Author: Alora Home Health Software

14 Nov How do I Attract Top Talent to my Home Health Agency?

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In the home health care industry, finding and keeping competent caregivers from the slim applicant pool can feel like an uphill battle. The shortage of direct care workers is dire and has been recognized by industry leading organizations such as the National Association for Home...

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14 Nov The Impact of Value Based Care on Hospice Organizations

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Value-based care (VBC) seeks to improve health outcomes while controlling costs, rewarding providers for the quality of care they deliver, rather than quantity. Various models have emerged under the VBC umbrella, such as Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Patient-Centered Medical Homes (PCMHs), and bundled payment models....

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31 Oct Start and Resumption of Care in Home Health

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Successful flow in home health agency care operations from an initial client referral, or a notification of discharge to the home health visit relies heavily on coordinated efforts between multiple stakeholders. This process often needs to be ironed out frequently to remove the wrinkles of...

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27 Oct Building Strong Partnerships with Hospice Stakeholders

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In the evolving U.S. healthcare landscape, hospice stands out as a compassionate option for patients facing terminal illness and their families. With increasing demand for end-of-life services, hospice agencies are tasked not only with providing quality care, but they must also navigate a complex web...

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16 Oct Shifting from Caregiver to CEO of a Homecare Agency

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A move from caregiver to chief executive officer (CEO) of a home health agency requires the adoption of new skills for success. The key to a smooth transition is to capitalize on transferrable skills and diligently work on areas of improvement....

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15 Oct Five Ways Hospice Agencies are Using AI

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According to estimates, 1 out of 5 healthcare organizations have adopted AI solutions. Hospice agencies have also begun to incorporate AI into their clinical and administrative operations to enhance the quality of care provided to patients and families. AI has the potential to revolutionize the...

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12 Oct The Hospice Care Act of 2024

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The Hospice Care Accountability, Reform, and Enforcement Act (Hospice CARE), submitted by Rep. Blumenauer, proposes the most substantial changes to the Medicare hospice benefit in decades. The proposed bill would amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to restructure payment while adding hospice program...

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02 Oct Employee Engagement, An Approach for Staff Retention – by Alora Home Health Software

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Meaningfully engaging your employees in the home health care sector can be one of the most powerful influencers of caregiver retention and attracting new staff. Homecare agencies can create an environment of employee interactivity, education, and inspiration that allows current and future caregivers to enjoy...

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19 Sep Home Health & Geriatric Care

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With many clients receiving home care over the age of 65, it is essential to understand how to best care for this population to be an outstanding agency. Though each client needs an individualized care plan, this article presents an overview of some commonly overlooked...

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04 Sep Feedback: Are you Listening to Suggestions for a Better Homecare Agency?

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Are you Listening to Suggestions for a Better Homecare Agency? This blog covers tips, and best practices for using feedback to improve....

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