Mercy and Empathy Home Care

Mercy and Empathy Home Care is a homecare agency serving Carmel, Indiana and surrounding areas. Homecare agencies provide non-medical personal care services that allow individuals to remain safely in their homes while receiving assistance with daily activities.

Services provided by homecare agencies typically include personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming), companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, transportation to appointments, and respite care for family caregivers.

In Indiana, homecare agencies are typically regulated by the Indiana State Department of Health and generally must maintain a Personal Services Agency License. Indiana requires licensure for Personal Services Agencies.

Payment Options: In Indiana, Medicaid may help pay for homecare services through programs like Aged & Disabled Waiver, CHOICE Program. These Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers help eligible individuals receive care at home instead of in an institutional setting. Contact Indiana Family and Social Services Administration or visit https://www.in.gov/fssa/da/aging-services/ to learn about eligibility and how to apply.

When selecting a homecare agency, consider factors such as caregiver screening procedures, training requirements, supervision practices, and the agency's responsiveness to client needs and concerns. Visit Indiana State Department of Health for more information about homecare services in Indiana.

Licensing requirements and regulations may change. We recommend verifying current requirements directly with your state's licensing agency.