Home care could help reform long-term care system, aging expert says
By
Joe Jancsurak
Jan 15, 2021
Extending home care services may be one way to reform the long-term care system, according to Nora Super, senior director of the Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging.
Congressional council recommends financial, workplace security for family caregivers
By
Liza Berger
Sep 27, 2021
As Congress continues to debate the size and scope of a $3.5 trillion reconciliation package that may include funding for the care economy, a congressional council last week released recommendations to...
LHC Group says buying binge will continue through the remainder of the year
By
Diane Eastabrook
Jun 04, 2021
In just over two weeks home health giant LHC Group has spent $135 million on three hospice acquisitions, but its recent shopping habit is far from over.
NYC agency offers compelling approach to attracting, retaining home healthcare workers
By
Joe Jancsurak
Feb 08, 2021
The home care field is suffering from a workforce crisis that the pandemic has merely exacerbated. One home agency in New York City may offer an answer, according to a report in The Detroit News.
Pay bump may be in offing for New Jersey home care workers
By
Diane Eastabrook
May 05, 2021
New Jersey home care and home healthcare workers are in line for a pay hike under the proposed budget unveiled by Gov. Phil Murphy (D). The budget calls for $240 million in wage increases for certified...
Medicare Advantage benefits that help seniors age in place may be underutilized
By
Diane Eastabrook
Apr 28, 2021
While more Medicare Advantage (MA) plans are offering supplemental benefits to help seniors age in place, many beneficiaries aren’t using them.
Smart home and medical alert systems help seniors stay protected and connected with caregivers from afar
By
Andy Droney
Sep 17, 2021
For caregivers who are unable to physically visit their patients or loved ones, smart home technology can be a unique solution as they allow caregivers to check in remotely and even help recognize when...
Johns Hopkins doc: COVID-19 to remain public health threat for at least three more months
By
Diane Eastabrook
Apr 01, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic will continue to be a public health threat for at least three months, according to the chair of Johns Hopkins University’s Emergency Medical Department.
Biden plan may help mitigate worker shortage for home care providers
By
Diane Eastabrook
May 13, 2021
Home care providers are hopeful a recent move by President Biden could open up the pipeline for available care workers.
Legal expert: MA growth to spur uptick in home health financial activity in 2021
By
Liza Berger
Jan 29, 2021
The coming year promises to be robust in terms of financial deals in the home health space, according to a lawyer who focuses his practice on advising long-term care firms, and their investors and lenders,...