Provides specialized health care and supportive services for people facing serious, progressive illness. Samaritan's team includes nurses, certified home health aides and social workers, as well as grief and spiritual counselors. They provide patient care and supportive family services in the comfort of home or in selected long-term care settings. The patient's own physician directs the plan of care, outlining the services of Samaritan's staff and may include medications, medical equipment and supplies. Samaritan's services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, HMOs and other commercial insurance plans.
Transitions offers reassurance and support for people facing life-threatening illness.
The program starts with a home visit by the Transitions Coordinator, who meets with the individual and family. Their needs are assessed to help them connect with the appropriate resources that can help make everyday life a little easier.