Benefits of Telehealth Video Visits

If you’re finding it challenging to schedule a doctor’s appointment during the workweek or struggling to secure an available primary care doctor, don’t worry. We’re here to provide you with assistance today, whether you prefer to utilize our telehealth services or visit our clinic in person. We accept most health insurance plans, including Kaiser, which frequently covers the costs of video visits, although some plans might require a co-pay. If you’d rather pay directly, we offer discounts for individuals with FSA and HSA plans or using debit cards. Video visits offer a practical solution, particularly for seniors who may face difficulties in getting around or for individuals who can’t afford to take time off from work. They also serve as a convenient option when your regular doctor isn’t available or if you have health-related questions during the weekend.

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American Canyon and Napa County Senior Medical Resources

Looking for senior medical resources around American Canyon, CA? Here are some great resources offered to seniors in the American Canyon area:

• In Home Support Services: In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) is a Medi-Cal program that is funded by county, state and federal dollars. The goal of the IHSS program is to allow low income aged, blind, and disabled persons, who are at risk for out-of-home placement, to remain safely at home by providing payment for care provider services. IHSS care providers may provide personal care services such as: bathing and grooming, dressing, and toileting as well as domestic services such as: house cleaning, meal preparation / cleanup, shopping, and laundry. Services are authorized based on the functional needs of the client and in accordance with program rules and regulations.

• Adult Protective Services for American Canyon: 707-253-4398 or (toll free) 888-619-6913 or

  https://www.countyofnapa.org/185/Adult-Protective-Services is responding to all reports of elder or dependent adult abuse.

   

• Public Health Nursing: The Public Health Nurse (PHN) provides assistance to all the programs under the Comprehensive Services for Older Adults umbrella. The goal of the PHN is to provide individualized intervention to those clients who are medically fragile and most at risk of poor health outcomes.
  • The PHN may provide the following types of services:
    • Accompaniment on home visits where there are medical concerns
    • Education and training (recipient and/or care provider) related to specific medical conditions
    • Education and training on the use of medical equipment (i.e. Hoyer lifts, glucometers, blood pressure machines, etc.)
    • Assistance with medication management and education
    • Short-term intensive case management
    • Advocacy and linkage to other services and supports
    • Assistance obtaining durable medical equipment (DME) / Incontinence Supplies
• Food Programs for American Canyon:
  • CalFresh: Food assistance available – The CalFresh program gives special help to seniors and people with a disability to buy nutritious food. Stretch your food dollars with the CalFresh program, available through the Self Sufficiency Services division. At CSOA, we have staff available to help you apply for CalFresh or answer questions about your CalFresh case.
  • Medi-Cal: There are many different Medi-Cal programs available for low-income seniors, disabled individuals, individuals in Long Term Care, or in need of at-home care (nursing facility level of care). Each program has distinct eligibility criteria. An eligibility specialist will evaluate your needs and determine eligibility to the correct program, click here to learn how to apply to Medi-Cal and other Medical Assistance Medi-Cal Medi-Cal. At CSOA, we have staff available to help you apply for Medi-Cal or answer questions about your Medi-Cal case.
• Older Adult Mental Health Services for American Canyon: Mental Health Case Management for Older Adults provides treatment and consultation to individuals 60 years of age and older who suffer from mental illness. For those enrolled in the program, we provide assessment, counseling, placement, Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) conservatorship monitoring and linkage to community services.We assess the individual’s problems and needs and collaborate with them, along with their supporters, on the development of a wellness and recovery plan. We then set out with them to accomplish the objectives of this plan. The plan is revised based on needs that arise.Services may include
  • Certainly, here’s a simplified explanation of those services:
    • Case Management: Help and guidance to address individual needs.
    • Family Support: Support and assistance for the families of those dealing with mental health issues.
    • Counseling: Talking to a professional to deal with mental health problems.
    • LPS Conservatorship and Monitoring: Legal help and ongoing oversight for people with severe mental health problems.
    • Connecting to Resources: Helping people find community resources and support.
    • Medication Monitoring: Keeping an eye on prescribed medications to make sure they work properly.
    • Rehabilitation Services: Programs to aid in recovering from mental health challenges.
    • Placement: Finding appropriate living situations for people in need.
    • Referrals to Other Resources: Sending people to other services and community groups.
    • Assessments: Evaluations to figure out what kind of help people need.
    • Older Adult Full Service Partnership: Special help for older adults dealing with mental health issues.

Hospitals Near Me in American Canyon

When to Visit an Emergency Room:Urgent Care is an excellent choice for many health concerns. It’s often significantly more affordable, typically 80-90% less expensive than an Emergency Room (ER) visit. Additionally, the waiting times are usually shorter, and most insurance plans are accepted at Urgent Care facilities. However, if you ever experience a life-threatening emergency, it’s essential to call 911 or head straight to the nearest Emergency Room for immediate medical attention.

Examples of when to visit an emergency room:

• Chest pain or difficulty breathing
• Weakness/numbness in one side
• Slurred speech