Delivering a Comprehensive
Spectrum of Home Health Services
Explore our range of services, each crafted to ensure excellence in care and personalized to enrich your health and well-being. Discover the distinctive touch in every service—because your care is our heartfelt mission. Your journey to better health starts with us, where every detail is designed with you in mind. From the first consultation to ongoing support, we’re committed to being by your side, offering not just care but also compassion and understanding.
Our skilled team includes Registered Nurses and Licensed Vocational Nurses who provide not only expert care and valuable guidance but also tailored treatments to foster patient independence and enhance quality of life.
In close collaboration with each patient’s primary physician, we deliver a customized range of services including medication supervision, various forms of wound and ostomy care,restorative practices, simple pulmophysiotherapy, and extensive family and patient health education.
Our comprehensive care extends to managing diabetic needs, conducting lab work, administering intravenous infusions, and offering pre- and postoperative support. Additional coordination for necessary medical equipment ensures our patients’ utmost comfort and care continuity. We also specialize in geriatric care, offering personalized plans that address the unique needs of elderly patients. Our approach includes not only medical support but also emotional and psychological care, helping seniors maintain their dignity and independence while navigating the challenges of aging.
Beyond physical health, we emphasize holistic well-being by integrating mental health support and counseling into our care plans. This ensures that our patients receive compassionate care that nurtures both body and mind, promoting overall wellness and resilience in their daily lives.
Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy
Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists are highly skilled professionals dedicated to helping our patients regain or enhance their abilities to perform daily activities that are essential for independent living. These therapists work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans aimed at improving mobility, strength, coordination, and communication skills, depending on each individual’s unique needs. Whether it’s helping a patient relearn how to walk, improving their ability to perform everyday tasks like dressing and eating, or aiding in the recovery of speech and language abilities, our therapists are committed to fostering independence and improving the overall quality of life.
Moreover, our therapists collaborate with family members to ensure continuity of care beyond the home setting. They provide guidance and support in making arrangements for outpatient services that may be more appropriate for the patient’s specific needs, such as advanced rehabilitation programs or specialized therapy sessions. This includes coordinating with external providers, assisting with scheduling, and offering advice on how to best support the patient’s ongoing recovery journey. By working closely with both patients and their families, our therapists ensure that each individual receives the most comprehensive and effective care, whether at home or in an outpatient setting.
Social Workers provide counseling for patients and their
loved ones in dealing with the social and emotional
aspects related to each specific illness. Our specialists
help family members to properly care for the patient by
communicating available community resources and
coping skills assessment. Social Workers play a vital role in our care team, offering essential counseling and emotional support to both patients and their loved ones as they navigate the challenges associated with illness. They provide guidance on dealing with the social and emotional aspects of specific medical conditions, helping patients and families cope with the stress, anxiety, and emotional upheaval that often accompany serious health issues. Our social workers are skilled in creating a safe and supportive environment where patients and their families can express their concerns, fears, and hopes, which is crucial for emotional healing and resilience.
In addition to counseling, our social workers serve as a bridge to vital community resources, ensuring that families are aware of and can access the support services they need. They assist in assessing coping skills and provide practical strategies to help family members manage caregiving responsibilities effectively. This includes offering education on available social services, financial assistance programs, and other community resources that can alleviate the burden on families. By empowering both patients and their families with the knowledge and tools they need, our social workers play a key role in enhancing the overall quality of care and support throughout the patient’s journey.<br><br><br>
Certified Home Health Aides are an integral part of our care team, providing essential support to our patients in their day-to-day activities. They assist with personal care needs such as bathing, toileting, dressing, and meal preparation, ensuring that each patient maintains their dignity and comfort. Additionally, they help with mobility tasks, including walking and transferring, to promote safety and independence.
Beyond these fundamental duties, our Home Health Aides also focus on enhancing patients’ physical well-being through range of motion exercises and strength-building routines. They play a key role in creating a comfortable and supportive environment by taking care of light housekeeping tasks, which contributes to a healthier and more pleasant living space. Their compassionate approach ensures that patients not only receive the care they need but also feel valued and supported every step of the way.
A “shift care” refers to a period of in-home care provided to an individual through the Home and Community Based Alternatives (HCBA) waiver program, allowing them to receive necessary medical and personal care services in their own home instead of a nursing facility, typically including nursing care, personal assistance, medication management, and other support based on their specific needs, all delivered within a designated shift time frame.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Pursuant to Title VI of the Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act 1973, Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and the Disabilities Act of 1990, Distinctive Home Health assures compliance with the State and Federal Laws governing non-discrimination policies.
Excellence & Compassion
in Every Service
At Distinctive, our unmatched quality of service and dedicated team set us apart, offering personalized care designed to enhance independence and quality of life. From skilled nursing and various therapies to health aide services and social work, we ensure comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to meet each patient’s needs.