At Epic Home Healthcare, we work to identify the client’s indicators for a potential mental health crisis and develop successful strategies of de-escalation.

Recuperative Care

Home Recuperative Care
Recuperative Care at Epic Home Healthcare LLC

Providing Stability, Medical Support, and a Path to Recovery

What is Recuperative Care?

Recuperative care provides short-term medical and social services for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity who need a safe and supportive environment to recover from illness, injury, or hospitalization. These individuals may not require continued hospitalization but lack the proper environment or support for healing.
At Epic Home Healthcare LLC, we bridge the gap between hospital discharge and long-term housing or self-sufficiency, ensuring that individuals receive the necessary care to prevent avoidable hospital readmissions and provide a path toward stability.

Who We Serve

Our Recuperative Care Program is designed for vulnerable adults who:
  • Have been discharged from a hospital but lack a safe place to recover
  • Are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity
  • Require short-term medical care and social support
  • Need assistance managing their medications, wound care, and overall recovery
  • Are at risk of hospital readmission without proper post-discharge care

Our Services

We provide a comprehensive range of medical and supportive services to promote healing and long-term stability:
  • Medical & Clinical Support
  • Basic Nursing Care – Health monitoring and medical oversight
  • Wound Care – Proper wound management and dressing changes
  • Medication Support – Assistance with medication adherence
  • Chronic Disease Management – Support for conditions like diabetes, hypertension, etc.
  • Patient Education – Teaching self-care and health management
  • Social & Behavioral Services
  • Care Coordination – Collaboration with hospitals, case managers, and community partners
  • Supportive Housing Navigation – Assistance in finding stable housing
  • Mental Health & Substance Use Support – Connections to behavioral health services
  • Daily Living Assistance – Support with hygiene, meals, and other basic needs
  • Referral Assistance – Connecting clients to long-term resources and healthcare

Why Choose Epic Home Healthcare LLC?

  • Hospital Partnerships – We work directly with healthcare providers to ensure a seamless transition from hospital to recuperative care.
  • Holistic Approach – Our care model integrates medical, social, and behavioral support, addressing all aspects of recovery.
  • Reducing Readmissions – We help patients avoid preventable re-hospitalizations by providing essential post-discharge support.
  • Community Impact – By helping individuals recover in a safe, structured environment, we contribute to reducing homelessness and improving overall public health.

How to Refer a Patient or Get Involved

We welcome hospital case managers, social workers, and community organizations to refer individuals in need of recuperative care services.

Eligible Members

To be eligible for recuperative care services, an MHCP (Minnesota Health Care Programs) member must meet the following criteria:
  • 21 years or older if they have Medical Assistance, or 19 years or older if they have MinnesotaCare
  • Experiencing homelessness or are unhoused
  • In need of short-term medical care for fewer than 60 days
  • Requiring assistance with the covered recuperative care services
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