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Operations, occupancy, staffing, and policy headlines from across the senior living and home health industry.
Latest story: Oct 9, 2026
- Home Health Care NewsOct 9, 2026
MedPAC Launches PDGM Study Analyzing Home Health Payment Accuracy
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) is launching a study to determine whether the Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM) accurately aligns home health payments with patient care costs. The study, which will analyze data on home health and skilled…
- Home Health Care NewsOct 9, 2026
HHS Launches $27.8M Initiative To Reduce Older Adult Falls
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has named recipients of a $27.8 million fund designed to reduce falls among older adults, including nonprofit organizations that provide or support home care services. The fund includes three fall…
- Home Health Care NewsOct 8, 2026
What Colorado’s Move To Terminate A Home Care Provider Signals For Medicaid Enforcement
Colorado’s Medicaid program has moved to terminate its provider agreement with home care provider FreedomCare of Colorado. The provider went from receiving about $1 million in Medicaid payments last year to nearly $22 million so far this year, according to…
- Home Health Care NewsOct 8, 2026
New CMS Directive Gives Home Health Providers Greater Visibility Into Denials
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) now requires Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to post quarterly information on their websites, which could reduce home health claim denials. The move, which will go into effect Nov. 2, 2026, aims to…
- Senior Living ForesightOct 8, 2026
Could Robots Help Senior Living Keep the People It Already Has?
Maybe, just maybe, one way to keep great people is to stop asking them to spend so much of their day doing work a robot would be perfectly happy to do.
- Home Health Care NewsOct 7, 2026
Home-Based Care Deals No Longer End At The Closing Table
Home-based care mergers and acquisitions are changing, not only in how buyers value companies, but also in how buyers and sellers work together after a deal closes. EBITDA alone no longer defines a home-based care company’s worth, and sellers do not always…
- Home Health Care NewsOct 7, 2026
Home-Based Care Operators Turn MA Contracts Into Lasting Partnerships
Maintaining a place in a Medicare Advantage payer’s network requires far more than signing an agreement. Providers need to demonstrate reliable access, quality outcomes and a willingness to work with plans on an ongoing basis — increasingly through timely…
- ArgentumOct 7, 2026
Argentum Champions Active Aging Week with Nationwide Celebration of Purpose, Wellness, and Connection
Annual Observance Spotlights the Energy, Purpose, and Ageless Spirit of Older Adults Through the “I Love Senior Living” Movement WASHINGTON, D.C. — October 7, 2026 — Today, Argentum, the leading […] The post Argentum Champions Active Aging Week with…
- Senior Living ForesightOct 7, 2026
Does This Overwhelm You Like It Does Me?
We live in a society where aging is maddeningly complex and expensive. As an industry, we should be asking: how can we make it better?
- Home Health Care NewsOct 6, 2026
Team Select Scales AI Platform To Full Census, Reports 15% Drop In Hospitalizations
Team Select Home Care bet $6 million on an unproven concept: that proprietary predictive AI, trained on more than a decade of patient records, could catch subtle clinical decline and keep medically fragile patients out of the hospital. Now, the provider is…
- Home Health Care NewsOct 6, 2026
States Go Beyond Federal Requirements To Fight Medicaid Home Care Fraud
States are going beyond federal requirements to detect fraud in Medicaid home care, cross-checking billed services against electronic visit verifications (EVVs) and analyzing claims for specific patterns, according to a new KFF report. Most states report that…
- Senior Living ForesightOct 6, 2026
If AI Can’t Find Your Senior Living Community, Do You Exist?
From workforce culture to AI search plus some of the hardest questions surrounding aging and care, this episode has plenty to debate.
- ArgentumOct 6, 2026
Pegasus Senior Living Joins Walk to End Alzheimer’s as National Member, Rallying Communities Coast to Coast
DALLAS, TX — A Dallas-based senior living company is turning miles into money for Alzheimer’s research after joining the Walk to End Alzheimer’s® as a national member. Pegasus Senior Living, […] The post Pegasus Senior Living Joins Walk to End Alzheimer’s as…
- ArgentumOct 6, 2026
Compass Senior Living partners with LifeLoop to scale personalized well-being across 38 communities
Technology partnership enhances and standardizes the organization’s purpose-driven resident experience portfolio-wide DENVER—October 6, 2026 —LifeLoop, the leading proactive engagement and whole-person wellness platform for senior living, today announced a…
- Senior Living ForesightOct 6, 2026
An Employee’s Lament
How would your HR department, or People Department, handle an unhappy employee? Is that an HR problem or a cultural problem?
