Amedisys Home Health Care

Amedisys Home Health Care in Canton, Georgia provides skilled nursing, therapy and other services to help patients recovering from illness, injury or surgery, as well as those living with chronic health conditions. The home health care team includes nurses, home health aides, social workers, physical therapists, speech therapists and occupational therapists, available on-call 24/7 for urgent needs.

Services offered include nursing care with pain management and monitoring, physical therapy to build strength and balance, occupational therapy for daily activities and home modifications, speech therapy for communication and swallowing, and wound care. Home health aides assist with personal care needs such as bathing and dressing. Medical social workers coordinate care with the broader healthcare team and provide counseling and referrals to local resources.

The organization offers specialized programs for patients with heart failure, COPD, diabetes, and fall prevention. A registered nurse works with each patient, their doctor and family to develop an individualized plan of care. Initial visits typically occur within 24 hours of discharge from a hospital or nursing facility, with follow-up frequency based on the patient's specific needs.

The home health care approach emphasizes allowing patients to recover in the comfort of their own homes, where they typically recover faster with fewer complications. Care is delivered using evidence-based clinical practices and an interdisciplinary team model that actively engages patients and their caregivers in their health management.