MaineHealth home health aides help people facing a variety of health care challenges such as disabilities, long-term chronic conditions and cognitive impairments.
What is a home health aide?
Home health aides help people with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and eating. They support a better quality of life for patients and their families. Often their help allows older adults who need assistance to stay independent in their homes.
Home health aides must complete certification and training to be employed by a home health agency receiving Medicaid or Medicare reimbursements. Education includes supervised experience and passing an exam.
What services do home health aides provide?
Working under the direction of a registered nurse or rehabilitation specialist, home health aides can provide:
- Personal care
- Bathing, grooming, dressing
- Walking, light exercise
- Meal preparation
- Medication reminders
- Light housekeeping and laundry
