Home care services are based on medical necessity and insurance coverage. If you believe that you are in need of home care services, you can speak to your social worker, who can explore eligibility and medical need with the transplant team. If you are not eligible, you always have the option of private paying for home care.

There is a social worker available to you and your family throughout the transplant process. Your social worker will listen to what your concerns are and address them appropriately. If you have any questions at all, please contact your social worker.

Adhering with your medication regimen is very important. If you have limited coverage, you need to speak with your social worker or transplant financial case manager, who may be able to give suggestions regarding resources and benefits that you may be eligible for.

Family and friends play a significant role throughout the transplant process. During and after the transplant, you may have to rely on others to assist you at home and to attend medical appointments. Your social worker is available to discuss your concerns, and assist you if you foresee that finding appropriate supports and/or transportation may be a problem.

The Transplant Living Center (TLC) is a comfortable, affordable facility for transplant patients and their families or friends located a few blocks away from The Mount Sinai Medical Center. It is a privately funded, non-profit facility. Although this center is not affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital, it is available to our transplant patients. If interested in learning more about TLC, please speak to your social worker about obtaining information.