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Promoting Independence and Quality of
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In-Home Care
 Who is eligible for
services:
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Frail and disabled
persons age 60 and over might be eligible for In-Home Services, provided
they are residents of Martinsville, Danville, or the County of Franklin,
Henry, Patrick or Pittsylvania.
Some of the other factors considered in deciding eligibility are:
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Whether services can
prevent the need for
institutional (usually
nursing home) care
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The individual's ability to
care for himself
or herself, based on
physical, mental or emotional circumstances
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Whether help is available
from family
members or other sources
 Service Hours:
Service is provided between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm
Monday through Friday. The number of hours
provided is based on the particular needs of the
individual, and availability of staff.
Limitation on
Services:
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There is a waiting list for services in many areas.
The wait can range from one week to a couple
of months; occasionally longer.
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Services are provided in the more populated
areas. Some outlying sections of counties are
not served due to staffing limitations.
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Moderate fees are charged on a sliding scale
basis, according to income. People whose
income is near or below poverty level are not
charged a fee. People who receive a service for
which no fee is charged are encouraged to
contribute toward the cost of the service.
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Services are provided by certified home health
aides licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia,
and by experienced homemakers. Services are
supervised by registered and licensed nurses.
 Personal Care:
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Help with bathing, dressing, grooming and ambulation
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Average level of service is two hours per day, two or three days per week
Housekeeping:
 Laundry
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Grocery shopping ( up to 20 items)
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Assistance with other essential errands
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Average level of service is two hours, one day per wee
Chore:
Respite Care:
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Offers caregiver a few hours off from the care of a family member who
is
age
60 or older
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Average level of service is three hours, one day per week
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