{"id":2176,"date":"2022-06-19T19:03:08","date_gmt":"2022-06-19T19:03:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/?p=2176"},"modified":"2025-08-25T11:37:36","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T19:37:36","slug":"home-care-vs-home-health-whats-the-difference-home-care-offers-non-medical-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/california\/yorbalinda\/blog\/home-care-vs-home-health-whats-the-difference-home-care-offers-non-medical-help\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Care Offers Non-Medical Help while Home Health Provides Medical"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>The Difference between Home Care and Home Health<\/h3>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">Home care offers non-medical help, while home health care provides medical or clinical assistance often provided by licensed nurses.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">While the terms \u201chome care\u201d and \u201chome health care\u201d may sound similar, the services provided are quite different.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">Both types of care can be provided in the comfort of one&#8217;s home.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211702 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211898\">Home Health Provides Medical Assistance<\/h2>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893 cro-advisor-section\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2178 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health3-300x199.jpeg\" alt=\"home health\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health3-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health3-1024x680.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health3-768x510.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health3-600x398.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health3.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Home health care is clinical, medical supervision provided by a licensed professional.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893 cro-advisor-section\">Registered and licensed nurses, occupational therapists, and physical therapists can provide home health care, often through home health agencies and, in some cases, hospice agencies.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893 cro-advisor-section\">This type of care is often prescribed by a doctor as part of a senior health care regimen following hospitalization or injury.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893 cro-advisor-section\">It can include the following:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"server-jss13211899 \">\n<li class=\"\">Physical and occupational therapy<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Administration of prescription medications or shots<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Medical tests<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Monitoring of health status<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Wound care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2180 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"home health\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health-768x511.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health-600x399.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_health.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Home health care may not be necessary for seniors aging in place without significant medical concerns.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">It more often benefits elderly adults who require assistance with recent injuries, who are prone to falls, or who have been diagnosed with a chronic condition such as diabetes or Parkinson&#8217;s disease.<\/p>\n<p>Home health services are also provided to post-operative patients being discharged from the hospital if medical or clinical needs are required beyong the hospital.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"server-jss13211899 \">\n<li class=\"\">Seniors recently discharged from rehabilitation, a hospital stay, or a skilled nursing facility<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Elderly people who need monitoring after a recent medication change<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Loved ones whose fragile health prevents them from safely traveling to and from doctors\u2019 offices<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Seniors experiencing an overall decline in function who could benefit from occupational or physical therapy to regain independence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">Home health care costs vary greatly by location, services offered, and the level of care a senior requires.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">Since home health aides are often licensed nurses and medical professionals, their rates are higher than those of home care aides who don\u2019t offer medical assistance.<\/p>\n<p>But most health insurance policies cover home health services, but unfortunately for a limited specific time.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211702 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211898\">Home Care Offers Non-Medical Help<\/h2>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2181 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/meal_prep-300x218.jpeg\" alt=\"home care\" width=\"300\" height=\"218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/meal_prep-300x218.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/meal_prep-1024x742.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/meal_prep-768x557.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/meal_prep-600x435.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/meal_prep.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Home care offers non-medical help for seniors needing assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs).<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">Types of non-medical or non-clinical care can vary by need from weekly meal prep to incontinence care.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">Home care aides (i.e. caregivers) can be hired privately or through agencies.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">They\u2019re trained to understand the needs of senior care, but are generally not licensed to provide medical or clinical services.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">Home care offers non-medical help with many daily needs to seniors such as:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"server-jss13211899 \">\n<li class=\"\">Companionship \u2014 reading aloud, chatting, and in-home activities<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Transportation to appointments<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) like dressing, bathing, and grooming<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Meal preparation or delivery<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Medication reminders, but not directly administering medications (that&#8217;s home health)<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Cleaning and organizing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2182 alignleft\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_care2-300x199.jpeg\" alt=\"home care\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_care2-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_care2-1024x679.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_care2-768x509.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_care2-600x398.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/home_care2.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif\">Home care can benefit those who need more social interaction to reduce <\/span><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif\">loneliness and isolation<\/span><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif\"> or require more specialized assistance such as the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"server-jss13211899 \">\n<li>Help with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing or restroom assistance<\/li>\n<li>Companionship to reduce social isolation at home<\/li>\n<li>Transportation services to and from activities such as docto&#8217;s appointments<\/li>\n<li class=\"\">Assistance with cooking, cleaning, and other household responsibilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif\">Most home care agencies charge by the hour.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif\">We offer flat fee rates with no additional surcharges or fees.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif\">Since home care hours are often determined by need, your family\u2019s bill can vary greatly based on the assistance your loved one requires. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif\">Location, state wage laws, and agency requirements such as the training and insurance of caregivers often affect home care costs, so you may pay more or less, depending on where your aging relative lives.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211702 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211898\">Working Together: Home Care and Home Health<\/h2>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2185 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/hcarehhealth-300x300.jpeg\" alt=\"home care and home health\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/hcarehhealth-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/hcarehhealth-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/hcarehhealth-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/hcarehhealth-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/hcarehhealth-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/hcarehhealth-350x350.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2022\/06\/hcarehhealth.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Families often find that a combination of home health and home care services is beneficial for their loved one&#8217;s needs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">In this situation, medical professionals are able to provide clincial services, while caregivers assist with daily activities.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">This combined approach can add more assurance and confidence that elderly&#8217;s emotional and medical needs are both met.<\/p>\n<p class=\"server-jss13211693 server-jss13211710 server-jss13211731 server-jss13211893\">Some insurance policies tend to cover these types of care:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"server-jss13211899 \">\n<li><em><strong>Long-Term Care Insurance<\/strong><\/em> covers home care only if it\u2019s included in your loved one\u2019s existing policy. Check with the insurance agent for more information.<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Private Pay<\/strong><\/em> is common for home care, but is only necessary for services that hasn\u2019t been ordered by a physician.<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Medicare<\/strong><\/em> and private insurance plans cover home health with a primary physician&#8217;s orders. Ask your loved one\u2019s doctor about home health if you think it would be beneficial. This service is available to any senior who qualifies for Medicare.<\/li>\n<li class=\"\"><em><strong>Medi-Cal (in California)\/Medicaid<\/strong><\/em> covers both types of care for income-qualified seniors, though coverage amounts may vary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In conclusion, home care offers non-medical help and our caregivers can assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSd7Mudl9qQgdPqR4tZw5-ixGYBFDAlnop6PdSbkXkOqzq6pGw\/viewform?usp=sf_link\">Refer a friend<\/a> who needs home care.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/99\/california\/yorbalinda\/contact-us\/\">Call us today<\/a>\u00a0to arrange care \u2013 let us help you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Difference between Home Care and Home Health Home care offers non-medical help, while home health care provides medical or clinical assistance often provided by licensed nurses. 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