West Virginia’s

1 A WORD TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS ACTING AS CAREGIVERS west virginia s choice adheres to the philosophy that all persons have an inherent right to live as independently as possible and strives to empower individuals to remain in their own home and community rather than entering a nursing home. For more information, or to make a referral, please contact the west virginia s choice (WVC) office nearest you and indicate your interest in home care services. WVC - BEAVER Box 856 Skelton, WV 25919 304-254-8524 888-284-5015 WVC - CHARLESTON 589 Midway Road Alum Creek, WV 25003 304-744-1636 888-284-5025 WVC ELKINS Box 1865 Elkins, WV 26241 304-636-9326 888-284-5040 WVC - HUNTINGTON Box 567 Barboursville, WV 25504 304-733-1094 888-284-5056 WVC - KEYSER Box 609 Keyser, WV 26726 304-788-7670 888-284-5012 WVC - MORGANTOWN Box 1319 Dellslow, WV 26531 304-291-3345 888-284-5059 WVC - MOUNDSVILLE Box F Moundsville, WV 26041 304-843-0910 888-284-5060 WVC PARKERSBURG Box 147 Parkersburg, WV 26102 304-485-9838 888-284-5022 west virginia s choice For Homemaker and other Home Care Services PROVIDED TO YOU STATEWIDE WE HELP TAKE CARE OF THE PEOPLE YOU LOVE Our agency offers in-home care services to eligible individuals statewide.

2 In-home care assists the client with actual day-to-day tasks involved in remaining independent. WHOM DOES THIS SERVICE COVER? west virginia s choice serves people widely varied in age and lifestyle. This assistance can be provided to persons who are elderly, physically disabled, mentally retarded and/or developmentally disabled. west virginia s choice serves both children and adults in need of daily living assistance. AM I ELIGIBLE FOR SERVICE? You must meet certain medical and financial criteria to qualify for services under Medicaid. Medical need is based on your ability to care for yourself in your home. Financial eligibility is determined by the Department of Health & Human Resources (some financial criteria may be waived). If you pay privately, there are no eligibility requirements other than your desire and ability to pay for the services. IS THERE A WAITING LIST FOR THIS SERVICE? There may be a waiting list, depending on what services you choose.

3 However, you may qualify to receive services immediately. WHERE ARE SERVICES DELIVERED? Services are provided to you right in your own home. This allows you and your family to enjoy privacy while receiving services you need. WHO WILL BE DELIVERING THIS SERVICE? Homemaker Aides provide your services. These aides are trained by Registered Nurses to provide them with the skills necessary to give you peace of mind as you or your loved ones are cared for at home. The aides will help you with the actual day-to-day tasks needed to keep you independent, such as assistance bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping and laundry. The nurse will conduct assessments, devise plans for your care and monitor the delivery of direct care services in your home. They will also serve as resource persons for you and your family. For more information call an office near you listed on the back of this brochure.

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