– Convenience and comfort in your own home
– Personalized, one-on-one care
– Relative need not be present near patient throughout the day
– Faster recovery and rehabilitation
– Reduced risk of hospital readmission
– Reduced rate of infection
– Patient is at home, with family

Yes, Infact patients with chronic conditions can easily be taken care of at home economically for long-term, as compared to hospitals. Examples- Neuro-care, COPD, Onco-care etc. patients

This is actually not an ICU but a similar setup done for patients requiring the necessary help at home, which may include –

– Medical Equipment like Oxygen cylinders, beds, cardiac monitors etc.
– Nursing staff and Caregiver staff
– Doctor visits
– Physiotherapist visits

The patient/relative should make sure of the following before accepting the equipment(s) –

1. Check with your doctor for equipment specifications
2. Make sure the Homecare provider has a 24-hr replacement policy (in case of malfunction)
3. Check with your providers if there is an AMC contract for the important equipment(s)
4. Equipment should be clean, well-sanitized and well maintained
5. The Homecare provider is usually responsible for equipment pickup & drop (unless change is sought from patient’s side except malfunction)

– 24 hours (the staff stays with the patient at home)
– 12 hours + 12 hours (here the staff works in day/night shifts)

Preference between 24 vs 12:12 depends on –
– Level of consciousness of the patient
– Level of criticality of the patient
– Is the patient completely bed-ridden
– Availability of space and other infra factors

Yes, home health aides can assist with daily living activities such as:

– Bathing and grooming
– Dressing and undressing
– Mobility support for Toileting
– Transferring and ambulation
– Meal feeding

Yes, many insurance companies have now started providing homecare assistance. This cannot be availed unless it has been approved by the insurance company before-hand, for which your insurance agent shall be able to help you.