Evangeline Association of Retarded Citizens at Ville Platte

Evangeline Association of Retarded Citizens at Ville Platte is a homecare agency serving Ville Platte, Louisiana and surrounding areas. Homecare agencies provide non-medical personal care services that allow individuals to remain safely in their homes while receiving assistance with daily activities.

Services provided by homecare agencies typically include personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming), companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, transportation to appointments, and respite care for family caregivers.

In Louisiana, homecare agencies are typically regulated by the Louisiana Department of Health and generally must maintain a Personal Care Attendant Services License. Louisiana requires licensure for Personal Care Attendant Services providers.

Payment Options: In Louisiana, Medicaid may help pay for homecare services through programs like Community Choices Waiver, Long Term-Personal Care Services. These Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers help eligible individuals receive care at home instead of in an institutional setting. Contact Louisiana Department of Health or visit https://ldh.la.gov/page/community-choices-waiver to learn about eligibility and how to apply.

When selecting a homecare agency, consider factors such as caregiver screening procedures, training requirements, supervision practices, and the agency's responsiveness to client needs and concerns. Visit Louisiana Department of Health for more information about homecare services in Louisiana.

Licensing requirements and regulations may change. We recommend verifying current requirements directly with your state's licensing agency.