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Healing Home Care From a Dedicated Team

A team of clinicians at home for a safe road to recovery.

Licensed nurses, therapists, medical social workers and aides provide skilled, physician-directed care at home to support recovery, long-term health management, safety and independence.

About ChristianaCare HomeHealth

ChristianaCare HomeHealth is the leading provider of home health care across the state of Delaware, committed to helping you or your loved ones recover comfortably at home.

Our team of healthcare professionals delivers personalized, patient-centered care with clinical excellence, compassion and respect, guided by ChristianaCare’s values. For more than 30 years, ChristianaCare HomeHealth has helped generations of Delawareans recover safely and maintain quality of life in the comfort of their homes. Learn more about why families choose ChristianaCare HomeHealth.

Request HomeHealth services – Schedule a home care services appointment by calling 888-862-0001 or request a referral. HomeHealth services are exclusively available within the state of Delaware.

Services We Provide

Explore our HomeHealth services below, or view all our services to find the right care for you or your loved one.

Receive professional nursing care at home, including medication management, wound care, chronic condition management and recovery support.
Build strength, improve mobility and regain independence with personalized physical, occupational and speech therapy at home.
Recover at home after a hospital stay with personalized monitoring and care coordination to help prevent complications and readmission.
Get emotional support, care planning guidance and help connecting to community resources for patients and caregivers.
For the Love of Health Podcast

Learn about the significant shift towards home-based care and the range of services ChristianaCare HomeHealth has perfected over a century of dedicated service, on the ChristianaCare podcast, For the Love of Health.

Home Health Care Eligibility

Understanding coverage and getting started is simple. You may be eligible for home health services if you are under the care of a physician who orders home health care, have a medical need for skilled nursing or therapy services, are considered homebound and have been referred by a physician from a hospital or rehabilitation community. If you are unsure if you qualify, please contact us at 888-862-0001. 

Many services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance, depending on your eligibility and the type of care ordered. Learn more about paying for care and your options.

Who We Help

ChristianaCare HomeHealth supports adults and seniors who want to recover safely and maintain independence at home. We care for individuals transitioning from the hospital, managing chronic conditions or needing skilled nursing or therapy services. We also provide education, guidance and support for family members and loved ones who help with care, helping ensure you and your loved ones feel confident, informed and supported every step of the way.

How to Request Home Health Services

Our home health services are available throughout the state of Delaware. Whether you need care for yourself or a loved one, or are a clinician referring a patient for home care, we make the process simple and supportive.

Getting started is easy:

  • Request services through a healthcare provider referral or self-referral
  • Or call us directly at 888-862-0001
  • Fast intake and coordinated scheduling
  • Support for patients, families and referring providers

Once you contact us, you’ll be connected with a knowledgeable nurse who will review your needs, discuss next steps and help coordinate care with your physician as needed.

Request HomeHealth Referral

Support for Serious Illness & Future Care Planning

Advance Care Planning

Plan ahead and understand your healthcare choices so you can know your preferences and guide your loved ones on your medical care.

Paliative Care

Get specialized support focused on comfort, symptom management and quality of life, while living with a serious illness.

Speciality Pharmacy

Our program can provide personalized support and ship medicines securely to your home to ensure comprehensive medication management.

One Gift, Many Possibilities

Throughout the community and in homes, ChristianaCare HomeHealth caregivers are the anchor when you need us most. They are there for life’s joys and challenges, pivoting to address you or your loved ones’ most urgent needs. 

At ChristianaCare, our mission is simple and profound: we take care of people. We could not achieve this mission without the generous support of grateful patients and donors. Supporting our home health programs and services is a powerful way to show you trust us to do what’s best for you, your family and your neighbors.

Your gift will make all the difference to our many neighbors who rely on ChristianaCare Home Health, across the region.

Make a Donation

Contact Us

Our goal is to make this time with your loved one manageable and filled with meaningful moments. For information on how we can provide the healing power of home to your entire family, call 888-862-0001.

ChristianaCare HomeHealth

New Castle County Office

Kent and Sussex County Office

Home Care A-Z Services List

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Our HomeHealth Services and Support

Explore ChristianaCare HomeHealth services, from skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to home health aides and social work, all coordinated for your needs

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Referral Forms

A Face to Face Encounter form is required by Medicare when ordering home health care for your Medicare patients.

Resources and Support for Family Caregivers

ChristianaCare offers tools, education and emotional support to help family caregivers manage daily tasks, complex care needs and their own well-being at home.

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Understanding Payment and Insurance for HomeHealth

Learn how Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance plans may help cover home care. Our team explains options and works with you to make care more affordable.

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Why HomeHealth Care Can Help You Thrive at Home

See how home-based care can reduce hospital visits, support recovery and improve quality of life, with a ChristianaCare HomeHealth team that partners with you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Home health care is generally for adults who need skilled medical care or support at home due to illness, injury, surgery or chronic conditions. You may qualify if:

  • A physician or clinician determines that you need skilled nursing, therapy or home health aide services at home
  • You can safely receive care in your home
  • You need short-term recovery support or ongoing management of a health condition

Our team helps confirm eligibility (such as homebound status) and works with your provider to get care started quickly.

ChristianaCare HomeHealth provides a wide range of clinically led services tailored to your needs:

  • Skilled nursing: Wound care, IV therapy, vital signs monitoring and chronic disease monitoring
  • Therapies: Physical, occupational and speech therapy to improve mobility, independence and communication
  • Medication support: Review, education and monitoring
  • Patient education & safety: Fall prevention, home safety checks and caregiver resources
  • Post-hospital or rehab care: Recovery support and coordination with your care team

Our clinicians ensure your medications are safe and effective:

  • Reviewing your current medications for interactions or errors
  • Educating you and your caregivers on proper dosing and timing
  • Monitoring for side effects or complications during visits
  • Coordinating with your physicians to update prescriptions as needed

This helps prevent missed doses, adverse reactions and unnecessary hospital visits. Learn about help with medication management. 

Home health services are often covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance, depending on eligibility and medical need. Our team will

  • Verify your coverage and benefits
  • Explain which services are covered and any out-of-pocket costs
  • Explain any deductible, copayment or coinsurance that you may be responsible for based on time of admission
  • Coordinate billing directly with your insurance, if applicable

We make the process simple, so you can focus on care, not paperwork. Explore your options for paying for home health care.

  • Home health is clinician-led care for recovery, chronic condition management or therapy that is short- or long-term.
  • Homemaker services provides non-medical household support such as light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation and errands to help maintain a safe and comfortable home environment.
  • Hospice care is end-of-life care focused on comfort, symptom management and support for patients and families.

ChristianaCare HomeHealth focuses on skilled medical care at home, supporting recovery, independence and safety.