Skilled Care at Home
Skilled care at home to help you recover with confidence
Short-term home health care that helps you readjust comfortably after illness or injury—right where you feel most at ease.
Personalized support for your recovery
An easier, safer transition back home
After a hospital stay, surgery, or serious illness, the transition back home can feel overwhelming. A&D Home Health Care’s professional, short-term skilled care services are designed to make that transition easier, safer, and more comfortable.
With a physician’s referral, our team provides experienced, in-home care to support your recovery and help you regain independence. Whether you’re rehabilitating from surgery, managing a temporary health setback, or recovering from a chronic condition flare-up, we’re here to provide the care and guidance you need.
Short-term skilled care is typically provided for a few weeks to a couple of months, with a focus on helping you return to your daily routine smoothly and safely.
Is it right for you?
Is short-term skilled care right for you?
Short-term skilled care at home can help you get back to your regular routines in a variety of situations. You or your loved one may benefit from care if you are:
- Rehabilitating from surgery
- Transitioning home after a hospital stay
- Healing from illness, infection, or wounds
- Experiencing a flare-up of a chronic condition
- Experiencing deterioration requiring therapy interventions
- In need of medication education & management
Early support at home can improve long-term recovery outcomes, reduce stress, and help prevent unnecessary hospital readmissions. If you’re getting ready to leave a hospital or skilled nursing facility and feel uncertain about living independently and safely, short-term skilled health care may be ideal for you.
Comprehensive care for your recovery
Coordinated, physician-directed care
Every care plan is designed to ensure you receive the right level of support at every stage of healing.
Skilled Nursing
Licensed nurses provide essential medical care—monitoring your condition, managing medications, providing wound care, and supporting post-surgical recovery.
Home Health Aide Services
Hands-on support with personal care and daily routines, making recovery at home more manageable and comfortable.
Medical Social Worker Services
Connecting you with helpful resources, providing care-planning support, and helping you navigate healthcare and community services.
Speech Therapy
Targeted support for communication, cognitive, or swallowing challenges—helping improve function and confidence.
Occupational Therapy
Helping you regain the ability to perform everyday occupations such as bathing, dressing, and preparing meals.
Physical Therapy
Rebuilding strength, improving balance, and restoring mobility so you can safely return to daily activities.
Coverage made clear
Does Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance cover skilled care at home?
Short-term skilled care can be covered by Medicare or Medicaid—with no deductibles or copays—when it is medically necessary and referred by a physician. Private insurance may also cover this care, though requirements and pay structures differ.
To qualify for the Medicare Home Health Benefit, you must meet all of the following:
- A doctor provides a referral and plan for medical care at home
- You are homebound, or leaving home requires considerable and taxing effort
- You require one of the following: intermittent (not full-time) skilled nursing care; physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech-language pathology services; or an appointment with your provider shortly before or after starting care
We know insurance coverage can be confusing. Our team is here to help you understand your coverage, verify your benefits, and guide you through the process—so you can focus on your recovery, not the paperwork. Contact us to learn more about coverage.
Frequently asked questions about short-term home care
How long does short-term skilled care last?
Short-term care typically lasts from a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on your condition and how quickly you progress in your recovery.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
Yes. Short-term skilled care is usually provided based on a physician’s order to ensure the care you receive is medically appropriate.
Will insurance cover these services?
Many insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid, cover medically necessary skilled care services. Our team can help you verify your benefits and understand your options.
Can I receive care at home after surgery?
Yes. Many patients receive skilled nursing and therapy services at home after procedures like joint replacement, helping them recover safely and comfortably.
What is the goal of short-term skilled care?
The goal is to support your recovery, help you regain independence, and allow you to return to your daily routine as quickly and safely as possible.
Our service area
Skilled care across Michigan & Ohio
A&D Home Health Care provides short-term skilled care across communities throughout Michigan and the greater Dayton, Ohio area—helping patients recover safely at home with expert, compassionate support.
Recover safely and comfortably at home
With the right support, recovery doesn’t have to happen alone. A&D Home Health Care provides skilled, compassionate care that helps you heal, regain independence, and move forward with confidence.