Business Details
Your Trusted Home Health Care Provider in Eastern Kansas
Home Town Health Care has been dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care since our founding in 2025. Our mission is to help individuals maintain independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes through a comprehensive range of home health, hospice, and palliative care services. With 90+ dedicated staff members and offices in eight communities across 45 counties in Eastern Kansas, we combine clinical expertise with personalized attention to meet the unique needs of each patient. Our leadership team brings decades of combined healthcare experience, including specialized training in wound care, chronic disease management, and end-of-life support. We maintain rigorous quality standards through our certifications with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and Kansas Department of Health and Environment.Our patient-first philosophy ensures every individual receives care with dignity and respect, supported by local teams who understand the specific needs of their communities. We pride ourselves on our commitment to continuous improvement, evidenced by our Top 5 national ranking for home health care quality. Our approach integrates skilled nursing, therapy services, and social support to create holistic care plans tailored to each patient's medical condition and personal circumstances. Through our community-focused model, we've expanded by acquiring three home health agencies and a hospice agency to better serve rural populations. Our team's dedication to excellence is reflected in our WoundVac certification, comprehensive staff training programs, and ongoing investment in clinical education.
Services
Skilled Nursing
Home Health Aides
Physical Therapy
Hospice Care
Palliative Care
Wound Management
Medication Supervision
Social Services
Pediatric Care
Respiratory Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We maintain a patient-first approach with personalized care plans
- Our local teams provide community-specific healthcare solutions
- We offer WoundVac certified wound care specialists
- Our leadership team has decades of combined healthcare experience
- Ranked Top 5 nationally for home health care quality
Associations and certifications
- Kansas Department of Health and Environment
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
What people say
Skilled and compassionate staff
Personalized care approach
Maintained dignity
Excellent, caring staff
Went above and beyond
Services
Skilled Nursing
Our licensed nurses provide expert medical care including wound management, medication supervision, and chronic disease management. We offer IV treatments, respiratory therapy, and post-hospitalization care in the comfort of patients' homes. Our team specializes in creating individualized care plans that address each patient's unique medical needs while maintaining their independence and dignity.
Home Health Aides
Trained aides assist with daily living activities including bathing, grooming, and mobility training. They provide companionship and vital health monitoring while supporting patients' independence. Our aides work under nursing supervision to ensure comprehensive care that addresses both medical and personal needs in home settings.
Physical Therapy
Our occupational therapists develop customized rehabilitation plans to improve mobility, strength, and independence. Services include energy conservation techniques, muscle control restoration, and basic living skills re-education. We focus on helping patients regain functionality and maintain quality of life through home-based therapeutic programs.
Hospice Care
We provide compassionate end-of-life care focusing on comfort and dignity. Our services include pain management, emotional support, and spiritual care through chaplain services. We offer bereavement support for families and respite care options while maintaining a patient-centered approach to end-of-life transitions.
Palliative Care
Our palliative care program combines medical treatment with symptom management for patients with advanced illnesses. We offer pain relief, emotional support, and quality-of-life improvements while allowing patients to continue curative treatments. Services include social work support and chaplain services with a focus on holistic patient care.
People
Debbie Reed Shinkle
Owner
A lifelong Fredonia resident with decades of nursing experience, Debbie founded Home Town Health Care to provide compassionate home care to her community. She has expanded the agency to serve 45 counties while maintaining a patient-first philosophy.
Jenessa Kleopfer
Chief Administrative Officer
A Fredonia native with a Master's in Physician Assistant Studies, Jenessa oversees operations and compliance. She brings extensive healthcare management experience and community-focused leadership to ensure quality patient care across all locations.
Jon Reed
Chief Operations Officer
With 30 years in law enforcement and healthcare administration, Jon manages daily operations across seven home health and two hospice offices. He focuses on local hiring and community-based care delivery throughout Eastern Kansas.
Kim Buttler
Director of Patient Services
A registered nurse with 33 years of clinical experience, Kim leads patient care initiatives. She emphasizes patient advocacy and mutual goal-setting to ensure personalized, high-quality home healthcare services.
Paige Michael
Director of Quality Assurance
With expertise in regulatory compliance and clinical quality improvement, Paige ensures adherence to home health standards. She focuses on holistic care delivery and staff education to maintain exceptional patient outcomes.
Questions
What home health services do you offer?
We provide skilled nursing, home health aides, physical therapy, wound care, medication management, and social services in patients' homes across Eastern Kansas.
How do I qualify for home health care?
To qualify, patients need a skilled care requirement, homebound status, and physician orders. Our team can help assess eligibility during a face-to-face evaluation.
Do you accept Medicare and Medicaid?
Yes, we accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most commercial insurance plans. Our billing specialists can verify coverage details for your specific policy.
What areas do you serve?
We serve 45 counties in Eastern Kansas with offices in Fredonia, Emporia, Sedan, Lyndon, Oswego, Independence, Holton, and Burlington.
How do I start home health services?
Contact your local office to schedule an assessment. A referral from any healthcare provider can initiate the process, and we'll coordinate care with your physician.
What makes your agency different?
Our local teams provide personalized care with a community focus, maintaining a patient-first approach that has earned us national recognition for quality home health services.