- Home Health Care NewsOct 5, 2026
Always Best Care, VNA Health Group, Home Halo Appoint New C-Suite Leaders
Always Best Care Senior Services names new chief financial officer Always Best Care Senior Services has appointed Jason Shontz as its CFO. Shontz most recently served as vice president of finance for The Joint Corp (Nasdaq: JYNT), a chiropractic franchisor.…
- Home Health Care NewsOct 5, 2026
Following Dovida Deal, A Place At Home Leans Into Franchise Buybacks, Joint Ventures
Fresh off its buyout by global home care provider Dovida, A Place At Home is now poised to turn its buy-back franchising model into a greater part of its growth strategy. A Place At Home’s franchise model cultivates high-performing local operators and…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
Watch Argentum’s Latest Policy Briefing On Demand
Missed Argentum’s third quarter policy briefing? The full webinar and presentation are now available on demand. The briefing provides members with a comprehensive overview of the legislative, regulatory, and political […] The post Watch Argentum’s Latest…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
Argentum Meets with VA Leadership as Veterans Pilot Program Advances
Argentum met with senior Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) officials last week as part of its ongoing effort to advance implementation of the VA’s assisted living demonstration project, a policy […] The post Argentum Meets with VA Leadership as Veterans…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
Women in Leadership: Building Connections, Developing Leaders and Advancing Women in Senior Living
Strong leaders don’t develop in isolation. They benefit from opportunities to learn from others, build meaningful professional relationships, find mentors and peers, and hear firsthand from people who have navigated […] The post Women in Leadership: Building…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
Mass-ALA Conference Highlights Growing Importance of State-National Advocacy Partnerships
A central theme of the 2026 Massachusetts Assisted Living Association Annual Conference was how public policy increasingly moves across state lines. The event featured a panel of Massachusetts industry leaders […] The post Mass-ALA Conference Highlights…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
In the News: Argentum Calls for a National Aging Strategy
In a recent opinion piece published by the Washington Examiner and republished by MSN, Argentum President and CEO James Balda argues that America spent decades building for the Baby Boom […] The post In the News: Argentum Calls for a National Aging Strategy…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
Argentum Advocates for New Direct Care Worker Visa at Brookings Forum
At a policy forum to discuss long-term care workforce solutions, Argentum’s senior vice president of public policy Maggie Elehwany argued that the senior living workforce challenge is no longer a […] The post Argentum Advocates for New Direct Care Worker Visa…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
Featured Podcast: Argentum CEO on the Future of Senior Living: Choice, Connection, and a New Vision for Aging
Argentum President and CEO James Balda appeared on the Elevate Eldercare podcast to discuss what senior living should look like in the decades ahead. The conversation touched on some of […] The post Featured Podcast: Argentum CEO on the Future of Senior…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
Researchers Find Pets May be One of the Most Powerful Wellbeing Tools for Solo Agers
New Mather Institute Study Provides Insights into How Pet Ownership Can Dramatically Elevate Physical, Psychological and Social Wellbeing EVANSTON, Ill., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the population of solo […] The post Researchers Find Pets May be One of…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
Living ContoursTM carpet collection from Tarkett brings subtle geometry inspired by natural terrain
Tarkett, a global leader in innovative and sustainable flooring solutions, has expanded its soft-surface portfolio with Living Contours™, a versatile collection designed with senior living spaces in mind. As the […] The post Living ContoursTM carpet…
- ArgentumOct 5, 2026
The Next Adventure: How Chris and Bill Found Freedom to Keep Exploring at Oak Trace
For Chris Laperuto and Bill Roznowski, life is meant to be explored. The best adventures rarely follow a well-worn path. Sometimes that means biking along a scenic trail. Sometimes it […] The post The Next Adventure: How Chris and Bill Found Freedom to Keep…
- Senior Living ForesightOct 5, 2026
Stop Treating Your LinkedIn Company Page Like a Digital Brochure
Company pages may not win the LinkedIn popularity contest. But they still matter. And if yours is boring, outdated, or mostly ads, fix it.
- Home Health Care NewsOct 2, 2026
Paul Kusserow On The ‘Next Version Of Home Health’
The home health industry has long organized its business model around episodic, clinician-driven visits, but that traditional framework may struggle to solve a mounting chronic disease crisis, according to industry veteran Paul Kusserow. The industry must…
- Home Health Care NewsOct 2, 2026
Dealbook: DAI Closes On HCA Deal; At Home Harmony Raises $4.7M
DAI closes on HCA Healthcare deal Deaconess Associations Incorporated (DAI) has closed on its acquisition of 24 home health locations and seven hospice locations from HCA Healthcare. The new agencies, which span eight states, have joined Central Pyramid, one…
- Senior Living ForesightOct 2, 2026
Nobody’s Ever Tried This, But It Could Rock Senior Living
"The leaders weren't commanding from above; they were building trust that allowed the group to self-organize toward its horizon."
