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Phone: (248) 396-4401
Email: assistedcaremi@gmail.com
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Are you a Medicaid recipient needing compassionate in-home care through the Michigan Home Help Program?
Assisted Care Inc. can help you maintain your independence and dignity.
When working with us you’ll benefit from:
Personalized Care
We can work with your caseworker to ensure you have a care plan tailored specifically to you.
Comfort of Home
Quality care while maintaining your familiar surroundings.
Flexible Support
Receive care on a personalized schedule built just for you.
Trusted Care
Experienced, compassionate caregivers that you can rely on.
Who’s eligible for care through Michigan’s Home Help Program?
The Home Help Program through Michigan MDHHS provides Medicaid funds for eligible individuals needing assistance with daily activities.
You must meet the following criteria to be eligible:
Medicaid Beneficiary
You must be enrolled in Michigan Medicaid to qualify for the Home Help Program.
Need Assistance
A doctor must certify that you need assistance with activities of daily living.
Home Setting
You must live alone or with others in an independent living situation. Group homes, nursing facilities, and hospitals do not qualify.
Our Covered Care Services
Through the Home Help Program administered by Michigan Department of Help and Human Services (MDHHS), we provide essential support to Medicaid beneficiaries, ensuring you receive the care you deserve while maintaining your independence.
Activities
of Daily Living
Essential personal care activities for daily well-being
Bathing
Assistance with shampoo, cleaning, and drying using tub, shower, or sponge bath
Dressing
Help with putting on and removing clothing, including special medical garments
Eating & Feeding
Assistance with eating utensils and/or cups and getting food and/or drinks into the mouth
Grooming
Help with personal hygiene including hair, teeth, shaving, and nail care
Mobility
Assistance with moving around living areas and managing stairs
Toileting
Support getting on/off toilet, wiping and cleaning after use, and/or applying/removing adult diapers or pads
Transferring
Help moving between positions
Complex
Care Tasks
Specialized medical and health-related care
Bowel Program
Specialized assistance with bowel care needs
Catheter/Leg Bag Care
Management and maintenance of catheter systems
Colostomy Care
Support with colostomy maintenance and cleaning
Peritoneal Dialysis
Assistance with dialysis procedures and monitoring
Range of Motion Exercises
Help with prescribed physical movements and exercises
Respiratory Treatment
Support with breathing treatments and equipment
Specialized Skin Care
Advanced wound care and skin maintenance
Suctioning
Assistance with airway clearance procedures
Ventilator Care
Support with ventilator equipment and monitoring
Instrumental
Activities
Support services to enable independent living
Laundry
Assistance with washing, drying, and organizing clothes
Light Housework
Help client sweep, vacuum and wash floors; washing kitchen counters and sinks; cleaning the bathroom; changing bed linens; taking out garbage; dusting; cleaning the stove top; and cleaning the refrigerator
Meal Preparation
Support with planning, cooking, and cleaning up meals
Shopping
Help with groceries and essential household items
Medication Management
Assistance with prescribed and over-the-counter medication
Please note: You must qualify for at least one ADL or Complex Care Task to qualify for help with Instrumental Activities.
Get Started Today
Your path to receiving care is simple and straightforward.
1. Initial Contact
Reach out to us to discuss your care needs and verify eligibility.
2. Certification from Doctor
A doctor must certify that you need assistance with ADL, IADL, and/or complex tasks.
3. Assessment
An assessment with a adult service worker from your local county.
4. Begin Care
Start receiving compassionate care from our dedicated team.
Start receiving compassionate care from our dedicated team.
Contact us today to discuss your care needs and learn more about how we can help you maintain your independence at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our home health care services.
General Questions
What is home health care?
Home health care is a range of health care services you can receive in your home to make remaining independent more possible. It’s typically less expensive, more convenient, and just as effective as care you might receive nursing facility.
Is home health care right for me?
Home care might be right for you if you need part-time or intermittent personal care and would like to remain as independent as possible. This means you would like to remain in your home and receive care in the comfort of your home.
What is the Home Help Program?
The Home Help Program is a Medicaid-funded service administered by MDHHS that provides funding for in-home care assistance to eligible Medicaid beneficiaries.
Services & Coverage
What services are covered?
See our services page for a list of covered services.
How many hours of care can I receive?
The number of care hours you can receive is based on your individual needs – there is no set maximum. For clients with severe functional limitations requiring extensive care, Expanded Home Help Services (EHHS) can be authorized. This is available when hands-on care needs exceed 179.9 hours per month. EHHS must be approved by an adult services supervisor and/or the MDHHS Home Help Policy Section. Each client’s care hours are determined based on their specific situation and care requirements.
What services aren't covered?
The Home Help services don’t cover 24-hour-a-day home care, meal delivery, homemaker services unrelated to the care plan, home repairs, prompting or reminding someone to do a task, supervision, transportation, yard work, financial services or custodial care when that’s the only care you need.
Costs & Insurance
What are the costs for home health care?
The Home Help program is funded by Medicaid and costs nothing to you if you qualify.
How does insurance coverage work?
Not all types of medicaid support home help. Usually, straight medicaid is the best for coverage.
Getting Started
How do I begin receiving home health care?
Our simple four-step process makes getting started easy:
- Contact us to discuss your needs and verify eligibility
- Get certification from your doctor showing you need assistance
- Complete an assessment with a county adult service worker
- Begin receiving care from our dedicated team
Can I still receive care if I attend adult day care?
Yes, you can still receive home health care if you attend adult day care. The home help program pays for assistance/care you receive in the home.
