PHA Updates
Hurricane Helene has devastated the Carolinas and surrounding areas. Home health, home care, and hospice providers report that the evacuation happened so quickly that they are struggling to find their…
PHA is pleased to announce that the 2025 membership dues have been officially posted and are now available for review by for agency members. This early notice offers members the…
Celebrating Hospice & Palliative Care Day on October 12
October 6, 2024PHA recognizes World Hospice and Palliative Care Day on October 12. This global day highlights the critical role of hospice and palliative care in enhancing the quality of life for…
DONATE NOW: Help Someone Receive In Home Care
October 6, 2024The Pennsylvania Foundation for Home Care and Hospice is reaching out to our generous membership—your immediate support can make all the difference to someone who doesn’t qualify for funding for…
Business Solutions Spotlight: Workers Compensation Trust
October 6, 2024When selecting workers’ compensation coverage, employers have several options. Employers may choose to be fully-insured, have a self-funded plan or they may participate in a self-insured group, such as the Pennsylvania…
Don’t Miss This FREE Event Coming To You!
October 6, 2024Don’t Miss This FREE Event Coming To You! 📅 WEST: October 16 @ 8:15 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Members Only 📅 EAST: October 23 @ 10 a.m. – 2:30…
HHAeXchange is hosting a special Caregiver Award initiative in honor of National Homecare & Hospice Month, and we encourage you to get involved! This is a wonderful chance to highlight…
Unlock the Power of PHA’s NEW Resume Bank
October 6, 2024Did you know that PHA’s Job Board offers more than just job postings – it provides direct access to our Resume Bank, a growing resource of candidates eager to explore…
FBI Fingerprinting Proposed
September 20, 2024PHA is advocating on two proposed regulatory changes that can impact the speed and cost of how home health care workers are hired. Specifically, the current OLTL Waiver Renewals and…
PHA Testifies at OAPSA Senate Hearing
September 20, 2024On September 18, CJ Rambler, President of PHA’s Board of Directors, testified in front of a joint session of the Senate Aging & Youth Committee and the Senate Banking &…
Help Support Home-Based Care for Those in Need!
September 20, 2024In 2024, the Pennsylvania Foundation for Home Care and Hospice is proud to have granted home-based care funding to more than 50 individuals through our Home Care Grant program. These individuals…
Vitable: PHA Exclusive Discounts for TB Blood Tests
September 20, 2024PHA has partnered with Vitable Health, bringing our members exclusive discounts on QuantiFERON TB tests. Through this partnership, members can purchase TB tests quarterly at a discounted rate through Vitable,…
Guest Column: Caregiver Workforce Trends by Care Connect
September 20, 2024Guest Column: Caregiver Workforce Trends by Care Connect Addressing the Shifts in Recruitment, Engagement, and Retention In recent months, the caregiver landscape has experienced a notable shift. While the number…
OLTL/Mercer Rate Study Update
September 6, 2024On the September 4, 2024 LTSS Subcommittee meeting, the Office of Long Term Living and Mercer released information about the ongoing rate study for Personal Assistance Services. Specifically, Mercer shared…
Mission Moments
September 6, 2024Watch this Mission Moment from Stan Rynkiewicz, Deer Meadows Home Health and Support Services, LLC. Want to be featured and inspire others with your Mission Moment? Click here to submit…
Business Solutions Spotlight: Grow a Profitable Business with FREE COSi + PHA Workshop
September 6, 2024Facing workforce shortages, complex regulations, or low reimbursement rates? Join COSi and PHA for an exclusive virtual workshop to help small to mid-size business leaders overcome these challenges and boost…
Last week, PHA held a hybrid EVV Compliance Collaborative event, with 225 attendees gathering to discuss crucial updates and strategies for Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) compliance. A huge thank you…
What Topics Do You Want to See in PHA’s 2025 Education Lineup?
September 6, 2024PHA is seeking recommendations for its 2025 Education series. We need members to tell us what topics they would like covered in future PHA educational series. Please answer these 3-questions…
On August 22, 2024, West Virginia’s Governor announced rate increases for Providers at an average of 15% effective October 1, 2024, with certain line items reaching increases of 34%. Included…
Pennsylvania Senator Tracy Pennycuick: Pennsylvania Needs to Do More to Allow Individuals to Receive Care at Home
August 23, 2024Pennsylvania Senator Tracy Pennycuick, representing the 24th District which includes parts of Berks and Montgomery counties, released an opinion editorial this week highlighting the home health care misses in the recently…
No Connections Next Week; We’re Moving to Bi-Weekly!
August 23, 2024Due to the Labor Day holiday, there will be no edition of Connections next week. Additionally, as we transition to fall, Connections will be moving to a biweekly schedule, with…
Business Solutions: Save on Workers’ Comp Insurance
August 23, 2024Workers Compensation is the second highest cost for home care and home health providers next to payroll. PHA offers a self-insurance option that saves members up to 10% compared to…
Save the Date: Sept. 9 Mergers and Acquisitions Event & Webinar Series for Home Care Agencies
August 23, 2024Join us on September 9, 2024 for a FREE webinar kicking off our Mergers and Acquisitions series this fall. On September 9, CEO Mia Haney will share the story of her…
The PHA Job Board provides a powerful way to ensure your job postings stand out. For a limited time, you can upgrade to a Featured Listing at 50% off—saving $25….
PDN: Advocate for Nursing Rate Increases Today!
