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Groveland Home Health Aides For Medically Fragile Children Program
Supporting families with specialized care for their medically fragile children.
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About the Home Health Aides For Medically Fragile Children Program
Dedicated Care for Medically Fragile Children in Groveland
The Home Health Aides For Medically Fragile Children Program in Groveland is designed to address the critical need for healthcare workers by equipping family caregivers with the necessary skills and training. This initiative allows families to provide high-quality care for their medically fragile children while receiving financial compensation. Through comprehensive training and ongoing support, family members become certified aides, delivering essential care in the comfort of their homes.
Program Benefits
Learn about the key benefits of participating in the Home Health Aides For Medically Fragile Children Program.
Financial Stability
Earn a consistent income up to 40 hours per week by caring for your child.
Extensive Training
Participate in a thorough training program covering all aspects of home care.
Comprehensive Support
Access a dedicated team for continuous support and guidance.
Reduced Hospital Stays
Help lower the number of hospital visits with ongoing home care.
Flexible Scheduling
With the program, you get paid for caregiving, eliminating the need to balance work and caregiving. Enjoy a schedule that fits your family's needs.
Improved Family Life
Enhance your family’s quality of life by providing care in a familiar environment.
Why Choose Atlantic Care?
Your Partner in Exceptional Care
Atlantic Care Services is committed to providing top-notch care for medically fragile children and comprehensive support for their families through personalized training and ongoing assistance.
Experienced Team
Our team of skilled RNs and caregivers has extensive experience in pediatric and home healthcare.
Tailored Training Programs
We provide training programs customized to meet the specific needs of each family.
Round-the-Clock Support
Our support network is available 24/7 to help you navigate any challenges.
Eligibility Requirements
Qualify for the Home Health Aides
For Medically Fragile Children Program
See if you meet the criteria to participate in the program and provide care for your child.
Minimum Age
You must be at least 18 years old to join the program.
Family Relationship
You must be a caregiver for a relative under 21 years old who qualifies for Medicaid.
Required Training and Screening
Complete the necessary training and pass a Level 2 background screening.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about the Home Health Aides For Medically Fragile Children Program.
Eligibility requires your child to receive skilled or respite care services under Medicaid.
As of August 2024 the Agency of Healthcare Administration has said they hope to have the program fully implemented and live “within a couple of months.” We are keeping a close watch for any official announcements.
We are currently awaiting final guidelines on this matter. Please stay tuned for further updates.
We are awaiting final guidelines on this matter. Please stay updated for further information.
We accept Cigna, Simply, Aetna, Humana, Sunshine Health, Sunshine CMS, and United Health. Please contact us for the most current list of accepted insurance providers.
Yes, the Agency for Healthcare Administration has confirmed that income earned from the program will count towards their reportable Medicaid income level.
At this time the Agency for Healthcare Administration has announced that Patients on the Florida Kid Care Medicaid program are not eligible, however we are monitoring this closely and will communicate any changes.
No, the $25 refers to Medicaid’s scheduled reimbursement rate paid to the agency you are employed through. However, agencies in Florida can negotiate higher reimbursement rates with managed care organizations. As a result, hourly rates may vary depending on an agency’s individual contract.
A family Home Health Aide (HHA) can work up to 40 hours per week. Any additional hours that the patient is approved for can be covered by other nurses provided through our agency.
AHCA is required to strictly adhere to the language in HB 391. Since the bill did not instruct AHCA to create a specific waiver for this program, they are unable to do so. Any changes would need to come through the legislative process, meaning AHCA must develop and implement the program as outlined in the current bill.
To be eligible for the AMFC program, you must currently be receiving PDN services through an agency.
Agencies are not required to participate in this program. We have decided to participate in this program because of the great opportunity it provides our patients and their families.
The AMFC training program helps family members enhance their skills and knowledge in order to care for their medically fragile child or family member as an employee of Atlantic Care Services.
No, the training is provided at no cost to families.
The training consists of 40 hours of theoretical instruction, 10 hours of medication management, and additional hands-on training and skills competency assessments that are currently being developed.
Interested and qualifying family members will receive an email with detailed instructions on accessing the training platform.
Yes, the training can be accessed on mobile devices by downloading the Trainual app, but using a computer or laptop is recommended for the best experience.
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