Compliance
3 Ways Home Care Software Streamlines Agency Processes
Home care agencies are under constant pressure to provide their patients with the best services possible. But making sure you have the right resources and capabilities in place isn’t easy. The home healthcare industry is notoriously resistant to change, but thanks to advances in technology like home care software, agencies can now streamline processes more…
Read More
4 Ways to improve client risk management in home care with data
Risk management can be a daunting task in home care, but it’s essential to ensure that clients receive the best possible care. With data analytics tools and sound policies, you can launch an effective risk management plan for your home care agency. Client care can present a variety of risks that can impact the quality…
Read More
5 Tips on automating client risk management in home care
As we mentioned in our blog, 3 methods to enhance home care risk management, and keeping clients safe while providing care services is critical for home care organizations. One of the three methods discussed was using automation to reduce manual errors and identify risks more quicker. Manual processing of client risk management leads to a…
Read More
3 methods to enhance home care risk management
Keeping clients safe while providing care services is critical for home care organizations. Client care can present a variety of risks that can impact the quality of care provided. In a survey of home care providers conducted by the Joint Commission, the most frequently identified risks were related to communication (such as miscommunication between…
Read More
4 growth strategies for home care agencies according to industry experts
On Oct 4th, 2022, Home Health Care News, in partnership with AlayaCare, hosted a webinar: “Growth Strategies for Home Care Agencies”. This webinar was focused on home-based care growth plans and what strategies are best for home care organizations to gain financial health and continue to grow and be successful in the industry.
Read More
3 Ways to grow your home care agency during challenging times
The last few years have been challenging for the home care industry. First with the pandemic and now the upcoming post-pandemic recession, many home care agencies are looking for ways to remain resilient and successful during the recession. Thankfully, there are still opportunities for home care organizations to grow, even during the recession.
Read More
Steps to prevent ransomware attacks in home care
Cybersecurity is a critical challenge facing the healthcare industry globally. Along with phishing, ransomware ranks as a top threat to EHR security. A 2021 report by HIMSS uncovered that ransomware was the second-most common vector of cybersecurity incidents in the healthcare industry, comprising 17% of all breaches.
Read More
Collaborate quickly and easily with AlayaCare Secure Messaging
Improving collaboration among staff is a top priority for many home care agencies. However, a solution needs to be secure and encrypted when discussing client information through a HIPAA-compliant* communication system. Most agencies find themselves juggling multiple different solutions for communication and work function, such as texting, email, voice notes, phone calls etc. However, not…
Read More
Simplify Home Care Agency Accounting with Integrated Accounting Software
Home care agency accounting is one of the most tedious and time consuming processes in your organization. According to Zapier, nearly a quarter (24 percent) of small business owners spend 5-10+ hours each week on administrative tasks alone.
Read More
How technology can help agencies prioritize risk management in the age of data
The privacy and security risks to which home care agencies are susceptible have been well-publicized recently. Data breaches affecting home care and home health providers continues to rise, with some reports showing incidents up 83% in the last ten years. As our industry continues to grow and evolve, it has never been more important for providers to understand the risks that they…
Read More
