Celebrating the Strength, Compassion, and Leadership of Our Home Care Community

Your Continued Support Powers Advocacy and Access to Essential Benefits

Your membership with the Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts is more critical than ever. Stay connected and ensure uninterrupted access to vital resources, advocacy, and updates. Don’t let changes in the coming year affect your agency’s support—renew today!

American Dream Homecare and El Roi Homecare Achieve Prestigious Accreditation

We are proud to announce that American Dream Homecare Agency of Brockton and El Roi Homecare of Weymouth have recently earned accreditation through the Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts. This achievement reflects their dedication to upholding the highest standards of care and providing clients with peace of mind. Congratulations to these exemplary agencies!

Holly Chaffee, CEO of Care Central VNA & Hospice, speaks out about the growing challenges for nonprofit home health providers.

Nonprofit home health care providers are struggling to keep up as Medicare Advantage reimbursement rates fall short. Holly Chaffee of Care Central VNA & Hospice shares her concerns and the urgent need for change.

Please help us by using this ACTION ALERT to write to Legislators on the FY26 Conference Committee to support home care programs!

The State Legislature is in the midst of their budget deliberation and we need your help to make sure that ASAP home care programs receive the funding they need to support the growing demand for services!

Avoiding "Baby Talk" Can Improve Caregiver-Patient Relationships and Enhance Patient Dignity

Elderspeak, often seen as "baby talk," can unintentionally undermine the confidence and autonomy of older adults. Learn why it’s crucial for home care providers to communicate respectfully and effectively, and discover best practices to ensure your approach fosters dignity and trust.

Last Call: Home Care Alliance Annual Meeting

The Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts is hosting its Annual Meeting on June 11, 2025, at the Courtyard by Marriott in Marlborough. This is your final opportunity to register and join us for a day of networking, celebrating excellence, and reflecting on the successes of the past year. Don't miss out on the Caregiver and Innovation Awards, a business meeting to review key initiatives, and valuable networking opportunities. Secure your spot today before it’s too late!

New 60-Day Authorization Process and Clearer Rules Aim to Reduce Confusion When Both HHAs and PCAs Provide Care

MassHealth is rolling out an updated protocol that clarifies who can assist with medications when both Home Health Agencies and Personal Care Attendants are involved. Agencies must review the changes and engage in determining appropriate care pathways for each patient.

Potential Federal Changes Could Result in Loss of Coverage for Hundreds of Thousands and $1 Billion in State Funding Cuts

Proposed Medicaid cuts could devastate Massachusetts, putting healthcare access at risk for hundreds of thousands and threatening $1 billion in federal funding annually.

Feedback Collected on OMB RFI Drives Advocacy Efforts, with New Focus on Medicare Deregulation Ahead of June 10 Deadline

HCA submits formal feedback on deregulation to OMB and prepares for CMS's upcoming June 10 deadline. Your insights are vital to shaping smarter regulations in home care.

Massachusetts Agencies Collaborate to Improve Compliance with CMS and OSHA Disaster Preparedness Regulations

Home care providers across Massachusetts participated in a hands-on tabletop exercise on May 15, 2025, enhancing their emergency response strategies and strengthening compliance with CMS and OSHA disaster preparedness requirements.

CCA’s Acquisition by Care Source Resolves Financial Uncertainty, But Claims Issues Persist for Some Providers

Commonwealth Care Alliance (CCA) has been acquired by Care Source, resolving financial uncertainties and resuming health plan enrollments. While CCA will maintain its name in Massachusetts, some certified home health agencies have faced claim denials. CCA is working to improve communication and policies during this transition.

Deportation Threat to Caregiver Highlights Human Cost of Immigration Crackdown and Workforce Shortages

Alfredo Orellana, a committed caregiver for a young man with severe autism, is at risk of deportation due to a minor offense from years past. His situation underscores the escalating effects of stricter immigration policies on an already overstretched workforce, placing vulnerable individuals like Luke, Alfredo’s client, in jeopardy