Archive for July 5th, 2022
Mindful Healthcare Agency Seems like a good fit for my needs. How do I start services?
Give us a call or click the Request for Care button to fill out the form. From there, we’ll arrange a time to visit you, your family, and/or any authorized representative to fully discuss your particular home care needs and how Mindful Healthcare can help. We will go over the care your family needs and […]
Do I need to sign a contract?
There is no long-term contract. In order to begin services, clients are required to sign a Client Service Agreement that describes our guidelines and policies, but services may be started and stopped at any time and for any reason.
How do I know a shift has ended?
Mindful Healthcare uses an advanced real-time caregiver monitoring system to verify time, attendance, and tasks performed according to the care plan. Our system does not allow care providers to clock in or clock out of a shift without being within a few feet of the client’s home. This system allows us to closely monitor and […]
Can you help us identify the needs of our loved ones? How do I start to know what my loved one’s needs are?
Determining whether or not your loved one needs assistance at home may be challenging. Nearly all clients are initially resistant to getting help from a caregiver, but within a few weeks, our clients and Caregivers become fast friends and couldn’t imagine life without one another. You may hesitate to suggest that your loved one needs […]
How quickly can you have a qualified caregiver in my home?
At times, the need for a professional Caregiver may be unexpected and urgent. While we recommend allowing a few days to ensure we have the best personality match for your loved one for a successful long-term, consistent relationship, we are routinely able to accommodate a same-day request. Some restrictions may apply.
What if we decide to go to an Assisted Living, Rehabilitation Center, or Nursing Home?
We have transitioned our clients into these places by assisting them to make friends, continue to provide companionship, or in addition to the care they receive, provide 24-hour service in those facilities.
What if my loved one has to go to the hospital?
We will go with and stay with them until you arrive. This is a very important reason to sign our HIPAA agreement, so we can advocate for your loved one in the hospital setting. If you cannot make it there, we can update you with information on your loved one’s condition and stay with your […]
Do I need a physician’s order for private nursing services?
Yes, in order to best serve our private nursing clients, we work in close consultation with your physician to ensure consistency and quality in your care plan. Our nursing team will coordinate this on your behalf and work to ensure you’re satisfied with your individualized care plan, creating a true concierge private nursing experience.
How do we pay for service?
We bill twice a month and you can pay by check, eCheck, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. We are private pay only and do not accept Medicare or Medicaid. We also have other payment options such as Long-Term Care insurance, Employer- sponsored pre-taxed accounts, Veteran’s Administration benefits, family trust funds, and reverse mortgages.
Can your services be deducted from taxes?
Our services most of the time, can be deducted from your loved one’s taxes as a medical expense. Please check with your accountant. We will at the end of the year send you a statement with our Tax ID # for services paid for that particular year.
