VA Home Health Aid Respite Services
VA Home Health Aid Respite Services
At Holistic Care Home Health Agency, Inc., we are proud to offer VA Home Health Aide (HHA) Services and VA Respite Care Services for our nation’s veterans. Our mission is to help veterans maintain their independence, health, and safety while providing much-needed relief for their families and caregivers. We offer compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of veterans, ensuring they receive the highest level of support at home.
VA Home Health Aide (HHA) Services
The VA Home Health Aide (HHA) Services program, also known as the Department of Veterans Affairs Homemaker Program, is designed to help veterans remain in their homes as long as possible by providing essential care and assistance with daily living activities. This program helps veterans avoid or delay the need for nursing home care by ensuring they receive the support they need in a familiar environment.
Key Features of VA Home Health Aide Services:
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Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Veterans receive help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other essential tasks.
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Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs): Support is also provided for tasks such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and managing finances.
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Flexible Scheduling: Veterans typically receive 6 hours of visits per week, spread over multiple days, with some qualifying for a maximum of 9 hours per week based on their needs.
This program is designed to provide up to 3 hours of care per visit, ensuring that veterans receive the help they need to maintain their hygiene, health, and overall well-being.
comprehensive assessment conducted by HHSC or DSHS case managers.
VA In-Home Respite Care Services
The VA In-Home Respite Care Services program is designed to provide temporary relief for family members or unpaid caregivers who are responsible for a veteran's care. This program allows caregivers to take a break while ensuring their loved ones are cared for in a safe and supportive environment.
Key Features of VA Respite Care:
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Caregiver Relief: The primary goal is to provide family caregivers with much-needed rest, knowing their loved one is receiving quality care.
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Scheduled Visits: Veterans receive one 4-hour visit every other week from a trained professional.
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Flexible Care Options: Caregivers can rely on respite services when they are occupied or unavailable to provide supervision.
These services are ideal for veterans who cannot be safely left alone and for caregivers who need a break from their responsibilities
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Caregiver Relief: The primary goal is to provide family caregivers with much-needed rest, knowing their loved one is receiving quality care.
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Scheduled Visits: Veterans receive one 4-hour visit every other week from a trained professional.
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Flexible Care Options: Caregivers can rely on respite services when they are occupied or unavailable to provide supervision.
These services are ideal for veterans who cannot be safely left alone and for caregivers who need a break from their responsibilities.
Get Started with VA Home Health Aide & Respite Care Services
If you or a loved one is a veteran in need of assistance with daily activities or respite care, Holistic Care Home Health Agency, Inc. is here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our VA Home Health Aide and Respite Care Services, and see how we can support you and your family.
Qualifying Criteria for VA Home Health Aide & Respite Services
Veterans must meet certain eligibility criteria to qualify for the VA Home Health Aide or VA Respite Care programs. Eligibility is based on the veteran’s level of dependence in completing daily tasks and their overall health status.
Homemaker Program Criteria:
Veterans must be dependent in at least 3 primary Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) or have significant cognitive impairment. Alternatively, they may qualify if they meet any of the following conditions:
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Currently using community hospice services
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Dependent in 2 primary ADLs with 2 or more qualifying factors
Primary ADLs Include:
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Bathing
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Dressing
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Toileting
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Transferring (e.g., from bed to chair)
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Managing continence
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Feeding
Instrumental ADLs (IADLs) Include:
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Using the phone
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Shopping for groceries and essentials
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Preparing meals
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Managing laundry
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Transportation to appointments
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Housekeeping
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Managing finances
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Medication reminders
Additional Qualifying Factors:
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Veterans may also qualify based on the following criteria:
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Recently discharged from a nursing home
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75 years or older
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Diagnosed with depression
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Lives alone
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3 or more hospitalizations in the past year
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12 or more emergency department visits in the past year