lieze Posted August 16, 2019 Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 Does anyone have one or have you tried to obtain one through Medicare? I am currently looking into this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted August 17, 2019 Report Share Posted August 17, 2019 @lieze - if I am correct medicare does not cover those types of services. You could call your medicare plan and ask for a case manager - they can advise you as to what your plan covers. If not covered you can get those services on your own, check with local home care agencies or senior services ( even if you are not a senior - they can give you contacts for these types of services ). You can also check advertisements in your local paper or advertise yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiminOrlando Posted August 17, 2019 Report Share Posted August 17, 2019 What are you looking for? A friend of mine had Medicare Advantage and was able to get someone to help her with a bath once a week. She was 84. Other than that, nothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delta Posted August 17, 2019 Report Share Posted August 17, 2019 Hi, @lieze! Last year, I had a health aide come to my house weekdays for about six weeks. My insurance didn't cover it and I'm not on Medicare - we paid out-of-pocket. However, we were able to deduct the costs as one of our medical expenses (and we had a mess of 'em) on our income taxes - depending on your situation, you may be able to do this, too. Wishing you good luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lieze Posted August 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2019 I will ask with my doctor. I had looked up what you needed to qualify and it looked like maybe I did but I could be wrong. I will update once I find out. I have Medicare part A and B. I pay a monthly premium for one of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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