Expert Medical Care at Home
With Sanford Health in-home medical services, you can heal in the comfort of your home. We help patients of all ages manage their health needs without hospitalization.
Partner with our experts to improve your quality of life and find personalized products and services.
In-Home Health Care
We serve patients with a wide range of medical needs. Our team can help you:
- Avoid a hospital visit
- Manage a disability or condition
- Receive ongoing treatment
- Recover from an injury
- Transition from the hospital to home
Our services focus on supporting you and addressing your unique health needs.
We offer:
- Blood draws, lab tests and INR monitoring
- Geriatric medicine – care that addresses the needs of older adults
- Home health accessories and medical equipment
- Home infusion therapy – treatment for those with chronic diseases
- Medical social services – help with social and emotional concerns
- Medication management – assistance with a medication schedule and administration
- Newborn care – help with feeding, sleep schedules, bathing and other baby care
- Pediatric care – specialized treatment and support for children, including extended care (up to 20 hours a day)
- Podiatry – foot care that includes inspecting and cleaning the feet, and trimming nails
- Rehabilitation therapy – physical, occupational and speech therapy tailored to each patient. Make a referral or call (844) 851-1515
- Skilled nursing services – assistance with disease and symptom management or recovery from an illness or injury
- Telemonitoring vitals – remote monitoring of blood pressure, pulse and more
- Wound care – treatment for chronic and complex wounds
If you need rehabilitation and therapy care, our team of specialists will help you recover from home with physical, occupational and speech therapy. We offer support and expertise that help you reach your fullest potential.
Your Home Health Team
Our home care specialists provide experienced, knowledgeable care to meet your needs.
Our team includes:
- Companions
- Home health aides
- Housekeepers
- Nurses
- Personal care attendants
Home Care FAQ
What is home care?
Home care means in-home medical care and is often referred to as home health care. Home care services are provided by an experienced, knowledgeable team of specialists who help patients with a wide range of medical needs.
What is home health care?
Home health care is another term for in-home medical care and services.
What is the difference between medical and nonmedical in-home services?
Medical in-home services include medication management, rehabilitation services, social work, wound care and other medical treatments. Your doctor will typically order this type of care for you.
Nonmedical in-home services include meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping and companionship. A home care aide helps with a patient’s daily needs and can be hired privately or through an agency.
Who qualifies for home care services?
If you’ve experienced one or more of the scenarios below, you may qualify for home care services:
- Trouble leaving your house or the inability to leave AND you have a new medical diagnosis, such as congestive heart failure or diabetes
- A change in your condition or worsening of symptoms
- A new medication that you are unfamiliar with and need help managing
- Recent hospitalization or discharge from a skilled nursing center
Do I need a referral?
Yes, but we can help. Ask your medical provider for a referral or contact your local Sanford in-home medical agency.
Does Medicare cover in-home medical services?
Medicare covers in-home medical services at 100% when certain conditions are met and care is prescribed by a physician. Read more.
Payment options:
- Long-term care insurance only covers home care if it’s part of your existing plan
- Medicare Advantage programs and most private insurance plans cover home health care but may require a copay
- VA benefits cover home health care
- Private pay if you don’t have insurance coverage or for nonmedical in-home services
Learn more about the senior care and services Medicare covers.
Who needs in-home medical services?
In-home medical services benefit those who are at risk of falling, need support due to recent injuries or have a chronic medical condition.
Learn more about choosing home care services.
Home Care Locations
South Dakota
Home Health in South Dakota
- Sanford Home Health Sioux Falls
2710 W. 12th St.
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
(605) 328-5900
- Sanford Home Health Vermillion
848 E. Cherry St.
Vermillion, SD 57069
(605) 677-3880
Minnesota
Home Health in Minnesota
- Sanford Bemidji Home Care & Hospice
3201 Pine Ridge Ave. NW, Suite A
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-5665
- Sanford Canby Home Care
112 St. Olaf Ave. S.
Canby, MN 56220
(507) 223-7277
- Sanford Home Care Pelican Rapids
211 Mill St. E.
Pelican Rapids, MN 56572
(218) 863-2273
North Dakota
Home Health in North Dakota
- Sanford Home Care Bismarck
910 18th St. NW
Mandan, ND 58554
(701) 323-8400
- Sanford Home Care Fargo
100 4th St. S., 4th Floor
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 234-4900
- Sanford Home Care Mayville
49 7th Ave. SE
Mayville, ND 58257
(701) 788-4400
Iowa
Home Health in Iowa
- Sanford Sheldon Home Health & Hospice
118 N. 7th Ave.
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-6420
*Not all Sanford Home Care agencies offer the same services. Call for more information.
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