What is our Mission Statement?
To enhance the lives of our clients by helping them continue to live independently and successfully in their own homes. We believe that all people, regardless of age, have a God-given right to live their lives to their full potential and to be treated with dignity and respect and we are committed to providing a level of service that exceeds the Home Care industry’s highest standards.
What are PCA Services?
PCA Services are a type of Home Care Service that helps people in Minnesota with their non-medical health related needs. The goal of PCA Services as with other Home Care Services is to help people live independently in their own homes and in the community. PCA Services are available to the elderly and individuals of all ages with special health care needs.
- Activities of Daily Living including eating, toileting, grooming, dressing, bathing, transferring, mobility, and positioning.
- Instrumental Activities of Daily Living including meal planning and preparation, managing financing, shopping for essential items, performing essential household chores, communicating by telephone and other media and getting around and participating in the community.
- Health Related Functions such as range of motion exercises, seizure intervention, or ventilator suctioning; and
- Redirections and intervention for behavior including observation and monitoring.
Can freinds or family be our PCA?
Having someone you already know and trust as your caregiver is very important for some people. At Advantage PCA/Senior Care we know that most long-term care is provided by family caregivers and we are happy to hire your friends or family members to be your PCA. Please visit our employee's page to see why Advantage PCA/Senior Care is a great place to work.
How do I know if I need a PCA?:
If you or a loved one needs help at home with non-medical Home Care PCA Servicessuch as:
- Dressing, oral hygiene, hair care, grooming, or bathing, mobility or transfers
- Light housework
- Scheduling and preparing meals
- Shopping for groceries or clothes
- Getting to and from medical appointments or community activities
- Companionship
What is Medical Assistance?
Medical Assistance (MA) is a state health care program which provides necessary medical services for disabled and elderly (65 or older) Minnesotans who have limited income and assets.
Am I eligibale for Medical Assistance?
You should contact your local county social services staff for more information and for specific guidelines, go to Health Care Programs on the Department of Human Services website.Individuals who make more than the MN income limits may still qualify with a co-payment.
How do I pay for PCA Services?:
There are a number of resources available to assist you in paying for PCA Services. In most cases,PCA Services are free for individuals on Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare. We are contracted with a number of insurance company’s and we also accept private pay.
How do I get PCA Services started?
Getting PCA Services started is easy!
- Contact us so we can determine your program eligibility;
- We will then request for a PCA assessment to be completed;
- At the assessment a nurse will determine how many hours of service you are eligible to receive; and then
- Services begin with the PCA of your choice.
To see if you or a loved one qualifies for PCA Services, Contact us. We can help!
We offer our employees benefits which can be used to help with child care costs, office visits, medication reimbursement and more.
In home care can be adapted to meet you r loved one’s ever changing needs, which makes it a wonderful option for an elder who is not ready or willing to move to a nursing home or assisted living facility.