Government-Funded Home Care Through Family-Managed Home Care
At NurseFirst Home Healthcare, we proudly support families participating in Ontario’s Family-Managed Home Care program by delivering compassionate, professional care in the comfort of your home.
The Family-Managed Home Care program is managed by Ontario Health at Home (OHAH) and provides eligible individuals or their substitute decision-makers with government funding to arrange their own home care services. Rather than having a provider assigned, families have the freedom to choose their preferred healthcare professionals, determine when services are delivered, and oversee their care based on their unique needs.
To qualify, patients must first be assessed by Ontario Health at Home, meet the program’s eligibility requirements, and have an approved plan of care. The program is available to eligible individuals, including children with complex medical needs, adults with acquired brain injuries, home-schooled children requiring care, and others with exceptional healthcare needs.
Families participating in the program are responsible for coordinating care, hiring providers, and managing funding and reporting requirements. If you are interested in learning whether Family-Managed Home Care is right for you, speak with your Ontario Health at Home care coordinator or contact NurseFirst Home Healthcare—we’re happy to guide you through the process.
Hospital & Community Collaboration
NurseFirst Home Healthcare works in close synergy with Ottawa's hospitals, community health hubs, and local health sectors. We provide cost-effective integrated care solutions that facilitate smooth transitions from hospital to home, ensuring patients receive consistent, clinical-grade support within their own communities. Our collaborative approach aims to reduces readmission rates and optimizes patient outcomes through expert coordinated care.
How to Choose NurseFirst Home Healthcare-Ottawa
Directing your care through Ontario Health at Home-Government Funded Program
If you or a loved one would like NurseFirst Home Healthcare to provide your care in the Ottawa region, the process begins with a conversation. Clear communication with your medical team ensures you receive the high-quality, personalized attention you deserve.
STEP 01: Ontario Health at Home
Contact your Ontario Health at Home care coordinator to see if you qualify for the program called Family- Managed Home Care
STEP 02: Pass requirements
Family-Managed Home Care is designed for eligible patients in the following groups:
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Children with complex medical needs
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Adults with acquired brain injuries
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Eligible home-schooled children
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Patients in extraordinary circumstances, as assessed by Ontario Health atHome
STEP 03: Receive Your Funding
After Ontario Health at Home approves your funding, the funds are provided directly to you or your substitute decision-maker. This gives ou the flexibility to select the home healthcare provider you trust, including NurseFirst Home Healthcare.
Family-Managed Home Care Access Guide
Step 1: Check Eligibility
Contact your Ontario Health at Home care coordinator to see if you qualify for the program called Family-Managed Home Care.
Step 2: Review Requirements
Family-Managed Home Care is designed for children with complex needs, adults with brain injuries, home-schooled children, and exceptional cases.
Step 3: Receive Funding
After Ontario Health at Home approves your funding, the funds are provided directly to you or your substitute decision-maker.
Step 4: Contact NurseFirst Home Healthcare
After funding is confirmed, check with NurseFirst Home Healthcare for availability.