Are you looking for an alternative to Nursing Home care for you loved one?"

We're here to help!

"How can I get help bathing my elderly relative?"
"My mother has fallen down a lot in the last couple of weeks… I'm worried about her safety."
"What can I do to make sure my dad eats properly?  He's beginning to look frail."
"How can I help my grandmother maintain her independent lifestyle, yet make sure she's taken care of?"

"My mom's care has been provided by nurses and aides that are kind, caring, and professional. They are like part of the family.  We don't know how we would have kept mom at home if it wasn't for your help." 
Family Member, Long Term Care Patient

Working in conjunction with the Steuben County Department of Social Services and other community agencies, we are able to tailor a care program for your loved one's individual needs.  We also work with area hospitals to ensure that discharged patients receive continuity of care.

Is my loved one eligible?

If your loved one is a resident of Steuben County and receives Medicaid, he or she may be eligible for Long-term Care Services. In addition, the patient must qualify for nursing home level care and:

· have a physician approved plan of care.
· reside in his or her own home or that of a responsible care giver.
· require care due to a medical condition.
· and have a safe home environment including a working telephone.

It is also important that the patient have someone who is willing to assume responsibility to serve as his or her caretaker in the event our aides cannot get to a home due to weather conditions or other emergencies.

How do we apply for Long-term Care?

The first step is to ask your physician, medical practitioner, hospital, or community agency for a referral.  You can also call us at (607) 664-2438 to find out more information. 

Is there a cost?

Long-term care costs are covered by Medicaid.  Ability to pay is not a requirement for services.

How do I know what's the best plan of care for my loved one?

Our nursing staff will work with you to determine your needs.  A plan of care will then be developed to keep you or your loved one comfortable in the safety and independence of their own home setting.

Who will take care of my loved one?

A friendly, professional member of our staff will come to your home to help you meet your loved one's day-to-day needs.  Our nurse will also meet with you every four months,  or more often if needed, to make sure you are continually satisfied with your plan of care.

What services do you offer?

We provide a wide-range of services to keep your loved one comfortable and safe while living at home.  They include:

Skilled Nursing Care
Our professional nursing staff will work with you to coordinate the care needed.  In edition, the nurses provide injections, dressing changes, blood draws for lab tests, Intravenous (IV) therapy and catheter care should the need for these services arise while enrolled in the program.

Home Health and Personal Care Aides

Our aides are specially trained to provide general personal care including bathing, dressing, using the rest room, meal preparation, exercise programs, and light housekeeping.

Therapy Services
· Occupational Therapy
· Speech Therapy
· Respiratory Therapy
· Physical Therapy
· Nutrition
· Audiology
· Social Work

Other Services
· Homemaker (housekeeping, grocery shopping, laundry)
· Meals-On-Wheels
· Personal Emergency Response System
· Medical Day Care (adult day care)
· Social Day Care (adult day care)