Gainesville, FL · Non-Profit
Uf Health Shands Homecare — Gainesville, FL
Patient survey results (HHCAHPS)
90%
Received professional care
88%
Good communication
82%
Discussed medication safety
88%
Would recommend
Based on 299 patient surveys · Data from CMS Home Health Compare
CMS Outcome Measures
Source: CMS Home Health Quality Measures. Data reflects Medicare-certified patient outcomes.
About Uf Health Shands Homecare
Uf Health Shands Homecare is a Medicare-certified, non-profit home health agency serving Gainesville since 1977. They offer skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, medical social services, and home health aide support.
What to expect
If your parent qualifies for home health services, Uf Health Shands Homecare can send nurses to manage medical needs, therapists to help with movement and daily activities, and aides to assist with personal care. A social worker can also help connect you to community resources. Services are provided in your parent's home, which many families find more comfortable than facility-based care.
Services offered
Skilled Nursing
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Pathology
Medical Social Services
Home Health Aide
Frequently asked questions
What services do they provide?
The agency offers six types of services: skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, medical social services, and home health aides to assist with personal care.
Are they Medicare certified?
Yes. Uf Health Shands Homecare is Medicare certified, which means they meet federal standards for home health care.
How long have they been serving the community?
The agency was founded in 1977 and operates as a non-profit organization.
How do I contact them?
Call (352) 265-0789 or visit their office at 1610 NW 23rd Ave in Gainesville.
Local context
Gainesville has 11 home health agencies to choose from. Uf Health Shands Homecare's 3-star rating places it in the lower half of the local average of 3.75 stars, meaning some other agencies in your area have received higher ratings. You may want to compare ratings and services among the other available options.
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