RESNA is interested from hearing from parties interested in the standard for evacuation devices

ARLINGTON, Virginia—The Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North American (RESNA) Standards Committee on Emergency Stair Travel Devices (ESTD) has released a final draft standard, "RESNA ED-1 Standard for Evacuation Devices - Volume 1: Emergency Stair Travel Devices used by individuals with disabilities," for a public comment period starting May 9, 2025. 

People are open to risk-taking to slow disease progression according to new report

CHICAGO, Illinois—As the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease tops more than 7 million for the first time, nearly 4 in 5 Americans would want to know if they had Alzheimer’s disease before it impacted their lives. They also want treatment, even if it comes with risks, as long as it slows the progression of the disease.

HomeWell earns a spot on both the Top 100 Franchises Under $100K list & Fastest-Growing Franchises for 2025

BURKBURNETT, Texas—HomeWell Franchising Inc., the franchisor of national in-home care provider HomeWell Care Services, has earned two honors from Entrepreneur magazine—securing a spot on both the Top 100 Franchises Under $100K list and Fastest-Growing Franchises for 2025. HomeWell said these latest accolades reflect the company's continued momentum and appeal to aspiring entrepreneurs looking for a mission-driven business opportunity in a high-demand industry.

The report highlighted market growth driven by aging demographics & M&A activity

BOSTON—Capstone Partners, a middle market investment banking firm, released its April 2025 Home Care Sector Update, reporting that an aging U.S. population and consumer preference for receiving care at home and aging-in-place are expanding the homecare market.

The council will address urgent care workforce needs

WASHINGTON—National Skills Coalition (NSC) announced the launch of the Care Workforce Advisory Council—and released a new brief on care workers—to address the urgent challenges facing the care workforce as demand for long-term care and childcare services continues to grow nationally. The council comprises 20 industry-leading professionals and experts in direct care, early childhood care and education and workforce development. 

Hallmark announced the appointment of Jim Teas as chief revenue officer & Nick Brignola as chief financial officer

CHARLESTOWN, Massachusetts—Hallmark, a health care workforce management technology company, announced the appointment of Jim Teas as chief revenue officer (CRO) and Nick Brignola as chief financial officer (CFO). Hallmark said these leadership additions reinforce its commitment to accelerating its growth and delivering workforce solutions for health care providers.

The company will also conduct a conference call for all interested parties

ROCHESTER HILLS, Michigan—InfuSystem Holdings, Inc., a national health care service provider, facilitating outpatient care for durable medical equipment manufacturers and health care providers, announced it will issue first quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, May 8, 2025, before the market opens.

The company will also conduct a conference call for all interested parties on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 9 a.m. ET to discuss its financial results.