Post-Hospitalization
Recently discharged from a hospital or skilled nursing facility and in need of continued clinical care at home.
Home Health Care Services provides seniors and individuals with complex health needs the support they need to live safely and comfortably at home.
Recovering at home is safer and more comfortable and Cottage Home Care makes it possible with skilled, medical-level support. Our services are ordered by a Registered Nurse and delivered by trained PCAs and HHAs, helping you regain strength after surgery, illness, or injury while reducing the risk of hospital readmission
Unlike basic care, we provide clinical services like wound care, IV therapy, rehabilitation support, and chronic condition management for issues like COPD and diabetes—so you can heal with confidence at home.
For qualifying patients, these services are covered 100% under the Medicare Home Health Benefit, with no deductible or copay so you can focus on recovery, not cost.
All services are performed by licensed, credentialed professionals and coordinated with your physician's care plan.
Safe, assisted bathing, showering, or bed baths — preserving privacy and promoting skin health and hygiene.
Help selecting appropriate clothing, getting dressed, hair brushing, nail care, and maintaining overall personal presentation and comfort.
Assistance with brushing teeth, denture care, and maintaining proper oral health to prevent complications and infections effectively.
Respectful, discreet assistance with bathroom needs and incontinence care — maintaining comfort and dignity.
Safe assistance with moving between bed, wheelchair, and other positions — preventing falls and injury during daily mobility activities.
Timely reminders to take prescribed medications correctly and on schedule every single day without missing any doses.
Recently discharged from a hospital or skilled nursing facility and in need of continued clinical care at home.
Patients needing physical, occupational, or speech therapy to restore function and independence following a stroke.
Individuals who have difficulty leaving home without considerable effort — a key Medicare eligibility requirement.
Medicare has specific criteria for home health eligibility. Most patients recovering from a medical event qualify.
Recently discharged from a hospital or skilled nursing facility and in need of continued clinical care at home.
Patients needing physical, occupational, or speech therapy to restore function and independence following a stroke.
Individuals who have difficulty leaving home without considerable effort — a key Medicare eligibility requirement.
Recovering from joint replacement, cardiac surgery, abdominal surgery, or other procedures that require skilled follow-up.
Ongoing skilled monitoring for diabetes, COPD, congestive heart failure, or other conditions prone to complications.
You need specialized services not typically covered by insurance — overnight care, live-in, or 24-hour support.
Companion care covers a wide range of social, emotional, and practical support services — all delivered in the comfort of home.
Reach out by phone or complete our eligibility form. A care advisor will call you within hours.
We visit your home (or speak by phone) to understand your loved one's needs, personality, and preferences.
We select 2–3 companion caregivers who match your loved one's interests and introduce you to your top choice.
Your companion caregiver starts their visits. We check in regularly to ensure everything is going well.
Home health care involves medically-oriented services — such as nursing visits, wound care, physical therapy, and IV management — typically ordered by a doctor. Home care (companion or personal care) focuses on daily living assistance. Cottage Home Care provides both types under one roof.
Medicare does cover home health care when three conditions are met: the care is medically necessary, a doctor has ordered it, and it is provided by a Medicare-certified agency. Covered services may include skilled nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy in the home. If you are unsure whether your situation qualifies, our team can help you review your coverage.
Yes — this is one of the most common ways families start home health care. When someone is discharged from the hospital with medical needs that continue at home, Cottage Home Care can coordinate directly with the hospital discharge planner to arrange skilled nursing and aide support starting within 48 to 72 hours. The goal is a safe transition that prevents readmission.
For Medicare or Medicaid-covered home health care, a doctor's order is typically required. For private pay home health services, a referral is often not necessary. If you are unsure what documentation you need, our team will walk you through it based on your specific situation and insurance coverage — so you can get started without unnecessary delays.
You generally qualify for covered home health care if your loved one is homebound, has a skilled nursing or therapy need, and has a doctor's order for services. Common qualifying situations include post-surgical recovery, wound care needs, IV therapy, fall risk management, and chronic condition management such as diabetes or congestive heart failure. Our team will review your specific situation and confirm eligibility at no charge.