Luckily, a neighbor who had just purchased a conversion van volunteered to drive him. We got him to his wife's viewing at the funeral home, and George did very well. An hour later, we had him back in bed. It's a wonderful feeling to have given him his miracle. Yes, Ruth Ann went above and beyond the job description for a home health nurse, but her devotion and commitment to quality patient care are typical of our overall mission.
Most people prefer to stay in their own homes.
Home health providers make that possible, and they bring a high level of compassion, commitment and respect as they care for individuals and their families. Home care offers a compassionate and effective alternative for most people, which prevents or shortens hospital stays due to illness, injury or surgery. Further, home care services can offer a community-based alternative that prevents, delays or even eliminates the need for nursing home care. A person admitted to home healthcare programs must meet certain criteria and be in need of skilled services. An individualized plan of care is formulated for a patient by his or her physician, in collaboration with the home care team of nurses, home health aides, therapists and social workers.