Our Services
Our unique care model provides a full spectrum of healthcare services, so seniors can live at home, stay connected to their community and ultimately maintain their independence. Participants receive all health care services from Mercy LIFE of Alabama and our network of providers. Other than emergency care, the care team must authorize all services.
Services Include:
Medical care is provided by Mercy LIFE of Alabama’s experienced team of primary care providers (PCPs), nurse practitioners and registered nurses. Care is accessible and coordinated at a LIFE center close to your home. Medical services include:
• Primary care
• Nursing care
• Specialty care
• Medications
• Vision and hearing care
• Dental care
• Foot care
• Mental health services
• Personal response systems
• Medical equipment and supplies
• Hospitalizations and nursing home care if it becomes necessary
• Primary care
• Nursing care
• Specialty care
• Medications
• Vision and hearing care
• Dental care
• Foot care
• Mental health services
• Personal response systems
• Medical equipment and supplies
• Hospitalizations and nursing home care if it becomes necessary
Mercy LIFE of Alabama provides physical, occupational and speech therapies to equip and assist seniors in maintaining a self-sufficient lifestyle. Building the strength and mobility you need helps you accomplish daily activities and tasks. Our seasoned physical, occupational and speech therapists work closely with each participant to restore functional movement and ability. Prescribed therapy programs help participants to achieve their wellness goals, contributing to their quality of life and overall independence.
Getting where you need to go is important, and our trained drivers provide transportation to and from the Center and off-site, medical appointments. This is part of Mercy LIFE of Alabama’s program and offered to participants at no cost. As part of your care team, our skilled drivers will make accommodations for all of your needs. They ensure you make all of your appointments and deliver medication to your home as needed.
Our program leverages fun and social activities to develop both your mental and physical health. We aim to provide enjoyable and interactive exercises and hobbies for your recovery and overall wellness. Recreational therapists play a fundamental role in creating a relaxing and joyful environment where seniors can have fun. Activities at the Center include:
• Arts and crafts
• Computer Classes
• Gentle movement
• Pet therapy
• Bingo and trivia
• Holiday and cultural celebrations
• Arts and crafts
• Computer Classes
• Gentle movement
• Pet therapy
• Bingo and trivia
• Holiday and cultural celebrations
At Mercy LIFE of Alabama our full spectrum of care includes social services, providing support to seniors and their families. Our experienced social workers collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to facilitate important decisions regarding counseling, caregiver education, mental capacity or medications. As your advocate, social workers provide access to financial or legal guidance resources and communicate with you and your family. Our social services are designed to deliver seamless, organized care, so participants know they are not alone.
Nutritional counseling and diet planning are integral to a comprehensive care plan. A registered dietician evaluates each senior’s nutritional needs to determine the most beneficial dietary recommendations. Working alongside the caregiver and participant, they will assess factors affecting nutrition such as medications, weight, ability to swallow and food access within the home. When the participant visits the Center, a nutritious breakfast and lunch meal are provided. Home-delivered meals can be arranged as needed.
It’s the little things that can add up, and we are here to help. With a focus on helping our participants to live comfortably and independently in their homes, Mercy Life of Alabama provides in-home support for everyday activities such as bathing and dressing, meal preparation, laundry or light housekeeping. Completing these daily tasks may be challenging, but Mercy Life of Alabama offers helpful solutions with our experienced personal home care aides.
Treating each person with a full-circle view, Mercy LIFE of Alabama provides spiritual care, creating an environment of empathy and support. In our efforts to heal participants in mind, body and soul, our chaplains and spiritual companions seek to be a source of consolation to both participants and loved ones alike. Treating the whole person is more than addressing your physical health. Spiritual care focuses on participants’ purpose and meaning. With the support of chaplains and spiritual companions, we seek to provide peace of mind and improve quality of life.
Specialty medical care including dental, podiatry, optometry, and audiology services and supplies is available by our network of medical specialists. Referrals for specialty care must be approved by the Medical Director and interdisciplinary team as being medically necessary.
There are no out-of-pocket charges if participants qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid or Medicaid only. For participants who don’t qualify for Medicaid, but have Medicare, there is a monthly fee. For participants who do not qualify for Medicaid or Medicare, there is a monthly fee.