- Home Health Care NewsOct 1, 2026
Household Hazards Can Worsen Home Health Infection Prevention
Delivering clinical care inside a patient’s home brings challenges not seen in facility-based care, such as crowded countertops, poor lighting or vermin infestations. A new study from the American Journal of Infection Control found that clutter in the home…
- Home Health Care NewsOct 1, 2026
Why Behavioral Health And Dementia Care Are Becoming Table Stakes In Home-Based Care
Providers of aging services, including home-based care, have had to adapt to patient trends like higher acuity levels, growing regulatory complexity and ramping need for data and operational sophistication. They are also adapting to new expectations and needs…
- Senior Living ForesightOct 1, 2026
Beyond the Deals: What to Watch at NIC Fall 2026
"Healthy aging" has become one of senior living’s favorite phrases. Steve asks Lisa on a question: Do we actually know this is what consumers want?
- Home Health Care NewsSep 30, 2026
How CMS’ Proposed Rule Would Build Palliative Care Into The Home Health System
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) proposal to add palliative care as a billable service under the Medicare Home Health Benefit could expand home health agencies to develop relationships with different types of providers. However, adding…
- Home Health Care NewsSep 30, 2026
Compliance And Scarcity Define The Next Wave Of Home-Based Care Dealmaking
Compared to the dealmaking frenzy of five years ago, home-based care M&A is entering a new phase defined by more selective buyers and a greater emphasis on clinically strong, compliant providers, industry experts told Home Health Care News. Buyers emphasizing…
- Senior Living ForesightSep 30, 2026
Wellness Washing Will Not Win the Next Generation of Residents
Senior living has a chance to be much bigger than a place people go when they need help. It can become a platform for health, autonomy, and belonging.
- Home Health Care NewsSep 29, 2026
New Modivcare Personal Care CEO Marsha Ramos Eyes Medicare Reform, Sustainable Growth
Modivcare’s new CEO of personal care, Marsha Ramos, sees a Medicare home care benefit as a potential turning point for the personal home care industry. But even as attention around home care access grows, she said concerns about fraud, waste and abuse could…
- Home Health Care NewsSep 29, 2026
New Bill Would Make PACE Mandatory Under Medicaid, Spur Provider Growth
Reps. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., and John Moolenaar, R-Mich., have introduced a bill to strengthen the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and allow PACE providers to expand access to in-home care. The legislation, called the PACE Access…
- Senior Living ForesightSep 29, 2026
Has “Ageism” Become Too Broad? | Trending Tuesdays Ep. 8
Steve Moran dives into a poll that sparked conversation about aging, stereotypes, and whether the term “ageism” is being applied too broadly.
- ArgentumSep 29, 2026
Artis Senior Living Appoints Vice President of Operations
Justin Ladd has been named vice president of operations for Artis Senior Living. In this capacity, He will lead the operations for nine communities in the Artis portfolio located in […] The post Artis Senior Living Appoints Vice President of Operations…
- ArgentumSep 29, 2026
No Passport Needed: Kangaroo Visit Brings Australia to Huntingdon Valley Seniors
Residents of Artis Senior Living of Huntingdon Valley were enthralled with their Aussie guest. For many people, seeing a kangaroo is the kind of wonder they may only experience once […] The post No Passport Needed: Kangaroo Visit Brings Australia to…
- Senior Living ForesightSep 29, 2026
The Morning Page That Runs Your Day
None of this requires you to believe in journaling as a lifestyle. It just requires you to notice that an unmanaged brain is a noisy one.
- Home Health Care NewsSep 28, 2026
HomeWell’s Record-Breaking Growth Amid Trickier Client Acquisition
Nine months after being acquired by private equity firm Main Post Partners, HomeWell Care Services has set a new growth record for the company’s history, having sold 33 franchise deals thus far in 2026. The growth comes as the demand for home care has never…
- Home Health Care NewsSep 28, 2026
Why SCAN Health Plan Skips The Hospital Stop Between Home And SNF
Home-based care providers are increasingly earning a seat at the table for care-pathway transitions, including whether an inpatient hospital stay is truly necessary before a patient moves to a skilled nursing facility (SNF). Some payers require a two-day…
- ArgentumSep 28, 2026
The Conversations Senior Living Leaders Need to Be Having Are Happening in Austin
Senior living leaders are making consequential decisions in an environment that is changing quickly. Demand is growing. New supply remains constrained. Workforce pressures continue to shape operations. Artificial intelligence is […] The post The Conversations…
- ArgentumSep 28, 2026
This Wednesday: Argentum Advocates Quarterly Policy Briefing
Argentum Advocates are invited to join our next policy briefing webinar this Wednesday, September 30 at 1:00 p.m. ET, for an insider’s look at the policy and political dynamics expected to shape the […] The post This Wednesday: Argentum Advocates Quarterly…
- ArgentumSep 28, 2026
This Week in Washington: Final Legislative Days Before Elections
Congress is entering what could be its final legislative week before lawmakers spend most of October on the campaign trail ahead of the November midterm elections. When lawmakers return, they […] The post This Week in Washington: Final Legislative Days Before…
- ArgentumSep 28, 2026
October 5 is the Last Day to Register for the Next AI Leadership Sprint for Senior Living
Senior living leaders have until Monday, October 5, to register for the next AI Leadership Sprint for Senior Living, a highly focused, hands-on experience designed to help leaders move beyond […] The post October 5 is the Last Day to Register for the Next AI…
- Home Health Care NewsSep 28, 2026
AxisCare Unveils Axi Assist, an AI Receptionist for Home Care
AxisCare Unveils Axi Assist, an AI Receptionist for Home Care New AI-powered capability helps agencies manage caregiver call-offs, missed clock-ins, and critical communications around the clock. WACO, Texas – September 28, 2026 – AxisCare, a leading provider…
- Senior Living ForesightSep 28, 2026
What Does Your Culture Feel Like?
