Patient & Caregiver Resources

VNS' home health and hospice services are covered through various payers and benefit plans.

Private payers include commercial health insurance companies and managed care organizations. Government and public payers provide home health and hospice coverage through Medicare, Medicaid, and other community or state administered programs. Individuals and families may also pay for services directly.

If you or a family member need home health services following surgery or an illness, VNS can help you navigate your coverage options and assist you in understanding your eligibility and coverage under various insurance programs including Medicare and Medicaid.

For additional information, contact VNS at 800-551-8671.

Personal Care and Household Assistance

For private duty personal care and household assistance personalized to you or your family member’s specific needs, contact Hartford HealthCare Independence at Home to schedule a phone consultation or in-home assessment by one of our care coordinators.

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Additional Resources

  • Medicare Home Health Services
  • Medicare: How Hospice Works
  • Medicare Home Health Compare
  • Medicare Hospice Compare
  • Consumer Tips To Care For A Loved One At Home
  • Connecticut Association of Healthcare at Home
  • National Association for Home Care & Hospice
  • National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
  • Home Health Quality Improvement (HHQI) Consumer Resource Center