Top Three Trends Driving M&A in Home Care, Home Health and Hospice
A growing number of hospice, home care and home health companies are involved in mergers and acquisitions as they position themselves to better take advantage of growing, lucrative healthcare market. As millions of Baby Boomers and their parents age, there’s a rising demand for comprehensive long-term health care for them. It’s an excellent opportunity for […]
Top Ways Home Care Agencies can Improve Staff Satisfaction and Retention
Home care agencies rely on the hard working caregivers that perform the brunt of the company’s care services. The senior population now at or above retirement age is at the highest it’s been since accurate statistics have been taken. This rising number of elders continuing to need daily or intermittent care puts an even greater […]
Home Caregiver Tips: Fun Activities to Do with Seniors
Many seniors are opting to stay in their own homes or are living with family members instead of moving to nursing home settings. Those working in home care can help their clients stay physically, mentally and emotionally fit by incorporating some fun activities for adults into their daily routines. Caregivers can find terrific activities for […]
Signs that You, or Your Loved One, Needs a Professional Caregiver | When is a Caregiver Needed?
When is a Caregiver Needed? You’ve heard it said, “Old age isn’t for sissies.” It’s true, but appropriate assistance can go a long way toward making it a more comfortable and pleasant journey. One of the biggest obstacles is recognizing when it is time to seek help and overcoming the very human impulse to deny […]
Have You Prepared Your Home Care Clients for Winter? | Senior Care During Winter
Wintertime can present more challenges for your elderly care recipients. Take steps early to ensure that they will be safe should a winter storm cause them to be stuck at home until the the storm passes. Power outages are common during a larger wintertime snow and/or ice-storm. High winds, heavy snowfall and dangerous ice build-up […]
The Do’s and Don’ts for New Home Care Entrepreneurs | Tips for Home Care Entrepreneurs
Starting a home business that cares for seniors can be a daunting task, just as in any entrepreneurial pursuit, but the number of baby boomers who require that type of attention has made agency health care very desirable and profitable. Deciding whether you are going to offer a blend of various services or specialize in […]