Empowering Professionals in Aging

COVID Lessons Learned: Home Care Solidifies its Place in Healthcare

May 12, 2022 American Society on Aging
Empowering Professionals in Aging
COVID Lessons Learned: Home Care Solidifies its Place in Healthcare
Show Notes

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone in different ways and it has brought to light many of the challenges our nation faces in supporting the aging population. Additionally, it has highlighted the value of care in the home. At a time when it was important to keep older adults out of the hospital setting, home care helped to meet the health and safety needs of many aging adults. Home care is finally being recognized as an extension of the care continuum and a value to the long-term care system. Learn more about the lessons learned during COVID-19 and how the growing demand for home care continues.