Heart to Home

To start home care services like help with bathing, meals, or companionship, you can reach out directly to home care agencies. No doctor’s referral is required. Most home care is paid privately, by long-term care insurance, or through Medicaid waiver programs. It’s important to compare providers based on caregiver training, reliability, and responsiveness; our site helps you compare local options, message providers, and start the prequalification process. The typical next step is a free home assessment to create a personalized care plan.

To begin home health services like skilled nursing, physical therapy, hospice, or wound care at home, you’ll need a doctor’s referral if you want Medicare, Medicaid, or insurance to cover it. Once you have a referral, you can compare agencies based on quality ratings, nurse availability, and specialties. Our site makes it easy to find local agencies, message them directly, and get prequalified based on your specific health needs and insurance coverage. After that, expect a home health nurse to schedule an initial evaluation visit.

If you’re looking for independent living for seniors who are still active but want amenities like meals, housekeeping, or social activities, you can contact communities directly without a doctor’s involvement. Independent living is almost always private pay, so compare costs, amenities, location, and lifestyle fit carefully. Our site lets you browse options, message communities, and schedule tours easily to find the best match. The next step after prequalification is to arrange a community tour and discuss lease terms.