Of all the places in the world, everyone feels the most secure in their own home. This is where your personal history has been created. You can sit in your own chair, sleep in your own bed, and use your own personal bathroom. The familiarity of knowing your environment allows you to stay relaxed. Rest comes easier. Life can be more carefree! Studies also show, that the body heals better at home. Recovery time is greatly reduced.

Archangel Home Health Inc. is a group of licensed nursing and health professionals dedicated to providing loving care for the sick or elderly. We specifically aid individuals, and families, that need home health care. Even though medical treatment is often thought of as being traumatic, we make it less so. We are kind and nurturing, and we do all that is needed to make life easier for you. Why not invite us into your home today!

You can schedule an appointment with us by calling - (562) 861-7047.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering home health care for yourself or a loved one, there may be questions you find yourself asking. Below are answers to the most common questions that are presented to us.

• What exactly is home health care?

  You may have heard different descriptions of home care. To simplify understanding, it is only necessary to remember that there are two categories. The general term, home care, describes the non-medical services provided to anyone that needs help in the functional needs of everyday living, such as: meals, grooming, and companionship. This can be provided by anyone, a relative, friend, or even a paid aide.

  The term, home health care, is more extensive and describes the services provided by a licensed nursing and therapy staff. You, or your loved one, may need an existing or newly diagnosed medical condition or illness. Frequently, we work with an elderly or ailing parent. With the supervision of the primary care doctor, our team develops a personalized plan to maximize recovery. This plan may include nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medical social work.

  We will implement this plan at whatever location a patient calls "home", including Assisted Living Facilities. In fact, many of our patients reside at such facilities and we make it a point to co-ordinate with the Administrators and staff of such facilities to ensure that the best medical care is being provided to the patients.

• How is your home health care agency different than other agencies?

  Unlike many other home health care providers, ARCHANGEL Home Health, Inc. is one of only a few accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), which ensure the highest possible standard of care. We are also licensed by the California Department of Public Health.

  In addition, the mission of ARCHANGEL Home Health, Inc. is to provide the best home health care in all of Los Angeles. We pursue this goal by continually seeking counsel, reviewing research, searching for the highest level of education available, and monitoring/responding to feedback.

  We also test the psychological and emotional intelligence of our staff. We only allow the highest quality of professionals to join the ARCHANGEL Home Health, Inc. team. In this way, we know that any challenge presented to us will be handled in the best manner possible. Every member of our team must also comply to the following:

  • Current Physical & TB Clearance
  • Fingerprint Clearence please include if applicable
  • Drug testing if applicable
  • Recent First Aid & CPR Training

  We our proud of each and every team member, knowing we can trust the service and care level they provide.

• What is the benefit to home health care?

  According to research, nine out of ten seniors would rather keep living at home when illness strikes. This allows them to maintain their quality of living. Studies, also show, that patients heal better, faster, and more frequently at home than in a hospital, nursing home or other institution. Simply stated, patients want to stay at home and be cared for when illness or a serious medical condition strikes.

• What does this care consist of?

  With the supervision of the primary care doctor, our dedicated team will develop a personalized plan to maximize recovery. The plan of care may include:

  • Nursing: comprehensive nursing assessments, and close monitoring of health conditions, including blood pressure, heart rate, and blood sugar, and oxygen levels.
  • Drawing blood and lab work.
  • Coumadin level monitoring (PT / INR levels).
  • Care and maintenance of urinary catheters, feeding tubes or IV therapy.
  • Heplock / PICC Line / Port-a-Cath Care.
  • Wound vacuum care.
  • Family / patient / health teaching / counseling.
  
  
  • Physical therapy: assistance with regaining muscle strength, balance, and walking.
  
  
  • Speech therapy: assistance with language skills, swallowing, and memory problems.
  
  
  • Occupational therapy: rehabilitation to restore bathing, cooking, and dressing skills .
  
  
  • Social Workers: guidance with financial problems and crisis management.
  
  
  • Registered Dieticians: dietary plans for special dietary and nutritional counseling.

  For additional details and more detailed listing, please look under our SERVICES section.

• How do I access home health care services?

  The patient, a family member, or patient representative may directly contact any home health care agency to access service. Physicians, Case Managers, Discharge Planners, Social Workers, and Assisted Living Facility Administrators may also make recommendations about home health. For people discharged from a hospital, Federal law guarantees a person's right to choose the home care provider that he or she wants in their home. The hospital is required to provide a list of all the home care agencies in addition to any hospital sponsored or owned home care agency.

• What is the cost of home care services?

  Medicare, Medicaid, and other commercial insurance providers allow coverage. We validate insurance work with anyone who is without insurance or with only partial coverage. We always ensure that proper home care is provided.