What is the difference between In-home care and home health?

In-home care provides non-medical assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, meals, and companionship. Home Health care is medical and ordered by a physician, offering skilled nursing, therapy, and clinical support to help patients recover or manage health conditions at home.

What is skilled nursing?

Skilled nursing provides medical care in the comfort of your home, delivered by licensed nurses under a physician’s supervision. Services may include medication management, wound care, injections, and monitoring of chronic conditions to support recovery and help prevent hospital readmissions.

How do I start home care and home health services?

To begin home care or home health services, call Complete Home Care for a free consultation. We’ll answer your questions, review your needs, and explain next steps. If you decide to move forward, we’ll complete an in-home assessment, draft care consents, and quickly coordinate your personalized plan so care can begin right away.

How much does home care and home health cost?

Private Duty Home Care in Florida typically starts around $30 per hour with a licensed, bonded, and insured agency like Complete Home Care. Costs vary based on the level of support, hours of care, and individual needs. Medicare-covered Home Health services, prescribed by a physician, are usually paid in full under Medicare Part A or Part B.

Who qualifies for Home Health care in Florida?

To qualify for Home Health care in Florida, patients must have a medical need that requires skilled nursing or therapy and be under a physician’s care. Services must be ordered by a doctor, and the patient must be considered homebound, meaning leaving home requires effort or assistance. Complete Home Care helps verify eligibility and coordinates physician orders.

Frequently Asked Questions

Complete Home Care provides compassionate, clinically guided home health and in-home care services across Florida.
Our Medicare-certified team of nurses, therapists, and caregivers is dedicated to helping seniors live safely, comfortably, and independently wherever they call home.

Explore our most common questions about home health, skilled nursing, therapy, and private duty care in Florida.

Frequently Asked Questions About Starting In-Home Care, Skilled Nursing, and Home Health in Florida

Choosing the right care at home can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re navigating medical terms, eligibility, and where to begin. At Complete Home Care, we’ve answered some of the most common questions families ask when exploring in-home care and home health services across Florida. Whether you’re looking for skilled nursing, personal care, or therapy at home, these FAQs are designed to guide you through the process with clarity and confidence.

Home Health Nurse is helping a senior to start in-home care

Home health nurse smiling while providing compassionate in-home care support

FAQ for Starting Service with Complete Home Care

Complete Home Care has compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions that our patients, families and providers ask of us. If you don’t see the question and the answer that you are looking for, feel to reach out to us on our website’s Contact page or call us at (571)-750-4502.

In-home care focuses on helping with activities of daily living (ADLs) — things like meal preparation, light housekeeping, and personal assistance. It’s perfect for seniors who need extra support to live safely and comfortably.

Home Health care, on the other hand, is medical in nature. It’s prescribed by your doctor and delivered by licensed nurses and therapists to help you recover after an illness, surgery, or hospitalization. At Complete Home Care, we offer both — so you can receive the right level of care, all in the comfort of home.

Skilled Nursing is medical care provided at home by licensed nurses under your doctor’s supervision. These nurses assist with medication management, wound care, injections, and education on managing chronic conditions. They also monitor your progress, communicate with your physician, and ensure your recovery stays on track.

At Complete Home Care, our skilled nurses combine clinical expertise with compassion to help you heal safely, maintain independence, and remain comfortable at home.

Starting home care or home health with Complete Home Care is simple — and it begins with a friendly phone call. During your free consultation, we’ll listen to your needs, explain your options, and guide you through what’s best for your situation.

If you decide to move forward, we’ll schedule an in-home assessment to better understand your goals and daily routines. From there, we’ll create your personalized care plan, prepare electronic or paper consents, and get your care team ready to begin — often within just a few days.

Even if you’re only exploring your options, you’ll leave the call with a clearer understanding of how home care and home health work in Florida.

For Private Duty Home Care, services in Florida generally start at about $30 per hour with a licensed, bonded, and insured agency like Complete Home Care. Pricing varies depending on your schedule, level of assistance, and specific care needs. While independent caregivers may charge less, choosing a reputable, licensed company provides added protection, accountability, and peace of mind for your family.

For Medicare-certified Home Health, services like skilled nursing or therapy are covered 100% by Medicare when ordered by your doctor. There’s no out-of-pocket cost for eligible patients — and our team will help confirm your coverage and coordinate everything with your physician.

If you’re not sure where to start, we offer a free consultation and assessment to review your needs and provide personalized recommendations.

Home Health care is a Medicare-covered service designed for patients who need skilled medical attention but prefer to recover at home instead of a facility.

To qualify in Florida, you generally need:

A doctor’s order for skilled nursing or therapy services.
A medical need such as wound care, medication management, mobility issues, or recovery from illness, injury, or surgery.
To be considered homebound, meaning leaving home requires considerable effort or assistance.

If you’re unsure whether you or a loved one qualifies, our team at Complete Home Care can review your situation, contact your physician, and guide you through the process. We’ll confirm your Medicare eligibility and handle all coordination, so you can focus on healing safely at home.

Connect With Florida’s Trusted Home Health Team

Get the compassionate, professional care your loved one deserves — right at home. Contact our team today to learn how Complete Home Care helps Florida seniors stay safe, independent, and supported.

Contact Our Care Team

Accreditations & Professional Affiliations

Home Care Association of Florida Seal Complete Home Care

Community Health Accreditation Partner Florida

Accreditation Commission for Health Care Seal Florida

Why Families Across Florida Trust Complete Home Care

Discover compassionate, personalized care for Florida seniors — delivered by skilled nurses, therapists, and caregivers. Download our brochure to learn more about our in-home care services.