My Home Connection is a unique service of Gardner Visiting Nursing Association, Inc. that supports and allows older, chronically ill and disabled adults and their families to remain independent and maintain the highest quality of life while preserving life savings. My Home Connection serves clients in Worcester County and Franklin County.
Program components:
Services begin with an assessment by a professional care manager.
The care manager develops a plan of care based on a client's individual
needs and choices. This plan looks to blend medical, financial,
legal, mental health, insurance and psychosocial needs. We provide
advocacy and help clients and their families evaluate options and obtain
goals.
For the safety and well-being of our clients, a comprehensive
and complete background check in done on all employees. All
caregivers of the program receive ongoing supervision by a registered
nurse and attend trainings annually and as needed. As employees of
the Gardner VNA, Workmen's Compensation and applicable taxes are paid by
the agency for the employee, therefore relieving you of that
responsibility.
Health Care Services:
- A service package tailored to your needs
- Long-term care planning
- Management of chronic illness and disability
- Assistance with caring for a loved one while a caregiver recuperates from an illness or surgery
- Home care coordination and services
- Nursing
- Social Services
- Medication Management
- Discharge Planning from Healthcare Facilities
- Personal Care Aides
- Companions
- Homemakers
- Chore Services
- Household Maintenance
- Transportation
- Respite
Safety Analysis:
- Accessibility design and modification referrals
- Provide information regarding housing alternatives
- Availability of Lifeline personal emergency response system through the Gardner VNA.
Financial & Legal Referrals:
- Specialized financial planning referrals for asset protection
- Elder Law referrals
- Estate planning
Insurance Assistance:
- Medicaid applications
- Social Security Disability Applications
- Information, assistance and advocacy with insurance eligibility
- Long-term care insurance referrals
Service Area:
- Worcester County and Franklin County
(Other areas are eligible for our services, just call for more information)
Referrals:
Referrals can be made by anyone interested in the My Home Connection program or concerned about themselves or a loved one in need of our services.
Payment methods:
- Private pay
- Long-term care insurance
Office hours:
7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Monday through Friday
How to Contact Us:
Kathy Kilhart, Director of Elder Care Services
(978) 632-1230, Ext. 3047 or (800) 382-7305
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Kathy Kilhart