August 16, 2024Don’t wait until April/May of 2025 to advocate for rate increases for nurses. Advocacy starts NOW! Sharing patient stories is a vital aspect of advocacy because it personalizes the impact of…
Save the Date(s)! PHA Regional Meetings Return in October
August 16, 2024The PHA Regional Meetings are back this fall! All members are invited to participate in this free event to hear the latest industry updates, learn about PHA’s services, discover business…
My Learning Center: Recognizing Signs of Heat Stroke, Heat Exhaustion, and Hypothermia
August 16, 2024Summer is still in full swing, and it’s important to stay informed about heat-related illnesses. My Learning Center offers a valuable training course on Recognizing Signs of Heat Stroke, Heat…
Ensuring the safety of our workforce is a top priority. When entering unfamiliar neighborhoods or homes, it is imperative that staff are trained and equipped to protect themselves. That’s why…
New Website Now Live!
August 10, 2024PHA’s new look is officially complete! Along with our updated logo and brand, the PHA website received a major overhaul and went live last week. If you haven’t visited yet,…
Support Home-Based Care: Contribute to HomePAC Today!
August 9, 2024On behalf of the Pennsylvania Homecare Association’s Political Action Committee, HomePAC, please consider making a contribution for the 2024 year. Your support is crucial in ensuring that the voice of…
Are you ready to transform your homecare agency with Artificial Intelligence? Join our upcoming webinar series to discover how AI can revolutionize your operations, from easing workforce challenges to enhancing…
Join us for an insightful Lunch & Learn session on Monday, August 19 at noon, hosted by PHA’s Workforce Development Director, Becky Jacobs. The session, titled “Recruitment Strategies for Success,”…
Maximize Your Reach with PHA Job Board’s Featured Ads
August 9, 2024The PHA Job Board offers an effective solution to ensure your job ads get the attention they deserve. You can now upgrade one (1) posting to a featured listing for…
DCW & HHA Grant Taskforce Sign-Ups
August 9, 2024In May, PHA was awarded a $600,000 grant through the Department of Labor and Industry for Direct Care Worker Job Quality initiatives. PHA’s grant program will have two learning tracks:…
Website Launch 8/5/2024: No Connections Next Week!
July 29, 2024PHA is launching a newly redesigned website next week on August 5, 2024! There will be no Connections newsletter on August 5 as our staff will be on standby to assist members…
We are thrilled to announce PHA’s strategic partnership with Nevvon, an industry leader in e-training solutions for the healthcare sector. Through this collaboration, Nevvon will power, host and support the…
DLI Grant: Taskforce Sign-Ups
July 29, 2024In May, PHA was awarded a Department of Labor and Industry Grant for Direct Care Worker Job Quality initiatives. Our program will have two learning tracks. One for Direct Care Workers and…
AmeriHealth Caritas/Keystone First Provides PHA Clarification on Manual Edit Signature Requirements!
July 29, 2024PHA has been seeking clarification from AmeriHealth Caritas/Keystone First (AC/KF) on what an acceptable participant signature is for purposes of documenting Manual Edits. In November 2023, AC/KF released guidance that…
Click here for the Mission Moment of Brett Ringold with A Long Term Companion, as he recalls an event early in his career that shaped the way he approaches support for…
Help Support Homecare in PA—Your Generosity Matters!
July 22, 2024Home is where we feel safest—and it’s where many wish to stay during recovery or treatment. The Pennsylvania Foundation for Home Care and Hospice helps make this possible by providing…
50% Off 1 Job Posting myCNAjobs for PHA Members
July 22, 2024PHA is excited to share that myCNAjobs is offering PHA members a 50% discount to post one 7-day or 30-day job to their platform.* The discount code, PHA50, is valid through 8/31/24. myCNAjobs…
Keep the Momentum Going by Contributing to HomePAC, PHA’s Political Action Committee! Every dollar contributed is a step towards securing critical increases for direct care workers and nurses in next year’s budget….
PHA Responds to CHC, OBRA Waiver Amendments
July 22, 2024PHA collaborated with a number of associations and stakeholders to respond to the proposed CHC Waiver Renewal and OBRA Waiver Amendment released by the Office of Long Term Living on June 15,…
“I think as a person who has lived refugee experience, also I’m a doctoral student in public health, I understand a lot about disparities and what is going on. Coming…
The Pennsylvania Foundation for Home Care and Hospice has established the South Central Pennsylvania Home Care Grant with the support of the Partnership for Better Health. This grant supports individuals…
New Resource: Training Supplement for OLTL Providers
July 15, 2024PHA has added a new training supplement to our resource library, specifically designed to meet the annual staff training requirements mandated by the Office of Long-Term Living (§ 52.21. Staff training)….
Late last week in a whirlwind of committee meetings and floor votes, the General Assembly finalized the state’s fiscal year 2024-25 spending plan. The key budget-related bills—including the General Appropriations…
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
July 15, 2024In our mission to Bring Care Home, PHA is profoundly aware of the barriers and disparities impacting those we serve. This month places a lens on mental health awareness, specifically, our…
Click in to hear the Mission Moment of Heather Fotopoulos with JEVS Care at Home. A 25-year veteran of home-based care, Heather’s Mission Moment marks a milestone along her journey to…
Exciting Changes Coming Soon!
July 8, 2024PHA members may have seen our new logo sprinkled around town recently. With this fresh new look, our staff is also working hard behind the scenes to launch PHA’s new…