Questions to ask before starting care at home
A focused guide for comparing services, confirming coverage, and preparing for a first conversation with a home-care agency.
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Better information makes the next decision easier.
Start with trusted Ohio and federal resources, then use A&A’s plain-language guides to prepare for a care conversation.
Official starting points
A short list worth saving.
These links open government websites. Program details and eligibility can change, so the official source controls.
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Ohio DODD waiver information
Compare Ohio's Individual Options, Level One, and SELF waivers and follow current program guidance.
Visit Ohio DODD02
Ohio Medicaid managed care
Find current managed-care information, plan choices, and the Ohio Medicaid Consumer Hotline.
Visit Ohio Medicaid03
Ohio PASSPORT program
Learn about Ohio's Medicaid waiver program that helps eligible older adults remain at home or in the community.
Visit Ohio Department of Aging04
Medicare home health coverage
Review Medicare's current eligibility rules, covered services, costs, and important exclusions.
Read Medicare guidance05
Medicare Care Compare
Search Medicare's official directory for participating home health agencies and public quality information.
Open Care CompareA&A guides
Start with the question in front of you.
Educational guidance for comparing care—not medical advice, an eligibility decision, or a coverage guarantee.
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A note about coverage
Eligibility is personal. Details matter.
Coverage can depend on the service, authorization, provider orders, program rules, network status, and the person’s individual plan. Ask both the payer and A&A to confirm before care begins.
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