Dear Valued Community,
As we look ahead in 2025, I want to take a moment to share why home health care is not only the fastest-growing sector in our industry—but one of the most evidence-based, patient-centered models of care we have today.
More than just a trend, the shift toward home-based care is rooted in rigorous research and real-world results. A growing body of scientific studies now confirms what many of us in the field have long believed: care delivered in the home improves outcomes, reduces costs, and enhances quality of life.
Let me share a few compelling data points:
- Improved Outcomes: A 2018 study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that patients receiving hospital-at-home care bundled with a 30-day transitional program had significantly better outcomes, including fewer readmissions (8.6% vs. 15.6%) and lower rates of emergency visits and skilled nursing facility admissions, compared with those receiving traditional inpatient care.
- Cost Savings: A randomized controlled trial published in Annals of Internal Medicine found that hospital-at-home care led to 38% lower costs per acute care episode compared to traditional inpatient hospitalization, without compromising quality or safety.
- Faster Recovery: A 2014 Harvard Health article reports that simple at-home exercises—rather than more intensive inpatient rehab—helped hip fracture patients regain better daily function and mobility. However, it doesn’t specify a percentage or make direct comparisons to skilled nursing facilities.
- Mental Health & Patient Satisfaction: According to national HHCAHPS survey data, home health patients generally report high satisfaction with their care providers, reflecting strong communication and quality of care.
These results are not anomalies—they are part of a broader movement toward care that is more personal, more effective, and more sustainable. Technological advancements such as remote monitoring, telehealth integration, and AI-powered care coordination continue to elevate the clinical quality of care we can provide at home.
At America’s Home Health Services we are committed to harnessing these innovations and applying the latest research to ensure our patients receive the very best. We believe that healing is faster, dignity is preserved, and families are empowered when care happens at home.
As CEO, I am proud of the incredible work our teams are doing to deliver evidence-based, compassionate care where it matters most. And I thank you — our community, our partners, and our advocates — for supporting this vision.
The science is clear: the future of health care is at home.
Sincerely,
Roseann Schantz
CEO
