HARTFORD, Conn. (May 11, 2021)—CareCentrix, a provider of health-at-home solutions, announced the addition of Dr. Jennifer Schneider, MD, MS, as a strategic advisor. Schneider is a top tier clinical and business leader who has a deep understanding of the connection between technology and health care. She will support CareCentrix in its mission to empower health plans and providers to deliver more care at home leveraging emerging technologies.
 

ROCKLIN, Calif. (May 7, 2021)—Luna, a provider of on-demand physical therapy, announced three new partnerships with the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Resurgens Orthopaedics and Modern Orthopedics to expand access to quality physical therapy for patients across four states. Through Luna, patients will receive the same high-quality care these orthopedic institutions provide in outpatient clinics in the comfort of their home or at the location of their choosing. 

BURKBURNETT, Texas (May 5, 2021)—HomeWell Franchising Inc., a nonmedical in-home care franchiser, released its Q1 2021 franchise development and financial results. Despite the pandemic still sweeping the nation and the world, the company experienced unparalleled growth.

Q1 2021 Highlights:


Franchise Development
• 5 executed contracts: 4 new owners and 1 expansion
• 4 new open locations
• 7 new territories awarded


OLIVER SPRINGS, Tenn. (April 22, 2021)—Fifty workers misclassified as independent contractors by an Oliver Springs, Tennesee home health care service provider received a total of $358,675 in back wages to resolve overtime violations found in a U.S. Department of Labor investigation.

MELVILLE, N.Y. (April 22, 2021)—Always Compassionate Home Care (ACHC) is excited to announce that it acquired Wellness Home Care of Goshen, New York, at the end of last year (2020). Wellness Home Care is being operated by ACHC under a management agreement that was recently approved by the Department of Health. During this change of ownership process, and as part of the management agreement, Wellness Home Care will retain its caregivers and name.


CARY, N.C. (April 19, 2021)—As the number of people affected by serious illnesses continues to rise, many patients are turning to palliative care to cope with pain and better manage their conditions. Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) recognizes the growing value of these services and is launching a Palliative Care Accreditation program to advance quality of care and improve patient outcomes.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. (April 14, 2021)—The Great Place to Work Institute has honored ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care with certification as a Great Place to Work. The certification process considered thousands of employee surveys from across the United States. Great Place to Work, an independent research and consulting firm, evaluated more than 60 elements of team members’ experience on the job.


ROCKLIN, Calif. (April 9, 2021)—Luna, a provider of on-demand physical therapy, announced its new Luna Protocols capability to improve the quality and standardization of care. By guiding therapists in-app to utilize tailored rehabilitation instructions, Luna Protocols ensures patients receive quality care and meet the progress and recovery timeline set by their surgeon. 

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (April 8, 2021)—Life365, a virtual care platform provider announced its partnership with EAT FIT GO Wellness, a healthy lifestyles company that empowers well-being from the inside out with premium, convenient and healthy nutrition. EAT FIT GO specializes in ready to heat and serve healthy prepackaged meals designed to be affordable, convenient and nutritious.

DETROIT, Mich. (April 5, 2021)—ComForCare, a franchised provider of in-home caregiving services, is providing training and resources to caregivers through its Staying Connected Caregiving Training Series. The free monthly 30-minute live virtual training is designed to expand a caregiver’s skills, provide practical field tips for client care, and attract new people to the caregiving field. An attendee does not need to be employed by ComForCare to attend.