Long-term Care
A program of Vermont and New Hampshire Medicaid, this service
cares for people who have chronic medical problems and need extended care in their homes to avoid admission to a nursing home. Some common qualifying conditions include stroke, congestive heart failure, emphysema, diabetes, vascular disease and muscle disorders.
Eligible patients may receive some or all of these services:
- Case management, to assist with planning, coordination and monitoring of all required medical and social services.
- Personal care, to provide help with activities such as eating, walking, personal hygiene, cooking, and shopping.
- Homemaking, to help maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment in the home.
In Vermont, assistive devices, home modifications and respite for caregivers may be available.
- Vermont Traumatic Brain Injury Program assists individuals 16 years or older with moderate to severe brain injury to achieve optimal functioning in order to resume life and work in the community. Services include case management, life skills aides and other service coordination.