Allina Health Home Health I is dedicated to supporting individuals in maintaining their independence and quality of life by delivering a comprehensive range of medical and supportive services directly to their homes. This program is designed to address the needs of people experiencing chronic and advanced illnesses who require ongoing medical attention outside of a hospital setting. By tailoring an individualized care plan for each patient, the team at Allina Health Home Health I ensures that every person receives the unique combination of support, knowledge, and expert assistance needed to navigate their health challenges while remaining in the familiar setting of their own home.
Among the core offerings is the Home Health service, where highly skilled professionals provide intermittent visits for nursing care, home health aide support, social services, and a variety of professional therapies including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. The specific blend and frequency of services depend on the patient’s medical provider’s orders, ensuring truly personalized care. For older adults, the Senior Health program focuses on medical services in transitional care units as well as in-home care through the Complex Care Program, working closely with patients and their families to provide routine care and manage ongoing medical concerns.
Allina Health Home Health I also provides specialized care for mothers and newborns, recognizing that some expectant or new mothers may require additional medical attention either during or after pregnancy. In these cases, a dedicated Mother & Newborn nurse will visit at home to deliver the necessary care, thereby supporting maternal and infant health in a comforting environment.
Patients in need of infusion medications can benefit from home infusion therapy, which allows for intravenous treatments to be administered outside the hospital setting. Medications are delivered directly to the patient, and a specially trained infusion nurse offers guidance and education to patients and families on administering the medication safely and effectively.
For those facing life-limiting illnesses, hospice care at Allina Health Home Health I is designed to focus on enhancing comfort and quality of life. The hospice team assists individuals whose life expectancy is six months or less if the illness follows its natural course, helping patients and their loved ones make the most of each moment wherever they call home. The program provides not only medical care, but also emotional and spiritual support to both patients and families.
Palliative care is another essential service offered to anyone at any stage of a serious chronic or advanced illness. By addressing pain, other difficult physical symptoms, and helping patients and families articulate their goals of care, palliative care at Allina Health Home Health I aims to improve the quality of life for all involved. These services are available in a variety of settings, from inpatient facilities and clinics to community and home environments.
Additionally, the Home Hospital Care program enables patients who would otherwise need hospital admission to receive acute medical services at home. This includes coordinated visits from providers, nurses, and therapists, with additional support through biometric monitoring and 24/7 access to nurse triage. Through these diverse programs and services, Allina Health Home Health I prioritizes compassion, dignity, and personal choice, committed to delivering high-quality care to individuals in their preferred setting. Insurance options such as Medicare, Medicaid, and many private and long-term care plans typically cover a range of these services, making them widely accessible to those who need them.