Question 1

1. Does Medicare cover Long-term care costs?

Accepted Answer

No, Medicare does not cover Long-term care costs. Medicare pays some part-time services for people who are homebound and need short-term skilled nursing care. Medicare does not cover ongoing personal care at home. But, Medicare may cover part of the first 100 days in a nursing home.

Question 2

2. My mother was hospitalized with a stroke. Can she get Long-Term Care (Personal Care Aide) service right away?

Accepted Answer

Yes, she can ask for a Long-Term Care screening while in the hospital. And if she is approved, she will be able to receive the services at home, following the discharge. (This applies to a person with eligibility in Medicaid) Call our office for more information.

Question 3

3. I have a PCA Certification from another company. Do I need to be recertified in order to work for CarePeople?

Accepted Answer

No. If you had a 40-hours of PCA Program training, you can work as a Care People PCA. Please call or visit our office and we will help you become a Care People employee.

Question 4

4. I am interested in elder care. How can I become a Personal Care Aide?

Accepted Answer

Anyone who is 18 years of age and older, completion of 40 hours PCA training with passing the final test and most importantly, if you have a passion for caring elders; you can work as a Personal Care Aide. Call our office to reserve a spot in the classroom.

Question 5

5. Can I continue to receive PCA services if I enroll for Home health skilled services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, each program has different goals of care. You can continue to have PCA services while you receive home health skilled services. Call our office for more information.

Question 6

6. I’m currently receiving home care services from another agency. Is it possible to transfer the care to CarePeople Home Health?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the client has a right to choose a healthcare provider for his/her own care. Please contact us to initiate the process.

Question 7

7. What is the difference between Home Health service and Personal Home Care service?

Accepted Answer

The difference between Home Health service and Personal Home Care service is the level of medical care services.

Home Health services require skilled services that would need a physician’s order. (Skilled services include Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Registered nurses)

Personal Home Care services include unskilled services. (Personal Home Care services include help around the house, bathing, some light meal preparation and etc.)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQ

1. Does Medicare cover Long-term care costs?

2. My mother was hospitalized with a stroke. Can she get Long-Term Care (Personal Care Aide) service right away?

3. I have a PCA Certification from another company. Do I need to be recertified in order to work for CarePeople?

4. I am interested in elder care. How can I become a Personal Care Aide?

5. Can I continue to receive PCA services if I enroll for Home health skilled services?

6. I’m currently receiving home care services from another agency. Is it possible to transfer the care to CarePeople Home Health?

7. What is the difference between Home Health service and Personal Home Care service?

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