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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Many in the healthcare community are sold on the idea of a helpful app for senior care. A senior citizen being cared for at home will often need assistance in making and keeping appointments and other memory tasks. Many apps can help the typical senior citizen to stay organized by creating a step-by-step to do […]
The career opportunities for reliable and caring home care providers has never been better. There are some specific things that experienced and better caregivers tend to look for when considering employment in a home care agency. Due to the expected continuing rise in the need for top-quality caregivers, agencies and private citizens that need good […]
In today’s world, it’s easier than it has ever been before to harness the potential for growth, especially when it comes to marketing a home care agency. One of the most popular methods is to embrace professional referral services that helps agencies gain traction and provide them with a more valuable return on investment. In […]
All Business owners and managers can use proven methods to increase their profits and/or customer satisfaction rates. Owners of home care agencies and other healthcare providers face even more intense public and client scrutiny since the health and well-being of human patients are at stake. In the past, word-of-mouth was pretty much the only way […]
Statistics tell us that 1 in every 3 seniors will fall each year. Other studies are indicating that just a little over a third of the aging population over the age of 65 are affected by falls every year. Since 90% of seniors prefer to remain in their own homes as they become older, these […]
As our society ages, the need for support for the aged becomes critical. In addition to providing physical support, including help with daily chores and activities requiring dexterity, we need to consider the emotional and social needs of our aging population. Isolation increases the risk of anxiety and depression, which can impact brain plasticity and […]