HEALTHCARE AT HOME: WHERE RECOVERY HAPPENS BEST
Home is where you want to be when recovering from an injury, illness, or surgery, or while managing a chronic disease. ALC Home Health Care brings skilled medical professionals, cutting-edge technology, and compassionate care directly to you, eliminating the stress of transportation and allowing healing to happen in familiar, comfortable surroundings.
For nearly two decades, ALC Home Health Care has been Chicagoland’s trusted partner for in-home skilled nursing and therapy services.
Delivered in collaboration with your physician and other healthcare professionals, our highly skilled team uses a holistic, multi-disciplinary approach to optimize your well- being. Under the leadership of a registered nurse, we plan, monitor, and deliver outstanding home health care tailored to your unique needs.
OUR SERVICES – COMPREHENSIVE CLINICAL CARE AT HOME
ALC Home Health Care provides compassionate, quality care all in the comfort and safety of home.
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Disease Management
(Disease Mgmt)
- Diabetes Care: Blood glucose monitoring, insulin management, nutrition education, and complication prevention
- Cardiac/CHF (Congestive Heart Failure): Medication management, vital sign monitoring, symptom assessment, and lifestyle education to prevent hospitalizations
- Pulmonary/COPD: Breathing treatments, oxygen management, medication administration, and techniques to improve respiratory function
- Dementia Care: Cognitive assessment, caregiver education, safety planning, and medication management for memory-related conditions
Specialized Medical Care
(Specialized Medical Care)
- Advanced Wound Care: Assessment, treatment, and monitoring of surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and other complex wounds (for specialized wound care, see [ALC Advanced Wound Care])
- Catheter Care: Management of urinary catheters, PICC lines, and other medical devices, including insertion, maintenance, and education
- Ostomy Care: Support for patients with colostomies, ileostomies, and urostomies, including appliance changes, skin care, and patient/caregiver education
Transitional Care
(Transitional Care)
The transition from hospital to home is a vulnerable time when complications and readmissions are most likely to occur. Our transitional care program provides:
- Timely follow-up within 24-48 hours of discharge
- Medication reconciliation to prevent errors
- Coordination with physicians and specialists
- Monitoring for complications or decline
- Patient and caregiver education about the care plan
- Connection to community resources and support services
Result: Reduced readmissions, improved outcomes, and peace of mind for patients, families, and referring partners.
Therapy Services
(Therapy Services)
- Physical Therapy (PT): Restoring mobility, strength, balance, and function after injury, surgery, or illness. Includes gait training, therapeutic exercises, and fall prevention.
- Occupational Therapy (OT): Helping patients regain independence in daily activities like dressing, bathing, cooking, and managing their home environment.
- Speech Therapy (ST): Addressing swallowing difficulties (dysphagia), communication disorders, and cognitive challenges that affect daily function.
Medication Management
(Medication Management)
- Medication Setup: Organizing medications in pill boxes or blister packs to prevent confusion and missed doses
- Medication Administration: Trained nurses administering medications that patients cannot safely self-administer
- Medication Education: Teaching patients and caregivers about medications, including purpose, dosing, side effects, and interactions
Support Services
(Support Services)
- Medical Social Services: Licensed social workers who provide counseling, connect families to community resources, assist with advance care planning, and address psychosocial needs.
- Nutritional Counseling: Dietary assessment and education for disease-specific nutrition needs, weight management, and healthy eating.
- Podiatry Services: In-home foot care for patients with diabetes, circulation problems, or mobility limitations.
WHY CHOOSE ALC FOR HOME HEALTH
Since 2006, ALC has consistently earned top accolades and community support through our commitment to skilled, compassionate care.
- CHAP-Accredited Quality: Proof of outstanding care
- Experienced Clinical Staff: Decades of experience and a consistent face in your home
- Compassionate, Ethical Culture: Dedication to compassionate care and doing the right thing at the right time
- Holistic, Multi-Disciplinary Approach: We don’t just treat conditions, we treat the whole person
- Trust and Respect: We’re guests in your home, and we will work to earn and keep your trust
- Education and Advocacy: We empower patients and families through education, helping you understand your condition, participate in care decisions, and advocate for your needs within the healthcare system.
- Part of a Complete Continuum: As part of ALC Health Care Services, we offer seamless access to primary care, advanced wound care, palliative care, hospice, and private duty services—ensuring the right care at the right time as needs evolve.
What makes ALC the right home health care partner:
- Responsive and Reliable: We return calls promptly, admit patients quickly, and communicate proactively about care plans and any changes in status.
- Clinical Excellence: Our CHAP accreditation and outcomes that exceed national benchmarks mean you can be confident in the quality of care your residents and patients receive.
- Reduced Readmissions: Our transitional care program and proactive monitoring help keep patients out of the hospital, which benefits your organization’s quality metrics and reputation.
- Seamless Communication: We coordinate closely with your staff, providing regular updates and collaborating on care plans to ensure continuity.
- Complete Continuum Access: One relationship with ALC gives you access to home health, primary care, wound care, palliative care, hospice, and private duty, simplifying referrals across the entire spectrum of resident needs.
- Enhanced Resident Satisfaction: Quality home health care improves resident outcomes and satisfaction, which reflects positively on your community.
We’re an extension of your care team, committed to making you look good while delivering exceptional care to those you serve.
WHY HOME IS WHERE HEALTH CARE BELONGS
Research consistently supports the benefits of receiving care at home:
- Reduced Stress: Patients are more relaxed and comfortable in familiar surroundings, which promotes healing and recovery.
- Better Outcomes: Being surrounded by loved ones improves emotional well-being, which positively impacts physical health.
- Enhanced Safety: Home care eliminates exposure to hospital-acquired infections and reduces fall risks associated with unfamiliar environments.
- Convenience: No transportation needs, no waiting rooms, no parking hassles, care comes to you on your schedule.
- Family Involvement: Loved ones can be present for care, ask questions, learn techniques, and provide emotional support throughout the recovery process.
HOW TO GET STARTED
Three Simple Steps
- Contact Us: Call us at 630-333-9885 or complete our online referral form. We’re available to answer questions and discuss your needs.
- Physician Coordination & Assessment: We’ll coordinate with your physician to obtain orders, then conduct a comprehensive in-home assessment to understand your needs and goals.
- Care Begins: Our skilled team arrives at your home ready to deliver the compassionate, professional care that has made ALC a trusted name for nearly 20 years.
Most insurance plans are accepted, including Medicare and Medicaid. We’ll verify your benefits and discuss coverage with you.
ALC Home Health Care proudly serves patients and partners across these Illinois counties:
Cook • DuPage • Will • Kane • Lake • McHenry • Kankakee • Kendall • Grundy • DeKalb • Boone • LaSalle
Can’t find your location? Give us a call – we may be able to help.