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
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 me or 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 someone 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 does a patient 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 someone still receive home health 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.