AssuranceSD offers self-directed home and community-based care services that empower aging and disabled individuals to choose and manage their own caregivers. By facilitating access to funding from Medicaid and other sources, AssuranceSD enhances personal autonomy in care delivery, improving overall quality of life for its clients.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Aging and disabled individuals often lack control over their personal care, with traditional home care models limiting their ability to choose and manage caregivers. This can lead to a disconnect between the services provided and the specific needs and preferences of the care recipient.
Solution
AssuranceSD empowers aging and disabled individuals by providing self-directed home and community-based care services. They facilitate access to funding from Medicaid, Managed Care, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, enabling individuals to choose, manage, and direct their own caregivers. By shifting control from home care providers to care recipients, AssuranceSD promotes personal autonomy and improves the overall quality of life through tailored care experiences. As a Financial Management Service provider, AssuranceSD assists individuals in managing their caregivers, including friends and family.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes aging and disabled individuals seeking greater control over their home and community-based care, as well as those eligible for funding through Medicaid, Managed Care, or the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Features
- Facilitates self-direction of personal care services, allowing individuals to choose when, how, where, and from whom they receive care.
- Connects individuals with funding sources such as Medicaid, Managed Care, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Provides financial management services to assist with hiring and managing caregivers.
- Empowers individuals to replace traditional home care models with personalized care arrangements.