The Home Health Care Wire
Your source for CareVoyant and industry news. November 5, 2026
National Family Caregivers Month 2026: Home Care Guide
National Family Caregivers Month runs every November, and this year's theme is Care Connects Us. The U.S. now has 63 million family caregivers. More than half handle medical or nursing tasks, yet only about 1 in 5 has had formal training. Home care agencies are well placed to close the training, respite and coordination gaps families face.
5 Reasons Why Specialized Dementia and Alzheimer’s Training Matters to Caregivers
As the population ages and the number of people diagnosed with cognitive disorders continues to rise, the demand for well-trained caregivers has never been more critical. Proper training for those providing care to patients with cognitive disorders is essential—not only for ensuring quality care but also for preserving the dignity, safety, and emotional well-being of both patients and caregivers.
Improving Home Care Patient Access with Centralized Intake Functions
Centralizing intake transforms patient access from a bottleneck into a seamless strategic advantage. By aligning with NAHAM standards via CareVoyant, agencies can slash referral-to-admission times, ensure data integrity, and significantly boost both patient satisfaction and financial performance.
Home Healthcare Industry News
CMS COO: Moratorium Has Blocked 250 Home Health Agencies From Medicare Enrollment
While some of the largest home health providers have said the moratorium has no impact on their growth plans, others have warned that the enrollment ban will curb growth for compliant providers and limit access to care, especially in rural areas.
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