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7 Things You Should Know About Medicare's Home Health Care Benefit
Medicare covers more home health services than most people realize. Here's what you actually need to know before you or a family member needs care.
National Council on Aging
Jan 25, 2026
What Is Home Health Care? A Complete Guide for Families
If someone mentioned home health care and you nodded along while having no idea what it actually involves, this guide is for you.
Home Health Care
Jan 20, 2026
10 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Home Health Agency
Not all home health agencies are created equal. Here's how to figure out which one is actually right for you.
Home Health Care
Jan 15, 2026
Coming Home from the Hospital: What to Expect
The trip home from the hospital can feel overwhelming. Here's how home health care helps bridge the gap, and what you should know before discharge day.
Home Health Care
Jan 10, 2026
Stop Believing These 5 Myths About Home Health Care
I hear the same misconceptions about home health care all the time. Let's clear some things up.
Home Health Care
Jan 5, 2026
Getting Your Home Ready for Home Health Visits
A little preparation before your first home health visit can make everything go more smoothly. Here's what actually matters.
Home Health Care
Jan 2, 2026
Physical Therapy at Home: What You Should Know
Home health physical therapy helps you recover without having to drag yourself to an outpatient clinic. Here's how it works and how to make the most of it.
Home Health Care
Dec 28, 2025
A Realistic Guide for Family Caregivers During Home Health
You didn't sign up to be a caregiver, but here you are. Here's some practical advice from someone who's worked with thousands of family caregivers.
Home Health Care
Dec 20, 2025
Recovering from Joint Replacement at Home
Hip and knee replacements used to mean weeks in rehab facilities. Now most people go home in days. Here's what to expect with home health PT and nursing.
Home Health Care
Dec 15, 2025
What Those Medicare Quality Ratings Actually Mean
Medicare rates home health agencies with star scores. But what do the ratings actually measure? And how much should you trust them?
Home Health Care
Dec 10, 2025
Getting Help with Diabetes Management Through Home Health
If your diabetes has been hard to control, home health nursing might help. A nurse visiting your home can catch what gets missed in brief office visits.
Home Health Care
Dec 5, 2025
Your First Home Health Visit: What Actually Happens
Nervous about a stranger coming into your home to assess you? Here's exactly what to expect from that first visit.
Home Health Care
Nov 28, 2025
Home Health vs. Hospice: Clearing Up the Confusion
People mix these up all the time. They're both care at home, but they serve completely different purposes.
Home Health Care
Nov 20, 2025
What's Changing in Home Health Care in 2026
The home health industry keeps evolving. Here's what's actually changing and what it means if you or a family member needs care.
Home Health Care
Jan 10, 2026
When to Call Your Home Health Agency (and When Not To)
Something doesn't seem right. Should you call the agency? Go to the ER? Wait until your next visit? Here's how to think about it.
Home Health Care
Nov 15, 2025