Assistance & Care for EEOICPA & RECA Beneficiaries
United Energy Workers Healthcare is offering free home health services to former Department of Energy workers in Georgia. These services include in-home nursing, physical therapy, personal assistance, and other quality care. We also have a case management team available to assist with coordinating care and filing claims.
UEW Health is a healthcare organization that gives specialized assistance and care to retired energy workers in Georgia. Our team consists of experienced and empathetic professionals who aim to make it easy for these workers to receive the benefits they need.
If you or someone you know working in the energy industry has received a diagnosis of any occupational disease, please reach out to us. Our organization can provide information about the services we offer and we may be able to offer assistance and support.
In-Home Healthcare for Georgia DOE Workers
In Georgia, eligible individuals can get free home health care services that also cover specialized care for elderly workers who have been exposed to radiation. We’ll work closely with you and your loved ones to develop a customized plan that caters to all your needs. Our team of case management professionals can handle the organization of the specific care you require.
Nursing & In-Home Care
We provide nursing and personal care services in the comfort of homes for those who are eligible for EEOICPA & RECA benefits. Our primary aim is to offer seniors with compassionate care and assistance which can help them maintain their independence and feel at ease.
Therapeutic Services
We can help you handle your illness through our customized therapeutic services, which include physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and respiratory therapy.
Supplemental Assistance
UEW offers a range of services to patients, including medical and non-medical options. Along with in-home medical care and therapy, UEW provides services like preparing meals, shopping for groceries, and housekeeping.
Case Management & Filing Assistance
Although it may seem daunting, we have a team of experts who can guide you through the claims process to ensure that you receive the compensation you are entitled to.
Who Qualifies for EEOICPA & RECA?
The EEOICPA & RECA compensate energy workers who were employed by the Department of Energy after 1941 and became ill as a result of exposure to harmful chemicals at work. Possible beneficiaries include current employees, former employees, contractors, and subcontractors.
A claimant must have sustained one of the following diseases while employed by the DOE, an atomic weapons employer, or a beryllium vendor:
- Specific cancers;
- Chronic silicosis;
- Beryllium sensitivity, or
- Chronic beryllium disease.
Covered Georgia Facilities
Savannah River Site
Who We Are
United Energy Workers Healthcare is a family-based company, whose heritage began deep in the uranium mines of Blanding, Utah. These deep roots have inspired our family and are the driving force to serve other families that have struggled with similar situations. That personal connection has pushed us to become a national leader in home healthcare.
2476 Wrightsboro Rd
Suite A
Augusta, GA 30904
P: 706-426-8347
F: 706-550-0403
Who We Serve
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In order to be eligible for EEOICPA/RECA benefits, an individual must have been employed at a covered Department of Energy facility, an approved atomic weapons facility, or at a permitted beryllium vendor. An individual must also have one of the covered conditions as a result of exposure to radiation, beryllium, or silica while employed at an accepted facility. In addition, uranium miners, millers, and ore transporters are eligible for benefits if they develop an illness as a result of exposure to toxic substances (such as radiation, chemicals, solvents, acids, and metals) and worked at a facility covered under RECA. Eligibility requirements vary by location and condition.