KINDRED HEALTHCARE is an American for-profit health care services company that has been providing specialized medical care, home health and hospice services for nearly four decades. The company, which is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, operates in 46 states and employs 37,000 employees.
KINDRED HEALTHCARE provides a range of specialized medical services, from acute care services such as inpatient and outpatient surgery, complex medical management and long-term acute care, to providing home care and hospice services. KINDRED HEALTHCARE’s mission is to provide quality care that leads to better health outcomes, improved quality of life and a positive experience for those they serve.
KINDRED HEALTHCARE’s home health care focuses on managing chronic illnesses, enabling people to remain independent, and offering rehabilitative and supportive services that allow individuals to maintain a high quality of life. The company provides professional nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapies, medical social work, care coordination, and other home health services.
KINDRED HEALTHCARE also offers hospice services, including specialized pain and symptom management and emotional, spiritual and social support. These services are delivered in different settings, including in patient’s homes as well as in nursing homes, hospitals and assisted living facilities.
KINDRED HEALTHCARE also focuses on developing clinical communication and collaboration systems that allow physicians and other healthcare providers to stay up-to-date with the latest trends in patient care and to share information quickly. This ensures that the best possible care is given to each individual.
KINDRED HEALTHCARE is dedicated to providing quality, compassionate care to individuals and families and is committed to improving lives through healthcare services that improve the individual’s quality of life and provide peace of mind.