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| 440 West Laurel Avenue - Plentywood, Montana 59254 - P: (406) 765.3700 - F: (406) 765.3800 | ||
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Sheridan Memorial Home Health brings a wide range of health care
professional services into Sheridan County homes when ordered by a
physician. Most hospital patients want to go home as soon as
possible. Home care is a sensible alternative to a long-term stay
in the hospital or nursing home when the situation allows. Home
care involves the patient and family and develops a plan of care that
meets the patient's needs. Health care in the safety and comfort
of the home becomes a reality with our caring staff. HOME HEALTH TEAM Nurses Holistic management of patient care in the home setting includes:
Provide personal care including bathing, care of skin, hair, nails and mouth. Assist with light housekeeping, laundry and assist with exercise programs as established by a therapist. Physical Therapy Assesses physical limitations and implements an exercise program to increase strength, gait endurance, and self-sufficiency; assesses ambulation and need for special equipment; implements passive and active exercises and rehabilitation therapy; and instructs patient and family in an exercise program and body mechanics necessary for patient care. Occupational Therapy Evaluates needs in the areas of activities of daily living and safety; performs home assessments for safety and equipment needs, and gives function-oriented treatment to those with motor, sensory, and cognitive deficits. Speech Therapy Assesses a patient's rehabilitation needs for speech, communication, and swallowing disorders, and provides treatment; trains patient, family or caregiver to carry out effective exercise programs; and recommends appropriate equipment. Social Worker Assists with financial concerns; acts as an advocate with community agencies; assists with long-term goal planning, assists with emotional support with appropriate counseling and referrals; provides education regarding family and patient social or emotional needs; and coordinates discharge planning. ADDITIONAL SERVICES LIFELINE Lifeline is personal emergency response service that allows patients to remain independent in their homes. Home monitors and personal help buttons are available for a low monthly fee. PRIVATE AIDE CARE CNA services are provided for patients needing assistance with bathing, personal care, exercise programs, meal preparation, or light housekeeping. There is an hourly charge. Mileage and driving time are charged for out of town visits. FOOT CLINIC Foot clinic is available to all Sheridan County residents. Services include a skin assessment, soaking feet, trimming toenails, and filing callouses. Supplies are provided. A nominal fee is charged. PRIVATE DUTY NURSE Home Health will provide skilled nursing visits on a private pay basis for patients who are not covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance. Skilled services include assessments, diet teaching, dressing changes, medication management, foot care and injections. There is an hourly charge. POLST Home Health can provide an ID Card for patients who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness which will immediately alert EMS personnel of a Do Not Resuscitate order. CONTRACTED SERVICES INSURANCE PHYSICALS Provides RN assessments for long term care insurance providers and for paramedical services needed to determine eligibility for insurance. MONTANA STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE Provide home health services including nursing care or home-based therapy to those insured and covered by the State Fund for Worker's Compensation claims. RESPITE CARE Offers temporary support services of short term living arrangements without cost for eligible Sheridan County residents in order to provide a brief period of rest for family members or other care-givers. Two sources of respite are available:
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8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Services may be provided at other times as needed. Home Health Services will be Reimbursed by: Medicare Medicaid Private Insurance Veteran's benefits Workers Comp. Self Pay Foot
Clinics
SMHA -Every Other Wednesday Plentywood Pioneer Manor - every 6 weeks on Tuesday Additional Services Contracted Services |
| Sheridan Memorial Hospital &
Nursing Home 440 West Laurel Avenue Plentywood, Montana
59254 P: (406) 765.3700 F: (406) 765.3800 |
