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Action Recognition in Real-World Ambient Assisted Living Environment

arXiv:2503.23214v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: The growing ageing population and their preference to maintain independence by living in their own homes require proactive strategies to ensure saf...

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Frontline Honors: Jennifer Kinney, Village Caregiving

Jennifer Kinney, Caregiver at Village Caregiving, has been named a 2024 Frontline Honors honoree by Home Health Care News. To become a Frontline honoree, an individual is nominated by th...

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Compassus, Providence JV Gains Ground Despite Persistent Scrutiny

In February, Providence, a not-for-profit health system serving the Western U.S., and Compassus, a national provider of integrated home-based care services, completed the first phase of a joint ven...

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Palliative Care in Home Health: Misconceptions and Market Opportunities

While palliative care remains an uncommon offering among home-based health care providers, forward-thinking providers have recognized a growing market demand and are strategically expanding their s...

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All About Denture Care for Seniors

A bright smile has the power to light up a room, spark new connections, and bring delight to everyday moments. For many seniors, dentures play an important role in maintaining that sense of confide...

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Frontline Honors: Gail Craig, 24 Hour Home Care

Gail Craig, Caregiver at 24 Hour Home Care, has been named a 2024 Frontline Honors honoree by Home Health Care News. To become a Frontline honoree, an individual is nominated by their pe...

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Life Home Care Expands Team with Addition of Renee Peters, MSW

Life Home Care Expands Team with Addition of Renee Peters, MSW Livingston, NJ – Life Home Care, a leading provider of home care services, is pleased to announce the addition of Renee Pet...

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Home Health Does Not Outperform Self-Care For Many Knee Patients

In-home care has long been considered a key component in ensuring optimal recovery from knee replacements, but self-care appears to be as effective for many patients. Patients who receiv...

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Patina Offers New In-Home Program To Medicare Advantage Members

Patina has introduced Patina Total Health, a program designed to provide personalized, age-friendly care and support specifically for Medicare Advantage (MA) members. This initiative aims to help i...

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How To Encourage Your Loved Ones To Get Out and Into the World

As a caregiver for a senior family member, you have the power to help them stay engaged, connected, and flourishing. Your support can encourage meaningful interactions and a greater sense of belong...

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New York State Extends Timeline For CDPAP Registration Deadline

Amid calls to delay the April 1 registration deadline for New York’s consumer directed personal assistance program (CDPAP), individuals will be given more time to complete the process. ...

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WVU Lands $2.7M For Its Goal Of Increasing Access To Care In The Home

West Virginia University (WVU) wants to increase access to care in rural communities through nurse-led intervention, and it recently received $2.7 million to do so. Last month, WVU anno...

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Life Home Care Expands to Somerset County with New Office

Somerset, NJ — Life Home Care is proud to announce the opening of its new office in Somerset County, located at 80 Cottontail Lane, Suite 430, Somerset, NJ 08873. This expansion enables the company...

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DispatchHealth, Medically Home Merger Creates Comprehensive High-Acuity Care Platform

DispatchHealth and Medically Home have announced their merger, creating the country’s most comprehensive provider of advanced medical care at home, according to the companies. After the...

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Older Americans Step Up To Support Peers Amid Caregiver Shortages

As the number of older Americans continues to rise, a growing trend sees seniors stepping in as caregivers for their peers. With about 70% of the 73 million individuals aged 65 and olde...

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7 Tips for Seniors to Overcome Seasonal Depression

As the colder months continue, it’s common to experience seasonal depression or feelings of being “stuck” in the winter blues. But with spring just around the corner, now is the perfect time to mak...

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Medicaid Redetermination Meant A Slowdown In New Patients For Addus

At Addus HomeCare Corporation (Nasdaq: ADUS), the impact of Medicaid redetermination resulted in a slowdown of new patients. “We didn’t lose a lot of patients,” Addus CEO Dirk Allison sa...

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Three Good Things: Finding Joy in Everyday Moments

It’s easy to dwell on everything that didn’t go right in a day – the errands that took too long, the call you forgot to return or the endless to-do list. But what if, instead of focusing on what we...

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Enhabit Plots Growth Path With Strategic Changes, Renewed UnitedHealth Agreement

The move to exit its previous Medicare Advantage agreement with UnitedHealthcare, as well as the hurricanes that struck the United States last fall, contributed to a Q4 loss for Enhabit Home Health...

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How WesleyLife At Home’s New Palliative Care Program Enhances Home Health Support

by Kristin Easterling Editor’s Note: For more regular news and analysis focused on palliative care, subscribe to Palliative Care News here. WesleyLife at Home recently launche...

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Senior Care Homes: Offering Comfort, Care, and Companionship to the Elderly

As individuals grow older, their lifestyles and needs shift, necessitating extra help to ensure their continued well-being. Senior care homes are vital in offering a secure, caring setting for elde...

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