October 30, 2023
In the fall of 2022, the Illinois HomeCare and Hospice Council (IHHC) convened a committee, chaired by Sheila McMackin, LCSW, to explore the concept of applying levels of care to in-home health care. (To learn about levels of care, see our blog post, “Like Hospitals, Home Care Agencies Should Have Levels of Care.”) The Levels ... Read More
March 21, 2023
What makes Wellspring stand out from other in-home care providers? Our skill in caring for high-acuity, chronically ill patients in the home is a major plus for our clients. Home care agencies that provide only housekeeping and companionship are not licensed to do that. In addition, we provide nurse-managed care, which means each client’s care ... Read More
January 31, 2023
What happens when a hospital is ready to discharge a patient who still needs ongoing clinical care? Typically they’re transferred to a nursing home or nursing and rehabilitation center. Most people would rather be sent home (or wherever they call home) so they can continue living in their own space. Fortunately, clients who choose Wellspring ... Read More