Whether you are new to home care or have been planning care for others, navigating home care equipment needs can be overwhelming. How do you decide what equipment or adaptive devices will work best and how to obtain them quickly? Independence-4-Seniors Home Care, providing home care services in the Western Cook and DuPage County area, can assist with this as well as equipment training and identifying changing needs.
Contact Independence-4-Seniors Home Care for more information about home care equipment, home care supplies or adaptive devises to make aging at home safer and more comfortable.
Downloadable Tools and Tips:
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- Tips for In-Home Care Assistive Products
- Questions When Preparing for New In-Home Equipment and Supplies
Web Resources:
Click the links below to access resource websites to learn more about durable medical equipment.
Equipment for Independent Living
There is a wide variety of home care equipment that can help seniors live more independently at home. This list can help families decide what equipment best suits their loved ones’ needs.
Medicare Coverage of Durable Medical Equipment Information
This official government booklet offers explanations about durable medical equipment, which items are covered under Medicare and costs, and where you can go to find more information about durable medical equipment.
Home Care Equipment: Renting vs. Buying
Take a look at the pros and cons, expenses, and other factors to consider when deciding whether to rent or purchase home care equipment.
Protection from Durable Medical Equipment Fraud
Understand and learn how to protect yourself and loved ones from durable medical equipment fraud with this article from AARP.org.