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Statistcs show that about 50% of all patients dicharged from hospital
require in home follow up nursing care, which can not be provided by family.
We also know that about 10% of all patients visiting medical practical offices
need home care services and about 20% of patients over 65 years of age are diagnosed
with physical impairments requiring in home care.
Home care agencies provide equipment, primary medical care, nursing and rehabilitative
services to the patients in the comfort of their home in order to give them the opportunity
to regain their maximum level of health and independence, and reduce the need for hospitalization,
nursing home placement and the risk of readmission or lengthy stay in the hospitals.
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