Anchor Health supports concussion recovery for New Yorkers under 65. Medicaid accepted. Care starts within days.
Most people are told to rest after a concussion and sent home. But for many, symptoms linger for weeks or months, affecting memory, focus, mood, and daily life. If you or someone you love is dealing with post-concussion syndrome, professional in-home care can make a real difference, and in many cases it is fully covered by Medicaid.
Our TBI home care program is designed for survivors under age 65. Not sure if you qualify? Fill out the form and we will help you find out.
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused when the brain moves rapidly back and forth inside the skull, typically from a blow, bump, or fall. You do not need to lose consciousness to have a concussion. Most people who sustain one never pass out at all, which is part of why it often goes untreated.
What makes a concussion complicated is that it is invisible. Scans often look normal while the person feels far from normal. Symptoms can appear immediately or surface days later. For some people they persist for weeks or months, a condition known as post-concussion syndrome, where ongoing symptoms like headaches, brain fog, and mood changes continue long after the initial injury. (CDC, 2023)
Below are some of the most common signs that a concussion is still affecting daily life.
Recurring or constant head pain that does not resolve with rest or over the counter medication
Difficulty concentrating, forgetting things easily, or feeling mentally slow and unfocused
Irritability, anxiety, depression, or feeling emotionally unlike yourself without a clear reason
Exhaustion that does not improve with rest, or difficulty falling and staying asleep at night
Rest is critical immediately after a concussion. Overexertion during this window can significantly delay recovery and worsen symptoms.
Gradual, structured return to activity with close monitoring. This is when professional in-home support helps manage pacing and prevent setbacks.
When symptoms persist beyond six weeks, professional care at home becomes essential. Cognitive support, routine, and emotional care all play a role in long-term recovery.
For some survivors, managing triggers, maintaining routine, and having consistent support is an ongoing process that a trained in-home caregiver makes possible every day.
Whether you are newly recovering from a concussion or have been living with post-concussion syndrome for months, we can help. Fill out the form and a care advisor will reach out to discuss your situation, no pressure, no obligation.
Medicaid covered in most cases. No out-of-pocket cost for eligible New York families.
TBI program for adults under 65. If your loved one is under 65, they may qualify for our specialized concussion rehabilitation program.
Care placed within days, not weeks. Early support during concussion recovery leads to significantly better outcomes.
We handle everything: Medicaid paperwork, caregiver matching, and ongoing coordination with your medical team.
One conversation is all it takes to get started. A real care advisor will follow up within one business day.
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Concussion recovery is highly sensitive to environment. Overstimulation, stress, and disrupted routines can all slow healing and worsen post-concussion symptoms. Home is often the most effective place to recover because it offers the calm, familiar structure the brain needs.
Hospitals and rehab facilities can be loud and disorienting. Home provides a calm, predictable environment that supports brain healing during concussion recovery.
One of the biggest risks in concussion recovery is doing too much too soon. A trained caregiver helps manage activity levels and prevent the setbacks that come from overexertion.
Post concussion syndrome affects everyone differently. Our caregivers adapt daily support around your specific symptoms and recovery pace.
Anxiety and depression are extremely common in post-concussion syndrome. Consistent companionship and emotional support are not extras. They are clinically important parts of concussion rehabilitation.
Most families we hear from had no idea that professional in-home concussion support was available through Medicaid. They had been managing alone for months before they reached out to us.
Anchor Health Care Team, New YorkWhen someone you love has a concussion, especially one that is not resolving quickly, the pressure falls on family. You are trying to monitor symptoms, manage schedules, limit stimulation, and support their emotional wellbeing, all while maintaining your own life. That level of responsibility is not sustainable long-term.
A professional in-home caregiver takes on the clinical and daily support role so that your family can focus on being present as a loved one rather than a full-time medical aide.
Get concussion care supportManaging post-concussion care every day is exhausting. Our caregivers step in so your family can be fully present as a loved one without burning out.
We work alongside neurologists, therapists, and primary care providers to keep your loved one's concussion rehabilitation on track and consistent.
Questions about post-concussion care do not follow a schedule. Our team stays accessible and responsive so your family is never without support when it matters.
Real families from across New York who found the post-concussion support they needed through Anchor Health Home Care.
My husband had a concussion from a fall and we assumed he would bounce back in a week. Three months later he was still struggling. Anchor Health helped us understand post-concussion syndrome and got a caregiver in place quickly. The difference has been night and day.
I had no idea Medicaid could cover in-home concussion rehabilitation. We had been managing my brother's recovery on our own for months. Once we connected with Anchor Health everything changed. The caregiver they matched us with truly understands what he is going through.
Post concussion syndrome is invisible and people around you stop understanding why you are still not better. Having a caregiver who actually gets it has been incredibly validating for my daughter. Anchor Health handled everything and got us started within days of reaching out.
Anchor Health's TBI and concussion rehabilitation home care program is designed for New York residents under the age of 65. If your loved one is 65 or older, please reach out and we will help connect you with the right program for their needs.