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Caring for individuals with dementia presents a unique set of challenges, as the disease progresses through various stages, affecting memory, cognition and behavior. While some may believe that institutional...

Older people are hoping to spend their golden years in a familiar and comfortable place — their home. According to a 2024 2024 survey conducted by US News & World Report, 93% percent of United States...

Recently, the Harris-Walz campaign released its official policy platform, and among the pledges is a vague statement about home care services for seniors: As President, [Kamala Harris] will fight to lower...

As a general internist at Rush University Medical Center, where I’ve been practicing since 1995, I’ve seen firsthand the evolving challenges in managing chronic conditions like hypertension and heart...

Creating a great home care, senior living or other long-term care or organizational culture doesn’t happen by accident.  It’s deliberate and requires intentional leadership strategies that foster...

The healthcare landscape is undergoing a significant transformation driven by technological advancements that offer new possibilities for patient care. Among these innovations, remote patient monitoring...

If you are considering an exit or sale, how do you decide who deserves your response?  Let’s start with this fact: Finding a quality buyer for your agency is the (relatively) easy part. Maximizing value,...

To me, caregiving is one of the most rewarding careers that you can possibly pursue. As owner of SYNERGY HomeCare of Richmond, I have had the opportunity to meet so many new people in my community, and...

Health equity is achieved when everyone can attain their full potential for health and well-being. It’s a hot topic among home health agencies, and important to serving a changing population. But if...

Healthcare professionals play a vital role in advocating for the benefits of in-home care, ensuring that patients receive the high-quality, affordable, and personalized care necessary for recovery. Clinicians...