Who Uses Home Care?

Persons discharged from the hospital who are not fully recovered. Persons with chronic conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, or stroke that requires frequent monitoring and can no longer meet their needs alone. Persons with a terminal disease, such as cancer or AIDS, who need personal care, pain management, and emotional support. Persons with limited mobility who need assistance with activities of daily living. Families who need respite from caregiving and emotional support in dealing with a loved one who needs special care. A child with special life-sustaining equipment who can thrive at home and school with nursing support.