help families maintain normal lifestyles. Return to Top Skilled Nursing Carilion Home Care Services provides care for children from birth to 21 years. Education for children and parents about medications, treatments and home exercise programs.