Liberty Home Care and Hospice provides home health, hospice, and palliative care across North Carolina and Virginia, with CMS four- and five-star office ratings.
Home health patients needing physical, occupational, or speech therapy
Patients requiring wound care, infusion services, cardiac care, or gastrostomy and ostomy care
Families evaluating hospice or palliative care
Start of care must be within 48 hours unless otherwise noted by the physician.
How quickly can home health care start in Surry County?
Liberty states that start of care must occur within 48 hours unless the physician notes otherwise. Actual timing depends on the referral, clinical needs, staffing, and payer approval.
What is the difference between home health and non-medical home care?
Home health generally includes skilled services such as nursing, physical therapy, wound care, or infusion services. Non-medical care typically covers bathing, mobility assistance, meals, housekeeping, companionship, errands, and respite.
Does home health care require a doctor's referral?
Skilled home health services commonly require a physician or other authorized provider's order and an assessment of eligibility. Ask the agency and insurer what documentation is required for the specific service.
Can home care provide 24-hour or overnight assistance?
American Healthcare Services lists up to 24-hour private-duty care, while Live Long Well Care lists live-in and overnight care and service availability 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays.
When should I call emergency services instead of a home care agency?
Call 911 for life-threatening symptoms such as severe breathing trouble, chest pain, uncontrolled bleeding, or sudden serious confusion. Home care agencies are for scheduled support and are not a substitute for emergency response.