Ascension at Home together with Compassus

Ascension at Home together with Compassus is a home health care service serving Lafayette, Indiana and the surrounding counties of Benton, Fountain, Montgomery, Parke, Tippecanoe, Vermillion, and Warren. The organization provides in-home care to help patients recover from surgery and injury, manage chronic conditions, and maintain independence under the direction of their physicians.

The service offers skilled nursing visits, personal care assistance, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Care plans are developed to support smooth transitions back home, with nurses and therapists providing ongoing visits to support patients and their families. The organization has developed 16 evidence-based management programs for frequently seen conditions, with a goal of preventing unwanted hospitalizations.

In-home services are typically fully covered by Medicare, VA benefits, or private insurance plans. The care team includes experienced medical professionals and skilled social workers who provide personalized support with respect and dignity, allowing patients to receive care in the comfort and security of their own homes.

Ascension at Home together with Compassus also offers hospice services, supported by trained volunteers who assist patients and families with various needs such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and companionship. All volunteers receive free training at a local office.