Do you have a loved one in need of in reliable in home care through Michigan’s Home Help program?
At Assisted Care Inc. we offer:
Personalized Care
We can work with their caseworker to ensure a care plan tailored specifically to their needs
Comfort of Home
Quality care from the comfort of their own environment
Flexible Support
Receive care on a personalized schedule crafted just for them.
Trusted Care
Experienced, compassionate caregivers they can rely on
Who’s eligible for care through Michigan’s Home Help Program?
The Home Help Program through Michigan MDHHS provides Medicaid funds for eligible individuals needing assistance with daily activities.
Your loved one must meet the following criteria to be eligible:
Medicaid Beneficiary
They must be actively enrolled in Michigan Medicaid to qualify for the Home Help Program.
Need Assistance
A doctor must certify that they need assistance with activities of daily living.
Home Setting
They must live alone or with others in an independent living situation. Group homes, nursing facilities, and hospitals do not qualify.
Our Covered Care Services
Through the Home Help Program administered by Michigan Department of Help and Human Services (MDHHS), we provide essential support to Medicaid beneficiaries, ensuring they receive the care they deserve while maintaining their independence.
Activities
of Daily Living
Essential personal care activities for daily well-being
Bathing
Assistance with shampoo, cleaning, and drying using tub, shower, or sponge bath
Dressing
Help with putting on and removing clothing, including special medical garments
Eating & Feeding
Assistance with eating utensils and/or cups and getting food and/or drinks into the mouth
Grooming
Help with personal hygiene including hair, teeth, shaving, and nail care
Mobility
Assistance with moving around living areas and managing stairs
Toileting
Support getting on/off toilet, wiping and cleaning after use, and/or applying/removing adult diapers or pads
Transferring
Help moving between positions
Complex
Care Tasks
Specialized medical and health-related care
Bowel Program
Specialized assistance with bowel care needs
Catheter/Leg Bag Care
Management and maintenance of catheter systems
Colostomy Care
Support with colostomy maintenance and cleaning
Peritoneal Dialysis
Assistance with dialysis procedures and monitoring
Range of Motion Exercises
Help with prescribed physical movements and exercises
Respiratory Treatment
Support with breathing treatments and equipment
Specialized Skin Care
Advanced wound care and skin maintenance
Suctioning
Assistance with airway clearance procedures
Ventilator Care
Support with ventilator equipment and monitoring
Instrumental
Activities
Support services to enable independent living
Laundry
Assistance with washing, drying, and organizing clothes
Light Housework
Help client sweep, vacuum and wash floors; washing kitchen counters and sinks; cleaning the bathroom; changing bed linens; taking out garbage; dusting; cleaning the stove top; and cleaning the refrigerator
Meal Preparation
Support with planning, cooking, and cleaning up meals
Shopping
Help with groceries and essential household items
Medication Management
Assistance with prescribed and over-the-counter medication
Please note: they must need one ADL or Complex Care Task to qualify for help with Instrumental Activities.
Get Started Today
Your path to acquiring care for your loved one is simple and straightforward. We’ll guide you through each step.
1. Initial Contact
Reach out to us to discuss their care needs and verify eligibility.
2. Doctor Certification
A doctor must certify that they need assistance with ADL, IADL, and/or complex tasks.
3. Assessment
An assessment with a adult service worker from their local county.
4. Begin Care
They start receiving compassionate care from our dedicated team.
Start receiving compassionate care from our dedicated team.
Contact us today to discuss your loved ones care needs and learn more about how we can help them maintain their independence at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our home health care services.
General Questions
What is home health care?
Home health care is a range of health care services a patient can receive in their home to make remaining independent more possible. It’s typically less expensive, more convenient, and just as effective as care one might receive nursing facility.
Is home health care right for my loved one?
Home care might be right for your loved one if they need part-time or intermittent personal care and would like to remain as independent as possible. This means they would like to remain in their home and receive care in the comfort of their home.
What is the Home Help Program?
The Home Help Program is a Medicaid-funded service administered by MDHHS that provides funding for in-home care assistance to eligible Medicaid beneficiaries.
Services & Coverage
What services are covered?
See our services page for a list of covered services.
How many hours of care can they receive?
The number of care hours one can receive is based on their individual needs – there is no set maximum. For clients with severe functional limitations requiring extensive care, Expanded Home Help Services (EHHS) can be authorized. This is available when hands-on care needs exceed 179.9 hours per month. EHHS must be approved by an adult services supervisor and/or the MDHHS Home Help Policy Section. Each client’s care hours are determined based on their specific situation and care requirements.
What services aren't covered?
The Home Help services don’t cover 24-hour-a-day home care, meal delivery, homemaker services unrelated to the care plan, home repairs, prompting or reminding someone to do a task, supervision, transportation, yard work, financial services or custodial care when that’s the only care they need.
Costs & Insurance
What are the costs for home health care?
The Home Help program is funded by Medicaid and costs nothing to patients if they qualify.
How does insurance coverage work?
Not all types of medicaid support home help. Usually, straight medicaid is the best for coverage.
Getting Started
How do they begin receiving home health care?
Starting care for your loved one is simple with our four-step process:
- Contact us to discuss their needs and verify eligibility
- Get certification from their doctor showing they need assistance
- Complete an assessment with a county adult service worker
- Begin receiving care from our dedicated team
Can they still receive care if they attend adult day care?
Yes, one can still receive home health care if they attend adult day care. The home help program pays for assistance/care they receive in the home.