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Anytime we had a question, the ladies at Home Health called us back promptly. They taught me the proper way to use a shower chair. My safety and comfort were foremost during my home therapy.


It was a very good experience. I have used the Women’s Diagnostic Center several times and have always been pleased – the staff is very professional, confidential, and pleasant. Pekin Hospital is an excellent facility.


I had a very long labor and delivery, but I am so glad I made the choice to deliver at your hospital! Your staff was excellent! A special thank you to Dorothea and Laurel for everything they did. They truly did everything in their power to make sure our baby was taken care of.


All in all, I couldn’t ask for better treatment. Thanks to all of you.


The volunteers in the surgery waiting room area are very cheerful and nice. The escort volunteers do a great job.


I am an RN and have worked in other facilities including those in Peoria, but I was very pleasantly surprised with the quality and professionalism of the Physical Therapy staff. They had handouts with directions written for me – not all hospitals do this. A very good experience.


They were expecting me. I had gone to the doctor’s office and they suggested I go to the ER. They called to let them know I was coming and everything was already taken care of when I got there. I appreciate having a facility available when I need it.


I couldn't have been cared for any better. You are just the right size, just the right distance from my home.


The staff is very friendly and helpful. I got turned around in the hall, and I think it was a doctor who took me to my destination!


My mother has Alzheimer's and really doesn't remember things on her own to take care of herself. My mother and I were especially pleased with the care that the Home Health aide provided - very kind, patient, and friendly.


I have had surgery at Pekin and Peoria, and I prefer Pekin any time. All the nurses on 5 North are great!








Home Health Care

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Pekin Hospital Home Health provides expert nursing care in the comfort of your own home. At Home Health, we're not only good at taking care of you, we're good at cheering you up. Many of our patients find that our visits are the highlight of their day. With a bright smile and a friendly chat, spirits are instantly lifted... hearts are warmed.

Home Health is staffed by registered nurses and certified nursing assistants - all have gone through careful background checks before joining our team. For more information, please call (309) 353-0371.

Pekin Hospital Home Health wants you to know that you have the right to choose your home healthcare provider. Federal Law requires that patients be informed of their options for home care, and this is very important to us. The social services department at Pekin Hospital will provide you with a list of the many options available to you so that you can make an informed decision about who will be coming to your home. If you or a loved one will be going to an assisted living facility, you can still choose your home healthcare provider. Assisted living facilities do not have contracts with home care providers. It is important that you have control over who takes care of you or your loved one. Choosing the right agency can make a tremendous difference in your recovery.


What is the history of Pekin Hospital's Home Health?

Pekin Hospital's Home Health was the first hospital-based program in the state, established in 1960. Licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health and certified by Medicare, Medicaid and Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Pekin Hospital Home Health is also accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and is a member of the Illinois HomeCare & Hospice Council.

Why should it matter to me that Home Health is hospital-based?

Being hospital-based means we have access to resources such as diabetic educators, wound ostomy specialists, dieticians and specialty supplies that assist us in providing the quality of care you deserve.

What services does Home Health offer?

Pekin Hospital's Home Health provides a variety of outstanding services by highly skilled compassionate professionals, including:

  • Comprehensive patient assessment by registered nurses
  • Patient and family education for diabetes, wound care, catheter management, pain control and nutritional support
  • Medication instruction and monitoring
  • Rehabilitation assistance by skilled therapists
  • Personal care assistance by certified nursing assistants

Who is eligible for Home Health?

Home Health determines eligibility on a case-by-case basis. If your physician grants a referral, we will assess your condition and decide your service needs based on that evaluation. We provide service without regard to age, sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin or physical disability.

What role will the patient's physician play in Home Health?

The patient's personal physician directs the plan of care, receives progress reports about the patient's condition and adjusts services in response to changes in condition.

What is the cost?

The cost of Home Health is determined by the types of services the patient needs. The expenses may be covered totally, or in part, by Medicare, Medicaid or private health insurance. Our staff can help you determine insurance coverage before our visits begin. We will also complete the necessary forms and will bill Medicare, Medicaid or the patient's private health insurance company directly.

How can I arrange for Home Health?

For more information, talk to your physician about Pekin Hospital Home Health. You can also call us at (309) 353-0371. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. During evenings or weekends, call the same number and ask to speak to the nurse on call.

What makes Pekin Hospital Home Health unique?

We are a hospital-based agency and can provide a vital link between you and your physician.  We have the ability to help you move from one care setting to another easily and efficiently, ensuring a seamless transition back to your home so that you can get better faster.
 
Because we are hospital based, we have access to resources such as diabetic educators, wound ostomy specialists, dieticians, and specialty supplies so that we can provide you with the quality of care you deserve.


What patients might benefit from Home Health?

  • Individuals who have recently been hospitalized
  • Individuals who have a new diagnosis
  • Individuals who are weakened by illness
  • Individuals who have new or changed medications
  • Individuals recovering from surgery

What are the qualifications of Home Health staff? 

  • Registered Professional Nurses who maintain current licensing in the State of Illinois
  • Personal care givers who are certified nursing assistants who are background checked
  • Master prepared therapy staff through PTS

What is the overall philosophy for caring for patients?

The agency’s mission is to be the home health provider of choice in the communities we serve.  We strive to provide compassionate, professional, quality care to our patients.  

 

 


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