Home Care vs. Home Health: What's the Difference? | The Care Table Ep. 31

In this episode of The Care Table podcast, Amy Huddleston and Jennifer Bassett explore the ins and outs of home care, including the differences between home health and home care, how to choose the right agency, and the importance of early planning and emotional connection in caregiving.Takeaways:- Differences between home care and home health- Importance of emotional connection and companionship- How to select and customize a home care plan- Financial considerations and insurance options- The role of agency versus private caregiving- Transportation and safety in home care- Early planning and family involvementSound Bites:"Companionship changes lives for people.""Home care helps preserve independence."Products/Books/Resources:GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) Model - https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/innovation-models/guideHilarity for Charity Grants - https://wearehfc.org/caregivers/Home Instead - https://www.homeinstead.com/Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-bassett-922a095/Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Home Care01:43 Understanding Non-Medical Home Care03:30 Home Health vs. Home Care08:59 Services Offered in Home Care12:02 The Importance of Companionship16:07 Customizing Care Plans20:10 Navigating Family Resistance26:25 Transportation Services in Home Care30:00 Agency vs. Private Caregivers35:50 Understanding Coverage and Costs39:14 Understanding Home Care Costs and Insurance42:42 The Importance of Budgeting for Care45:54 Navigating Care Options and Resources49:01 The Role of Agencies in Home Care53:39 Tax Benefits and Financial Planning57:00 Long-Term Care Insurance Insights01:00:49 The Value of Early Conversations01:05:50 Personal Stories of Impact in Home CareSupport The Care Table Podcast:Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCareTableFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaretable/Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Care-Table/61580615603797/Our website: https://www.thecaretable.com/Email us: [email protected] rate and review us so we know if we’re helping you!