Resources
Explore the online platforms offering a range of home healthcare institutions catering to diverse needs, especially for individuals seeking aging care support.
The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging
The American Geriatrics Society
https://www.americangeriatrics.org
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Senior Veteran’s Service Alliance
https://www.veteransaidbenefit.org
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Benefits Administration
Administration for Children and Families
American Diabetes Association
American Health Care Association
Physical Therapy Association
American Public Health Association
International Council of Nurses
National Institutes of Health
Coverage Area
Harris
Fort Bend
Wharton
Liberty
Galveston
Montgomery
Waller
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Contact Us
Our Office Hours:
from 9.00am to 5.00pm
Monday thru Friday
Our Location
23315 Johnson Rd.
New Caney, TX 77357
Insurance Accepted
Accessing healthcare at home shouldn’t be a financial burden, and Skillful Touch Home Health has the solution – we accept various insurance plans including:
(Texas HHS and other Long Term Insurance)
- Molina Healthplan
- Superior Healthcare
- Humana
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- VA pay
- Triwest
- Community Health Choice
- Aetna
- Medicare
Schedule an Assessment
In pursuit of offering optimal care solutions for our clients, we strongly advise undergoing a home health care assessment with our team to determine the most suitable care plan.
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Resources
Explore the online platforms offering a range of home healthcare institutions catering to diverse needs, especially for individuals seeking aging care support.
The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging
The American Geriatrics Society
https://www.americangeriatrics.org
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Senior Veteran’s Service Alliance
https://www.veteransaidbenefit.org
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Benefits Administration
Administration for Children and Families
American Diabetes Association
American Health Care Association
Physical Therapy Association
American Public Health Association
International Council of Nurses
National Institutes of Health
Insurance Accepted
(Texas HHS and other Long Term Insurance)
Accessing healthcare at home shouldn’t be a financial burden, and Skillful Touch Home Health has the solution – we accept various insurance plans including:
- Molina Healthplan
- Superior Healthcare
- Humana
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- VA pay
- Triwest
- Community Health Choice
- Aetna
- Medicare
Get In Touch
We appreciate your interest in our professional home care services. Please complete the form below. It’s fast, easy and completely confidential.
We will get back to you as soon as possible.
What are your concerns? Please let us know.
FAQ’s
(Frequently Asked
Questions)
Here you will find some answers to your queries that might be helpful to your search for a better home care service for your loved one.
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We are located at 23315 Johnson Rd New Caney, TX 77357
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In the context of confinement to the home or homebound status, it’s important to note that one doesn’t necessarily need to be bedridden. However, individuals falling under this classification typically experience a persistent inability to leave their residence under normal circumstances. Leaving the home would necessitate a significant and strenuous effort due to their condition.
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Intermittent departures from the home for non-medical activities such as attending religious services, participating in state-licensed, state-certified, or state-accredited medical adult day care programs, occasional visits to the barber, short walks or drives, attending family gatherings, funerals, graduations, or other rare events do not automatically disqualify a patient from being considered homebound. However, these absences must occur infrequently and for short durations, and they should not suggest that the patient possesses the capability to receive necessary healthcare services outside of the home setting.
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The patient’s residence is defined as the place they consider their primary abode. This could include their own house, an apartment, a relative’s residence, a home for the elderly, or a similar institution. However, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), or intermediate care facilities (ICFs) do not qualify as the patient’s home.
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Examples of homebound patients include:
1. A patient who has recently suffered a stroke resulting in paralysis, necessitating the use of a wheelchair or assistance from crutches for mobility.
2. An individual who is blind or experiencing senility, requiring the aid of another person to leave their residence.
3. A patient who has lost function in their upper extremities, rendering them unable to perform tasks such as opening doors or using handrails, thus relying on assistance to leave home.
4. Someone who has recently undergone surgery and is experiencing weakness and pain as a result, with prescribed restrictions on activities such as limited time out of bed or restricted stair usage.
5. A patient with arteriosclerotic heart disease severe enough to require avoidance of stress and physical exertion.
6. An individual with a psychiatric condition that manifests in a reluctance to leave home or poses safety concerns if left unattended, even without physical limitations. -
A Medicare beneficiary typically pays nothing for covered home health services. However, if the patient requires medical equipment or supplies, they may need to pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount, and the Part B deductible may apply.
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Medicare covers home health services if the patient satisfies the following criteria:
1. Demonstrates a necessity for skilled care, such as Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Therapy.
2. Is homebound and confined to their residence.
3. Has a physician’s order outlining the plan of care.
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Home care agencies typically offer a range of services including personal care (assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming), homemaking tasks (meal preparation, light housekeeping), companionship, medication reminders, transportation to appointments, and sometimes skilled nursing care.
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Signs that indicate a need for home care services include difficulty with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, or meal preparation, frequent falls or safety concerns at home, memory issues or confusion, recent hospitalizations, or simply a desire for companionship and assistance.
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You can arrange for home care services by contacting a reputable home care agency in your area. They will typically schedule an assessment with a care coordinator to evaluate your loved one’s needs and develop a personalized care plan.
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When selecting a home care agency, it’s important to research their reputation, credentials, and reviews. Look for agencies that are licensed, bonded, and insured, with trained and background-checked caregivers. Additionally, consider agencies that offer personalized care plans and have a responsive and supportive staff.
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Many home care agencies allow clients to have input in the caregiver selection process. You can often provide preferences regarding caregiver personality, skills, language, and schedule, and the agency will strive to match you with a compatible caregiver.
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Most home care agencies offer 24/7 on-call support for emergencies and urgent needs. You can contact the agency’s on-call staff outside of regular business hours for assistance or guidance.
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Home care agencies typically reassess clients’ needs regularly and adjust their care plans accordingly. If your loved one’s needs change, you can discuss these changes with the care coordinator and request modifications to the care plan as needed.
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Our office hours are from 9:00 am. to 5:00 pm.
Monday to Friday.
An On-Call Assistance service operates 24/7.
For the patients and their families.