At Oasis In-Home Care, we know that being diagnosed with a terminal condition can bring increased amounts of emotional and financial challenges and stress for individuals and families. In situations like these, having compassionate support at home is not just comforting; it can be life-changing. This is why we created the Care First Program, which is a structured financial assistance program designed specifically for families and individuals facing terminal illness or receiving hospice services.
Who Qualifies For The Care First Program?
The Care First Program provides financial support for in-home care services when traditional funding sources (for example, Medicaid, VA benefits, or insurance) may be unavailable, or for those who cannot afford private pay. The goal of this program is to ensure that no family has to navigate a terminal diagnosis alone or go without the care they need due to financial hardship.
This program is designed for individuals who:
- Have a documented terminal diagnosis
- Are currently receiving hospice care or have a physician-confirmed life-limiting condition
- Require private pay in-home support services due to insufficient or lack of alternative funding (Medicaid, VA, etc.)
- Are experiencing financial hardship
Examples of qualifying diagnoses include, but are not limited to, advanced-stage cancer, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), end-stage heart disease, end-stage liver disease, end-stage renal disease, advanced pulmonary disease, advanced dementia or Alzheimer’s, advanced Parkinson’s, and other progressive neurological conditions.
Services Covered Under The Care First Program
The Care First Program applies to a wide range of personal care and in-home support services. This allows families to focus on quality time and comfort rather than logistics. Services that are covered include:
- Comfort-Focused Care – supporting physical and emotional well-being
- End-of-Life Support – providing compassionate assistance
- Daily Living Assistance – helping with bathing, dressing, meal prep, and other tasks
- Companion Care – offering social and emotional support for patients
- Personal Care Support – assisting with mobility, medication reminders, and more
- Respite for Family – giving primary family caregivers the needed rest and support
Why It Matters
Families facing a terminal diagnosis for their loved one have a lot of decisions, paperwork, and care coordination that happen all at once. Financial stress can make an already difficult situation even more overwhelming. The Care First Program ensures that financial barriers do not prevent families from receiving compassionate in-home care tailored to their needs.
By reducing costs, we allow families to focus on what matters most: being present, sharing meaningful moments, and ensuring their loved one’s comfort.
For Healthcare Professionals: Using The Oasis Goodwill Referral Network For Our Care First Program
For healthcare and senior care professionals referring clients facing terminal diagnoses or financial hardship, the Oasis Goodwill Referral Network seamlessly connects families to our Care First Program.
Through this program, families who may lack the financial means can receive compassionate, non-medical in-home care tailored to their needs. As a referral partner, you can trust that:
- Client cases are assessed urgently and with dignity
- Eligibility for financial support is determined clearly
- Care placement and follow-through are coordinated and documented
- Your referral is not just a call; it’s a supported pathway to care
With the Goodwill Referral Network, your clients can access Comfort-Focused Care, Daily Living Assistance, Companion Care, and Family Respite. This ensures no family faces a terminal diagnosis alone.
Read last week’s article for more information about how the Oasis Goodwill Referral Network strengthens continuity of care for your clients (Access the article here: For Healthcare & Senior Living Partners: The Oasis Goodwill Referral Network – Oasis In-Home Care)
For Families: Taking The Next Step
If you or a loved one may qualify for the Care First Program, our team is here to help. We will:
- Assess the situation with compassion and understanding
- Determine eligibility for the program
- Connect you with the care and support services you need
To learn more or request an application, you can fill out the form below or:
- Call: (931) 266-4441 (Office) or (931) 802-3941 (Referral Coordinator)
- Email: referrals@oasisinhomecare.com
