Category Archives: Home Health
What We’re Reading – IRS offers a Fresh Start
As you know, employers generally “must withhold income taxes, withhold and pay Social Security and Medicare taxes, and pay unemployment tax on wages paid to an employee. [They] don’t generally have to withhold or pay any taxes on payments to … Read Full Post
What We’re Reading – Customer Service vs. Customer Care
Research has shown that most customers would rather switch to a new company than fight to have their issue resolved. In fact, 96% of unhappy customers never voice their issue. Most customers simply don’t return to their now former suppliers. … Read Full Post
What We’re Reading – How to improve communication skills in the work place
Communication is a significant issue in any work environment. Whether one is shy or being verbally attacked on the job, this article explains how to address each situation and how to improve interpersonal communication. This skill is especially crucial because … Read Full Post
What We’re Reading – How important is it to conduct Exit Interviews?
Regardless of the size of your company, it is important to ensure that you have some idea as to why employees leave. It certainly will help you to make decisions across the board as to what and how much to … Read Full Post
Part Five: How do I find patients?
This last installment of our five-part series explores the crucial need for patients and referrals to keep your business afloat and profitable. Long before you embark on the expensive and lengthy licensing (and accreditation) process, it’s important to solidify the … Read Full Post
Part Four: How much capital do I need to get started?
So far in this five-part series, we’ve reviewed various aspects of a new long-term care-related business venture. We’ve looked at the types of care that can be provided, the various business models and staffing requirements. Today, we’ll explore the all-important … Read Full Post
Part Three: How much staff do I need to get started?
In Part Three of this five-part series, we’re discussing staffing needs for the various Florida business models. For a non-skilled home health agency, Florida requires an administrator, alternate administrator and registered nurse that meet specific requirements. Because one individual can … Read Full Post
Part Two: What business model makes sense for me?
This is Part Two of a five-part series on exploring a long-term care-related business. Yesterday, we discussed the different types of care that can be provided. Today, we’ll discuss your choices of business model. Home health agency (HHA): State licensure … Read Full Post
Part One: What type of care do I want to provide?
Home health agencies can provide skilled or non-skilled care. Skilled care requires the skills of a licensed professional, such as a nurse or therapist. Non-skilled care is custodial or personal in nature, encompassing assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) … Read Full Post
Launching a Long-term Care Business: Where Do I Start?
Today’s entrepreneurial culture and trends in the long-term care industry have converged into a perfect storm. We regularly receive inquiries from individuals interested in establishing healthcare-oriented businesses that cater to the elderly and Baby Boomers. The home health field is … Read Full Post