Employee Churn
Train and grow your team with purpose: Building better careers in home care
In home care, the strength of the team directly impacts the quality of care they provide. But building a stable workforce requires more than better pay or perks. It starts with purposeful support and development from day one. High turnover and burnout continue to challenge the sector. At AlayaCare’s Better Outcomes 2024 conference, agency leaders…
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How caregiver feedback tools improve satisfaction, retention, and engagement in home care
Long shifts. Last-minute callouts. Teams stretched past their limits. Caregiver turnover affects everything — morale, scheduling, even client outcomes. And every departure costs agencies an average of $4,500 in hiring and onboarding alone. It’s not a rare occurrence either. Turnover sits at 77% and 59% of home care agencies say staffing shortages are ongoing. While…
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Better tools, better care: How the right technology helps you support your caregivers
You don’t need another reminder that the home care workforce is under pressure. You see it firsthand — staff stretched thin, burnout building, schedules constantly shifting. And in a sector built entirely on people, that kind of strain doesn’t just wear down your team. It impacts client satisfaction, care quality, and your agency’s ability to…
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Guide: How employee experience drives success in home-based care
In home-based care, the care provider experience is more than just an HR concern — it’s a strategic imperative. Organizations that prioritize workforce engagement see measurable benefits, from improved patient outcomes to stronger financial performance. The connection is clear: When care providers feel valued, they deliver higher quality care. And better care drives agency growth,…
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The future of home-based care: Predictions for 2025 and beyond
Author: Adrian Schauer, CEO of AlayaCare Last year, the home care industry reached a pivotal juncture, defined by a growing emphasis on technology and workforce transformation. Our 2024 predictions highlighted AI-driven workflow automation, value-based care prioritizing outcomes, personalized care via data analytics, the integration of social determinants in home care, and improved data sharing for…
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How to combat infusion staffing challenges with a referral management tool
Does your nursing agency belong to the 51% of home infusion providers that experience overbooking frequently, very frequently, or, worse, almost-always? You’re not alone. With two out of three infusion centers struggling with staff shortages, up to 40% of home infusion businesses claim that their biggest barrier to smooth operations is unbalanced nurse schedules. While staffing challenges are certainly nothing…
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3 Ways to grow your home care agency during challenging times
The home care industry has faced significant challenges recently, particularly with limited resources and financial constraints. As the economy experiences a downturn, home care agencies seek ways to maintain resilience and achieve success amidst these obstacles. Despite the difficulties, there are still opportunities for growth and development within the home care sector. Here are 3…
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[Webinar recap] 3 Ways to Supercharge Your Home Care Business in 2023
Home care businesses are often faced with the challenge of maintaining efficient operations while delivering top-notch care to their clients. However, it is estimated that as much as one-third of an agency’s gross profit is spent on administrative tasks and not enough on decision-making and building relationships with clients.
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3 Tips from top executives to help with retention and recruitment
On July 21st, 2022, Home Health Care News, in partnership with AlayaCare, hosted a webinar: “Improving Caregiver Recruitment and Retention for your Home Care Agency”. This webinar was focused on the subject surrounding the caregiver recruitment and retention crisis and how home care organizations could overcome these challenges to continue to grow and be successful…
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How Technology Can Help Eliminate Home Care Employee Churn
Across the United States, 16 percent of residents are over the age of 65 — and by 2060, it’s expected that one in four Americans will be in the retirement zone. This aging society presents challenges and opportunities across a wide swath of industries and sectors. It’s hard to imagine a market more invested in…
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