When leaders begin seeing frontline associates as the foundation of the resident experience rather than simply a labor expense, something changes.
- Home Health Care NewsSep 25, 2026
How Home-Based Care Providers Clear Operational Bottlenecks
Processing and maintaining referrals, as well as developing channels to foster new ones, remain common choke points in home-based care. Referral-related challenges emerged as a common theme for operational bottlenecks, industry leaders told Home Health Care…
- Home Health Care NewsSep 25, 2026
The Early Bird Deadline for the Aspect Marketing & Advertising Awards Ends September 30
Save $100 on your entry fee when you submit your Aspect Marketing & Advertising Awards entries by September 30 at 11:59pm CDT. The Aspect Marketing & Advertising Awards recognize outstanding creativity, innovation, and impact in marketing and advertising…
- Home Health Care NewsSep 25, 2026
Home Helpers Names New Chief Development Officer; A Place for Mom Appoints CTO
Home Helpers Home Care promotes Bobby Kelley to chief development officer Home Helpers Home Care appointed Bobby Kelley, who joined the company in 2005, as chief development officer. Kelley previously served as a franchise consultant and vice president of…
- Senior Living ForesightSep 25, 2026
It’s Time For You to Shut-up — The Most Underrated Leadership Skill Is Listening
Trust is higher. People are more engaged. They're more willing to speak up. And leaders are more likely to get the information they actually need.
- Home Health Care NewsSep 24, 2026
New York CDPAP Workers File For Union Election
Caregivers in New York’s self-directed Medicaid home care program have filed for a union election to be represented by 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East. If the workers vote to unionize, 190,000 caregivers who provide home care through New York’s…
- Home Health Care NewsSep 24, 2026
What Aveanna, Addus And Pennant Revealed About Growth Beyond New Referrals
Last week, several large, publicly traded home-based care providers took the stage at the 2026 Jefferies Healthcare Services and Technology Conference, offering a back-to-back look at how the industry’s biggest operators are thinking about growth heading into…
- Senior Living ForesightSep 24, 2026
Senior Living’s Real Growth Constraint Is People
The biggest challenge in senior living may not be occupancy, real estate, or even demand. It may be people.
- Home Health Care NewsSep 23, 2026
Executive Perspectives: Mary Bausch, Director of Strategic Operations at VitalCaring, and Si Luo, CEO of CareXM
Executive Perspectives: Mary Bausch, Director of Strategic Operations at VitalCaring, and Si Luo, CEO of CareXM Home-based care is reactive by nature: a patient has a need, that need triggers the care team and coordination continues until the problem is…
- Home Health Care NewsSep 23, 2026
9 Months In, TEAM Pushes Outpatient Services, Tighter Home Health Coordination
The Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) went into effect on Jan. 1, 2026, and while full industry-wide data likely will not be available until mid-2027, the model will increasingly lead hospitals to emphasize outpatient services and tighten…
- ArgentumSep 23, 2026
Retirement Reimagined: How Oak Trace Residents Are Embracing Adventure, Connection, and Lifelong Learning
What does retirement look like today? For residents of Oak Trace in Downers Grove, Illinois, it looks a lot like exploration, discovery, and saying “yes” to new experiences. In a […] The post Retirement Reimagined: How Oak Trace Residents Are Embracing…
- ArgentumSep 23, 2026
Creative Competition at Artis Senior Living Celebrates the Spirit of Community
The moments that make senior living special often aren’t the big milestones. They’re the everyday experiences that bring people together, spark joy, and create lasting connections. That spirit was on […] The post Creative Competition at Artis Senior Living…