Gammie Home Care has been a cornerstone of the Maui community since 1986, and we've got its founder, Paul Gammie, and his daughter and business partner, Dale Shimabuku, on the podcast! We'll hear how Paul transitioned from a family rental business to a pioneer in the home medical equipment industry. Paul shares how he served the growing needs of Maui's aging population with personal anecdotes that bring to life the essence of community care and support.
Now having brought Dale on board and expanded to other islands, we learn about the unique hurdles of providing home care on an island, where maintaining a physical store with a vast inventory is not just a convenience but a necessity. Paul and Dale explain how their knowledgeable staff helps families determine what they need for caregiving at home, as well as assisting them with the often-complicated insurance requirements for medical supplies. Learn how Gammie Home Care offers personalized caregiving solutions for loved ones.
In this episode, you will hear:
- The Gammie ohana's transition from a general rental business to a pioneering home medical equipment provider on Maui since 1986.
- Challenges of providing home care solutions on an island, emphasizing the necessity of a well-stocked physical store.
- The importance of knowledgeable staff in guiding families through complex insurance requirements for medical supplies, including the need for precise documentation.
- Tailored caregiving solutions, such as choosing transfer benches over shower chairs to reduce fall risks.
- The impact of Medicare's national standards on healthcare plans
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