Heritage Home Health Care is a provider of Personal Care Assistant (PCA) services in St. Paul, MN. PCAs are trained workers who support individuals with their day-to-day activities, particularly for those on state programs such as Medical Assistance, waiver programs, or Alternative Care. These services are essential for individuals who require assistance due to disease, disability, or age-related complications.
The services provided by Heritage Home Health Care encompass a range of activities that help individuals maintain their independence and quality of life within their communities. PCAs assist with activities of daily living such as eating, toileting, grooming, dressing, bathing, mobility, and positioning, as well as instrumental activities like meal planning, household chores, and community participation. Additionally, PCAs may provide health-related functions delegated by licensed healthcare professionals.
Individuals eligible for PCA services must meet specific criteria, including being dependent in at least one activity of daily living or exhibiting Level 1 behavior. These services are typically delivered through either hiring an individual worker or engaging a home care agency to manage the worker. In Minnesota, PCA services are billed through a fiscal intermediary to ensure proper payment and oversight of the caregivers.
Heritage Home Health Care also caters to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, including those from Southeast Asian communities such as Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Additionally, the care home provides services for individuals identifying as part of the Hmong, Karen, Laotian, and Vietnamese communities. These cultural considerations promote a more inclusive and sensitive approach to care delivery for individuals with varying backgrounds and experiences.