Arlington, Virginia—The American Association for Homecare (AAHomecare) has launched a new video campaign highlighting the profound impact of home medical equipment (HME) through the story of Brandon, a young professional and quadriplegic whose journey is a testament to the freedom, independence and purpose that HME makes possible.
Local private duty provider pioneers homecare certification category
OLYMPIA, Washington—Senior Helpers announced it is the first private duty in-home care provider in the United States to be Age-Friendly Care at Home certified by Community Health Accreditation Partners (CHAP). Senior Helpers of Olympia joined the list of Senior Helpers CHAP Age-Friendly Care at Home Certified locations.
WASHINGTON—ATA Action, the advocacy arm of the American Telemedicine Association (ATA), has acquired the Digital Therapeutics Alliance (DTA), an international organization focused on expanding access to digital therapeutics.
Among Medicare and Medicare Advantage patients, total costs of care were 35% lower for those using a DME provider versus pharmacy
DALLAS—Patients who receive continuous glucose monitors (CGM) through durable medical equipment providers have significant advantages compared to those who receive CGM through pharmacy channels, according to newly published research.
As baby boomers age into the group most affected by hoarding disorder, the psychiatric condition is a growing public health concern
A dozen people seated around folding tables clap heartily for a beaming woman: She’s donated two 13-gallon garbage bags full of clothes, including several Christmas sweaters and a couple of pantsuits, to a Presbyterian church.
The notification is designed to create strong patient relationships while optimizing operational efficiency
DALLAS—Homecare Homebase (HCHB), a software provider for home-based care, announced the launch of its Agency Welcome Notification automated text type, part of HCHB's Patient Engagement product suite, designed to create strong patient relationships while optimizing operational efficiency.
More than 145 companies were invited to submit entries for the Innovation Award
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia—The National Home Infusion Association (NHIA) has announced the finalists for its 2025 Exhibitor Innovation Award. The award recognizes groundbreaking products or services that advance the home and alternate site infusion industry.
The card will display a wider range of flow settings
ST. LOUIS, Missouri—Responsive Respiratory (RRI) announced that its popular duration card has been given a facelift for 2025. The duration card, a staple resource for ambulatory oxygen patients, lists the most common medical oxygen cylinder sizes and the approximate duration for each when utilizing a continuous flow oxygen regulator or 6:1 conserver on a full cylinder.
"Caregiving," produced by Bradley Cooper, will air in June on PBS
IRVINE, California—Comfort Keepers, a provider of homecare for seniors and adults who need assistance, announced its sponsorship support for Caregiving, the documentary for PBS created with executive producer Bradley Cooper, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of caregiving in America.
The company will showcase the Help Alert Badge
BROOKFIELD, Wisconsin—RF Technologies (RFT), a provider of life safety and security solutions and a provider in the field of Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) since 1987, announced its attendance at the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) 2025 Conference. The event will take place from March 31 to April 1 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts. RFT is exhibiting at booth 640.