“There’s No Place Like Home – For Growing Old”

You may have had a wake up call  alerting you to the fact  that caring for your loved one is more than you can manage. We will help you cope with the everyday pressures of care giving, helping you to keep your life stay on track. We are a RN owned and managed private duty Home Health agency licensed by the state of Florida. We support your entire family from newborns through seniors. We are committed to delivering exceptional client centered senior care services, which enhances our client’s life providing them happiness, safety, and independence. Plus we provide you the peace of mind and freedom to be a “kid” and not a caregiver for your parents.

We do not send “supervisors or sales” people to your home to do assessments or admissions, only RNs or LPNs .  We often start providing services after Medicare or other acute care insurance ends to help in your complete recovery.  In addition we help family caregivers who are exhausted or need a break by providing respite care options. Taking the worry out of care giving for you is what we do best.

We are members of the Alzheimer’s Early Detection Alliance, and our agency co-founder and Executive Director of Nursing, Bonnie Charpentier, is a certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disease trainer approved by the State of Florida.

Why choose Partners in Healthcare?

• We are a RN managed home care agency
• We specialize in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.
• We  provide Liability Insurance and Bonding, plus Worker’s Compensation.
• All caregivers receive FBI, FDLE and DMV background checks, TB test, and reference checked.
• Support for clients with spinal cord injuries.
• We are not a temp employment service for independent contractors

• Support for dementia related diseases and related aging problems.
• Our staff receives training on Alzheimer’s, Parkinson, MS, and other complex medical conditions.
• Joint Commission’s latest quality report Dec. 2010
• Caregiver services are customized to each client and their family!
• We participate in the Home Health Quality Improvement National Campaign.

What differentiates us from a non-medical “companion-sitter” service, is that Partners in Healthcare is licensed as a Home Health Agency allowing us to provide personal and skilled nursing services. This allows us to match our clients’ needs as their requirements change. PLUS our caregivers are managed by an RN.  Registered Nurses or LPNs develop and mange your healthcare plan, and visit you monthly or as needed.

Many people believe that if they hire a caregiver privately or an independent contractor through a Nurse Registry they are not an employer.  People often think they can beat the system, but read IRS Publication 15-A the Employer’s Supplemental Tax Guide for the facts.  Call us we can help explain the differences, baptism by fire can be very costly when dealing with tax code, unemployment or professional liability insurances.

Planning for Senior Home Care Services

When you develop a chronic health condition like Diabetes, Arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, or Parkinson’s disease aging in place means more than just staying put. You need a place to live that is safe and has been adapted to your needs and abilities. You may also need home modifications that can improve the safety of your home and extend the time you can remain there. We can design a Care Plan to help you stay in your home, or support you wherever you choose to live. “All my clients are special to me and my team, therefore we always design a Care Plan specific to their unique needs”, said Bonnie Charpentier RN and owner.

Our services are typically paid by the individual or their Long Term Care (LTC) insurance, since Medicare and most acute care insurance does not pay for home care. Often one must complete a financial analysis of funding options ranging from annuities, LTC Insurance, reverse mortgages, or trusts to determine the best solution for their situation. Knowing your health risks and financial options can make a big difference in your ability to stay in your home, call us for assistance. Planning is the key to a healthy, safe, and happy life. There is no “free lunch” when it comes to healthcare, but we along with our network of preferred partners can help you solve your home care issues.

Client Testimonials

“From our first meeting we were impressed with your knowledge of care needed and professionalism. Your excellent care provided proper recovery and a level of independence Mom was hoping to find. Thanks again.”
– M.B. (Longwood, FL)

“I shudder to think of what might have happened to our beloved friend had we not signed up with your company just 3 days before she unexpectedly became incapacitated in her own home! You came to the rescue that day and have been by our side ever since providing services in so many different ways! Partners in Healthcare provided the lifeline we needed between Orlando and Jacksonville throughout this difficult time. You were there at the hospitals, the rehab facilities, and nursing homes providing companionship to Mary, as well as, valuable information to us. Now, eight months later, as a result of your reliable actions and trustworthiness, Mary is eager to move back into her “modified” home and resume her life. We owe this smooth transition to your knowledgeable guidance every step along the way! We can’t thank you enough for all you have done so far and look forward to continuing our “partnership” with your company as we enter this new phase of home healthcare for our loved one!”

– D.C. (Jacksonville, FL)

The 2011 study of healthcare cost is available by clicking the following link - 2011 Genworth Healthcare study