Home Care

Through the Home Care Program, a nurse provides skilled nursing and coordination of services to ensure that persons with illnesses and/or disabilities can remain in their own home at the maximum level of independence that their health status allows. This can delay or prevent hospitalization or nursing home admission. Home Care services include nursing, home health aides, homemakers, case management, and physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

For further information about the services offered by Goodhue County Public Health Service or to request services please contact us at (651) 385-6100.

Funding Sources for Public Health Services

The agency receives 42% of its revenue in fees for service from private insurance, Medical Assistance, Medicare, and private pay. Approximately 40% of the revenues are received for grants from the Minnesota Department of Health and the Department of Human Services, local contracts, and subsidy from the Minnesota Department of Health. The remaining 18% is received from county tax dollars.