AHHC of NC

The Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina is the trade group representing #homecare #homehealth and #hospice & palliative care in NC since 1972.

[AHHC of NC @AHHCNC]

🏡 Join or renew with @AHHCNC — the leading voice for home health, home care & hospice providers in NC since 1972. Get advocacy, education, alerts & resources that support your team and your patients. Join/renew today 👉 https://t.co/SuuNB7TutH
#Hospice #Homecare #Homehealth

[AHHC of NC @AHHCNC]

June is #AlzheimersAwareness Month. To the home health, home care, & hospice providers on the front lines of Alzheimer’s care: Thank you. 💜 You don’t just manage a diagnosis; you preserve dignity, bring peace of mind to families, & make aging in place possible.

[AHHC of NC @AHHCNC]

An article by @HHCareNews recently shared an inside look at how using local hospital referral trends to guide geographic strategy.

For home care providers, aligning your footprint with hospital discharge data isn't just smart—it’s survival. https://t.co/XnzUPCSZTN
#HomeHealth

[AHHC of NC @AHHCNC]

Everyday chats with acquaintances are vital for people with #dementia—like a barista who knows their order, or a casual friend.
These "weak ties" are powerful, providing low-pressure connections, cognitive stimulation, & a sense of identity. Read more https://t.co/gN8nCm9Xkc

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Older adults will outnumber kids under 18 within a decade. 3 in 4 say they want to age at home —yet Medicaid, the main payer for long-term care, is being squeezed.
States with multisector aging plans are stepping up. Read More: https://t.co/LV5Ty40MOe
@NCHomeCareTim #aginginplace

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🚨 Our partners at GEOH are hosting a FREE webinar: "Growing Your Agency With North Carolina Waivers"
Gain a better understanding of the NC Waiver System.
@NCHomeCareTim #NCWaivers #Medicaid
Register Now!👇
https://t.co/R8RW6biePn

[AHHC of NC @AHHCNC]

@HealthrevP features honest conversations on staffing, reimbursement cuts, and building a better home health agency. This week, a look at creating confidence in Dementia Care.
https://t.co/mRrazsj1pL
#PalliativePodcast #HomeHealthLeadership

[AHHC of NC @AHHCNC]

Home health & hospice pros: standard advance directives often fall short for dementia patients. A dementia-specific directive helps patients document wishes at every stage — before it's too late.
Read more: https://t.co/I4f47ivnvw
#HomeCare #Alzheimers #AdvanceCarePlanning

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AI in home care is only as good as the trust behind it. Leaders say agencies must tackle staff & patient fears head-on — or risk derailing adoption before it starts. Less paperwork, more patient time. Read more: https://t.co/YhsG8UIrjZ
🏠🤖 #HomeCare #HomeHealth #HealthcareAI

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#CMS issued FAQ guidance on the #hospice & #homehealth #Medicare enrollment freeze.
Facts:
✅ Existing providers can keep serving patients
🚫 New enrollments remain frozen
📋 Apps submitted before May 13 can proceed
⏳ Freeze may extend past 6 months

🔗 https://t.co/B1DtSNocTk

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2.5 million Americans develop pressure injuries every year — & most are preventable.

For home #caregivers: you are the first line of defense. Daily skin checks, regular repositioning & the right equipment save lives.

Know what to look for → https://t.co/Ua3hqTcqtA

#HomeHealth

[AHHC of NC @AHHCNC]

🌎 On #WorldEnvironmentDay, we celebrate how care at home supports healthier communities. Home care, home health, & hospice providers help patients age in place, reduce unnecessary hospital visits, & deliver compassionate care where people want to be most—at home. 💚 #CareatHome

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Caregiving isn't always easy. When tensions rise, de-escalation skills can help caregivers stay calm, listen actively, & resolve conflicts before they grow. Strong communication leads to better outcomes. 💙
Read more: https://t.co/tES12dvJbY
#Caregiving #HomeCare #HospiceCare

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Many healthcare professionals feel unprepared for end-of-life conversations. As demand for serious illness care grows, palliative care training is essential to help patients & families make informed decisions.
Read more: https://t.co/DjibC4yJHk
💙 #PalliativeCare #HospiceCare

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🌟 Proud to sponsor the 2026 @DukeHomeCare and Hospice Gala! This event raised $321,000 to support compassionate hospice care and bring comfort to families when they need it most. 💖 Thank you for making a difference! 🙏 #HopeAndCare #DukeGala2026 @NCHomeCareTim

[AHHC of NC @AHHCNC]

A new Senate framework proposes adding non-medical home care to Medicare. While this opens a wave of new clients, providers must brace for compliance risks & shifted payer mixes.

Read more: https://t.co/vWxk6ZDxux

#HomeCare #Medicare

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NC already faces a nursing shortage & this proposed federal change could make it harder to grow the workforce supporting care at home. Reduced access to graduate nursing education could impact home health & hospice care nationwide.
https://t.co/CbJV43K7h1
#HomeCare #Hospice

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Insurance claims are inevitable in home care & home health—but being unprepared doesn’t have to be. Join Kenneth G. Reinheimer III, MBA, for a complimentary webinar on safety procedures & loss control strategies to protect your staff, clients, & agency. https://t.co/IzRE7JPy4o

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AHHC is proud to partner with ACHC to empower Home Care, Home Health, & Hospice providers. Enhance patient care & set higher quality standards with industry-leading accreditation & training resources.
Learn more at https://t.co/hT3nFmzZBU💡

#HomeCare #Hospice #Continuinged

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Looking to boost your continuing education? The @HospiceWebinars offers a wide range of on-demand training courses, giving you the flexibility to learn anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Check out their latest on-demand webinars https://t.co/zCmsO4qqHr