Ep.#146: Heidi Strickland, Home Instead

We sit down with Heidi Strickland from Home Instead in Auburn/Opelika to break down what non-medical home care looks like day to day and why it helps people stay independent at home longer. We also clear up the confusion between home care and home health, then talk about planning ahead before a family hits a care crisis.• Non-medical in-home care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, meal prep, laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, transportation• Supporting independence at home and bridging the gap before assisted living or a facility• Heidi’s story and what she does as director of marketing and sales in the community• The biggest misconception: home care versus home health and what each can and cannot do• Scheduling flexibility and the “personable match” between caregivers and clients• Payment realities, long-term care policies, and VA benefits for veterans and spouses• Why families should learn about home care before a hospital discharge scramble• How to contact Heidi and get digital resources by phone or email334-321-10502011 Executive Park Dr. Opelika, AL