In this age of aging, the demand for home care has risen — but in order to maximize profits, agencies in the sector must make a few simple, but key, changes. While experts have previously noted the importance of getting creative with service offerings and pursuing various payment streams, others say finding success has more […]
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In case you missed it, here are the most popular Home Health Care News stories grabbing readers’ attention this past week: ‘Airbnb for Seniors’ to Replace Home Care Aides?—A startup company is launching a service akin to Airbnb’s home-sharing capabilities for vacationing renters, but with a home care focus for seniors searching for local caregivers. […]
It’s no secret that caregiver turnover plagues the home care industry. But the 9% increase in turnover this year, coupled with the growing shortage of caregivers, could leave industry players strapped for survival. Over the past year, the median caregiver turnover rate spiked 9% to about 61% in 2015, said Aaron Marcum, founder and CEO of […]
In case you missed it, here are the most popular Home Health Care News stories grabbing readers’ attention this past week: Home Care Could be Heart of the U.S. Health System by 2024, Leaders Say — People’s homes are likely to become the key setting in tomorrow’s modern health care model, according to leaders from technology […]
Unhappy clients are an inevitable part of any business, but they can be especially damaging in home care as the industry continues to grapple with the twofold task of retaining both clientele and the caregivers that serve them. There is, however, a low cost way providers can tackle this double-edged dilemma without having to spend […]
Staff turnover not only creates a revolving door with huge cost implications, but it undeniably hinders care. And as home care agencies strive to close—if not slow—that revolving door once and for all, some are touting the benefits of mentor programs to boost employee satisfaction and increase retention. While no industry is impervious to staff […]
As the elderly population grows in the coming years, so too will the home care industry — but not without facing significant threats, industry experts say. The baby boom population will push the demand for home health care, with more than 10,000 boomers turning 65 every day. In addition to the sheer demographics, home health […]
The age-old saying “spend money to make money” has long served as a mantra for driving business and that’s no exception for private duty home care providers, many of which are spending more on certain business channels and seeing those investments pay off in the long run. Sales and Internet marketing are among the top […]
Home Care Pulse announced today that it is teaming with AxisCare to further integrate its home care management software for its clients. The partnership between the two companies will integrate Home Care Pulse’s Quality Satisfaction Management program with AxisCare’s home care management software. The companies expect that integrating each of their propriety softwares will enhance […]
Home Care Pulse, a satisfaction research and quality assurance firm, announced yesterday the winners of its 2013 Best of Home Care—Employer of Choice Award. Ranking agencies by caregiver job satisfaction ratings, to qualify, a company must rank in the top 50th percentile in one or more caregiver satisfactions categories, which are based on monthly caregiver […]
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