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45 Years
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Home Health & Hospice Care Services Tahlequah, OK
Cherokee Nation Home Health Services is a tribally incorporated non-profit agency dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality home care services. Established in 1981 by the Cherokee Nation, we specialize in Medicare and Medicaid-certified home health, hospice, and outreach programs for elderly and disabled individuals. Our transition to an independent entity in 1997 under the Balanced Budget Act allowed us to maintain not-for-profit goals while adapting to evolving healthcare standards. We serve northeastern Oklahoma with a focus on patient dignity, offering skilled nursing, therapy, and support services in the comfort of patients' homes. Our hospice division provides 24/7 on-call nursing and holistic care addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.Through state-licensed programs like the Oklahoma State Personal Care Plan and Advantage Waiver Program, we extend care to Medicaid-eligible individuals across 17 counties. Our team of registered nurses, home health aides, social workers, and volunteers ensures compliance with Medicare requirements while prioritizing patient comfort and family involvement. We maintain a near-perfect compliance record since obtaining hospice licensure in 2000. As the only locally owned non-profit hospice in Tahlequah, we combine cultural sensitivity with clinical excellence. Our service model integrates seamlessly with long-term care facilities while emphasizing home-based care whenever possible.
Services
Home Health Care
Hospice Services
Outreach Programs
Skilled Nursing
Therapy Services
Social Work Support
Spiritual Counseling
Bereavement Support
Respite Care
24-Hour Continuous Care
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have provided home health services since 1981 with Medicare certification
- Our hospice program maintains perfect compliance since 2000 licensure
- 24/7 on-call nursing services available for urgent care needs
- Specialized outreach programs for Medicaid-eligible individuals in Oklahoma
- Culturally sensitive care delivered by locally trained professionals
Associations and certifications
- Medicare Certified
- Medicaid Certified
Services
Home Health Care
Our home health care program provides skilled nursing and therapy services for patients recovering from illness or injury. Certified professionals deliver intermittent care under physician supervision, including wound care, medication management, and mobility training. Services follow Medicare guidelines requiring homebound status and physician-developed care plans.
Hospice Services
Hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure for terminally ill patients. Our interdisciplinary team provides pain management, emotional support, and spiritual counseling while respecting patients' religious beliefs. Services include 24/7 on-call nursing and bereavement support for families.
Outreach Programs
Outreach initiatives serve Medicaid-eligible individuals through Oklahoma's State Personal Care Plan and Advantage Waiver Program. Services include personal care assistance, home safety assessments, and coordination with Department of Human Services for eligibility determination.
Skilled Nursing
Registered and licensed practical nurses deliver specialized care including medication administration, wound care, and symptom management. Nurses develop care plans in collaboration with physicians and provide patient education for self-care management between visits.
Therapy Services
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy services help patients regain independence. Therapists develop customized exercise programs, teach adaptive techniques for daily activities, and provide equipment training to improve mobility and communication abilities.
Questions
What home health care services are covered by Medicare?
Medicare covers skilled nursing care, home health aide services, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology services, medical social services, and necessary medical equipment.
Who qualifies for hospice care?
Patients with terminal diagnoses and life expectancy of six months or less qualify for hospice care when they choose comfort-focused treatment over curative options.
How do I access Oklahoma's Advantage Waiver Program?
Contact your local Department of Human Services office to determine eligibility for Medicaid-funded Advantage Waiver services, which provide home and community-based care alternatives.
What areas do you serve?
We serve 17 Oklahoma counties including Adair, Cherokee, Delaware, Muskogee, Sequoyah, and Wagoner counties within a 50-60 mile radius of Tahlequah.
Are services limited to Native Americans?
No, our services are available to all eligible patients regardless of race or ethnicity across northeastern Oklahoma.
What happens during a hospice crisis?
Our 24/7 on-call system provides immediate nursing response for pain management or symptom control, with continuous care available for up to 48 hours during acute medical crises.
Reviews (2)
Doug Buchanan
Oct 30, 2021
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This Place does not Need to be in business anymore! The PCA program Is a joke to them, As they Cannot Be responsible for showing up. And when you call they act like it's not their responsibility? They make us wait all day, only to not even a call. And when they actually do get someone to show up, do not get them to grocery shop, unless you enjoy taking over half the order back. What a waste of time! A BAD company to put up with
Jacqueline Caldwell
Feb 23, 2021
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I truly enjoyed the AIDS and the nurses that were part of my Healthcare team the only problem I've had is with Administration and the office PPL. I feel that I was not valued nor would be heard when I had issues. I feel they need to truly reorganized the administration and their office personnel to treat the patients with compassion and respect.
