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Home Health Services: Keeping You Proud and Independent

You can rely on us

If you need at-home medical assistance to help you recover from an injury, illness, or surgery, you can rely on Lake Hospital System Home Health Services. This is true even if you haven’t spent any time in the hospital.

Perhaps you’re a new mom unsure of how to take care of your baby. Maybe you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes and are confused about your new routine. You might have suffered an injury and need help changing your dressing. Or you could be recovering from a stroke, feeling overwhelmed by its impact.

Whether you need short-term or on-going care, I.V. therapy or help with your daily bath, you can count on the professional health care team at Lake Hospital System Home Health Services. We realize you value your independence. So, we won’t do anything for you that you can do yourself. Instead, we’ll evaluate your condition, teach you the best way to care for yourself, and practice with you until you are comfortable providing your own care.

We use a team approach, and we treat you as an important member of the team, so we’l l ask for your input. Depending on your needs, members of the team might include nurses, home care aides, therapists, and social workers. The team always includes your physician.

Getting started

When your doctor recommends home health care, ask for a referral to Lake Hospital System Home Health Services. After your doctor refers you to us, one of our registered nurses will call you to set up an appointment for an evaluation. Together, we’ll develop a plan of care that meets your needs. While we’re caring for you, we’ll work closely with your doctor and keep him or her informed about your progress.

A variety of insurance plans cover home health care, including Lake Hospital System Home Health Services. Whether you have private insurance, Medicare/Medicaid, or are self-pay, we provide care based on your doctor’s direction. We’ll act as your advocate to help you sort through any insurance confusion.

For more information about Lake Hospital System Home Health Services, call 440-639-0900, 440-953-6084, or 440-428-7789, ext. 2350.