In the days following passage of President Donald Trump’s spending cuts and tax breaks bill, homecare advocates and others in health care have spoken out against it, saying it could threaten patients and access to care.
The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) said in a released statement it is “deeply troubled” by the passing of the legislation.
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky—According to a recent survey, Americans are signaling a shift in what it means to live a fulfilling life, with many preferring independence over longevity without self-sufficiency. While seniors, in particular, maintain an optimistic outlook on aging, they face significant challenges as they grow older, including financial strain, anxiety about future mental health and persistent negative cultural attitudes toward aging.
ASHEVILLE, North Carolina—Aeroflow Health, a health care company that leverages technology to support the delivery of medical products and services, announced a new philanthropic giving program that aims to give back several million dollars to the Western North Carolina community over the next five years.
LAFAYETTE, Louisiana—Viemed Healthcare, Inc., an in-home clinical care provider of post-acute respiratory health care equipment and services in the United States, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Illinois-based Lehan's Medical Equipment (Lehan) for a base purchase price of $26 million, subject to customary adjustments, plus estimated contingent payments of $2.2 million.
LOS ANGELES—Raccoon Media Group, organizers of the Abilities Expo held annually in seven cities across the United States, announced new collaborations with various associations to create thought-leadership, education and networking among industry professionals in the disability sector.
Working in partnership with multiple organizations and associations, the three-tier program will focus on delivering insights, expanding market access and driving business growth.
EAGLE, Idaho—The Pennant Group, Inc., the parent company of the Pennant group of affiliated home health, hospice, homecare and senior living companies, announces the acquisition of the home health agency, GrandCare Health Services. The newly acquired agency, to be known as GrandCare Home Health, provides services in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Diego counties in California, and broadens Pennant’s service area in the region.
HOUSTON, Texas—Twenty-two cases were announced in Texas as part of local efforts targeting health care fraud. The cases include alleged hospice fraud, kickbacks, Medicare and Medicaid fraud schemes involving medically unnecessary durable medical equipment (DME) and more.
Sunrise Medical announced it has acquired Made for Movement (MfM), a provider of neurorehabilitation therapeutic devices designed to restore and enable movement for individuals with complex mobility needs.
ASHEVILLE, North Carolina—Corecubed, a national marketing and advertising agency specializing in in-home care services, announced it has received 11 national Aster Awards for achievements in health care marketing.
DALLAS, Texas—Homecare HomebaseSM (HCHB), a software provider for home-based care, named Meghan Pedley, occupational therapist at Main Line Health HomeCare & Hospice, as the July Gold Standard Award Winner.
