Home health care is skilled, medical care at home—like nursing and therapy—ordered by a physician, while home care is non-medical help with daily activities. Many Colorado families need some of both. Here’s how to tell them apart.
What is home health care?
Home health care is skilled care provided at home by licensed professionals, such as Registered Nurses and physical or speech therapists. It usually follows a physician’s orders and can include wound care, post-surgical care, medication and disease management, and therapy to rebuild strength, balance, or speech.
What is home care?
Home care (sometimes called personal care or non-medical care) is hands-on help with everyday activities—bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, light meals, and companionship. It helps a loved one stay safe and comfortable at home without needing skilled medical treatment.
Which one does my loved one need?
If your loved one is recovering from surgery, an illness, or a hospital stay, or has a condition that needs nursing or therapy, home health care may be the right fit. If they mainly need help with daily routines, personal care may be enough. Many families use both, and their physician can help decide what is medically needed.
How coverage can differ
Coverage rules for skilled home health care and for personal care are often different, and they depend on the person’s plan, eligibility, and physician orders. Our team can talk through your coverage questions with you and explain your options before care begins.
How MediGuard can help
MediGuard Home Health Care Inc offers skilled nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, and nurse-supervised personal care across 8 Denver metro counties. Call (303) 953-2626 or request a callback to talk it through. There is no obligation, and an initial conversation does not guarantee admission.
Your next step
Have questions about care for yourself or a loved one?
Our team can talk through your situation and options with no obligation. Professionals can send a referral online.
Or call (303) 953-2626 · Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm
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About MediGuard Home Health Care
MediGuard Home Health Care Inc. is a licensed, bonded, and insured home health care agency serving 8 counties across the Denver, CO metro area. Our care plans are developed and supervised by Registered Nurses.
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