St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital's Home Care service offers skilled healthcare to patient's at home. The focus of home care is on the health needs of the individual in a family setting. Activities are directed toward helping patients to attain and maintain their highest level of independent living, and to help the family provide support. Efforts are also concentrated on the prevention of further disability, health teaching, and on appropriate referral to allied health professionals as needed.
EligibilityYour physician is responsible for recommending home care and for establishing a treatment plan. This plan is incorporated into the patient's record that is maintained by the Home Care staff.
The physician must certify and acknowledge the following:
The physician will review the treatment plan periodically and re-certify that there is a continuing need for service.
Planning Patient CareAfter the patient's referral has been accepted, the Home Care staff will assist the physician in planning for the patient's home care. An evaluation is made to determine the patient's needs for nursing services, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, medical social services and home health aides. The need for special supplies and equipment is also determined. Family members are given an orientation and trained in their responsibilities in providing care for the patient.
Home Care is available to all, without regard to age, race, religion, sex, color, national origin, marital status, handicap status, organizational affiliation, physical or mental impairment, or financial status.
Under the direction of the patient's physician, Home Care can provide the following for each patient:
Shawna O'Dell, MSN, RN, COS-C, Post-Acute Care Manager TEL: 217-347-1777 Or Toll Free 1-800-551-6566 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Home Care is located off of the Hospital Campus at 701 West Temple Avenue.
Medicare Certified and Accredited by The Joint Commission.