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.
A clear summary of what this service includes and who it supports — written for families making care decisions.
RN-led care team
Home health care from Cottage Home Care brings skilled nursing and clinical support directly to your door — so recovery, chronic condition management, and complex medical needs happen at home instead of a hospital or facility. Every plan begins with an in-home visit from a Registered Nurse who assesses your loved one’s health, medications, and daily goals, then coordinates licensed nurses and caregivers around a personalized plan of care. Services may include wound care, medication management, vital sign monitoring, post-surgical recovery, and coordination with physicians. Cottage’s RN-led team supervises every visit and adjusts the plan as conditions change. For eligible patients, Medicare and Medicaid often cover home health at little or no cost. Serving 23+ states with local clinical teams, Cottage Home Health keeps people safe, stable, and as independent as possible — with compassionate care that treats the whole person, not just the diagnosis.
Every Cottage Home Care client begins with an in-home visit from a Registered Nurse. The RN gets to know your loved one's daily routine, personal needs, and family goals, then builds a complete, personalized plan of care.
This plan guides our trained, compassionate caregivers as they provide hands-on support such as personal care, companionship, meal preparation, mobility assistance, medication reminders, and light housekeeping, helping your loved one stay safe, comfortable, and independent at home.
With Cottage Home Care, every family gets a plan built around what matters most, guided by an RN and delivered with heart.
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.
