Top 12 Home Care Conferences to Attend in 2024

In the ever-evolving home care landscape, it is vital that agencies always stay updated with the recent industry trends and benchmarks to be relevant and ahead of the competition.

Home care conferences greatly benefit agencies, making them a notable investment in growth and improvement. These conferences bring together experts who share the latest technological advancements in home care software that help agencies streamline processes, improve communication, and enhance care delivery.

Besides, as agency owners interact, they learn about efficient business models, effective caregiver training methods, and strategies to improve client satisfaction.

Another under-emphasized benefit of networking (apart from building relationships) includes discovering effective marketing tactics to reach new clients and develop strong home care referral partnerships.

Here, we list the top, most noteworthy conferences to take place in 2024 for the perusal of all home care providers. We strongly advise you to bookmark this list:

• IAHHC Annual Conference

  When– April 16-17, 2024
  Where– Embassy Suites by Hilton Plainfield Indianapolis Airport, Plainfield

  The event, organized by the Indiana Association for Home and Hospice Care, will host a special session addressing the Hospice Special Focus Program (SFP) & Provisional Period of Enhanced Oversight (PPEO).

  It will discuss the increased scrutiny and potential enforcement actions to be taken due to the implementation of these programs.

  Further, industry leaders will present best practices in staff training, business models, and client satisfaction.

• PHA Annual Conference

  When– May 15-17
  Where– Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, The Poconos

  The conference by the Pennsylvania Homecare Association will be held on the theme ‘Reimagining Home Care.’ Multiple sessions will be held on innovative care delivery methods at home and best caregiving practices.

  The attendees will get updates on regulations and compliance specific to Pennsylvania home care. Further, discussions will be held on the impact of new technologies in home care.

• HomeCareCon 35th Annual Conference & Trade Show (Orlando)

  When– July 16-19
  Where– Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace, Lake Buena Vista

  It is Florida’s leading and largest home care annual event wherein industry leaders inform about the latest trends and policy changes shaping the sector. The theme for 2024 is ‘Dream. Believe. Achieve: Shaping the Future of Home Care.’

  A two-day trade show will be held where agency owners can explore top-of-the-line services and products from exhibitors and sponsors.

  The program will deliver engaging content for Medicare, Medicaid, and Private Duty providers.

• Texas 55th Annual Meeting: Bring Care Home Conference

  When– September 9-11
  Where– Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, Round Rock

  Informative sessions by the Texas Association for Home Care and Hospice will be held on the latest trends and regulations in home care and hospice, including legislative changes and upcoming challenges specific to Texas.

  Presentations will be conducted on successful strategies in business models, staff training methods, patient care delivery, and improving client/family satisfaction.

  Further, attendees will get an opportunity to learn about new technologies designed to improve home care and hospice services—telehealth platforms, remote patient monitoring systems, and caregiving software.

• The OCHCH Annual Conference & Trade Show

  When– September 24-25
  Where– Columbus, Ohio

  Besides agency owners and administrators, this event by the Ohio Council for Home Care & Hospice will also benefit other industry stakeholders like nurses and caregivers, social workers, and therapists.

  Various presentations and workshops will be held on many home care and hospice-specific topics, including but not limited to industry best practices, trends and regulations, compliance, new technologies, and end-of-life care.

  The trade show will exhibit products and services by companies dealing in home care software, medical equipment, hospice care, training and education, and remote patient monitoring.

• HCAOA National Home Care Conference

  When– October 28-29
  Where– Hyatt Regency Bellevue Hotel, Bellevue

  The event, held by the Home Care Association of America, will cover keynote speeches and presentations by experts on industry trends, challenges, and opportunities.

  Various panels will discuss these topics-regulatory updates, caregiving challenges, technological advancements, and best practices. Other topics to be discussed include caregiver training, quality assurance, business management, and marketing strategies.

  There will be an award ceremony to recognize outstanding individuals, caregivers, agencies, and innovations in home care.

• Private Duty National Conference & Expo

  When– November 18-20
  Where– The Paris Hotel, Las Vegas

  Organized by DecisionHealth, the event is for executives and professionals working in private duty home care agencies—agency owners and administrators, Human Resources specialists, caregivers and nurses, and marketing and sales personnel.

  Educational sessions on best practices, trends and insights, marketing and referral strategies, technology advancements, and compliance will take place.

  The conference will feature industry leaders sharing insights on crucial topics impacting private duty home care.

• CAHSAH- Annual Conference & Expo

  When– May 21-23
  Where– Rancho Mirage, California

  Hosted by the California Association For Health Services At Home, the event focuses on home care and hospice providers in California.

  Various sessions and the trade show will help home care providers learn about innovative technologies to support home care and hospice agencies in California.

  This is a great chance to connect with companies catering to the California home care and hospice market and gauge if their products or services can benefit your agency.

• HCAW Annual Conference

  When– April 28-30
  Where– Marcus Whitman Hotel in Walla Walla, Washington

  Through educational sessions, attendees will discover the recent changes and upcoming challenges impacting home care in Washington state.

  They will also learn the strategies to deliver quality care, and improve care outcomes and caregiver work-life balance.

  Further, in-depth discussions will be held on ensuring compliance with Washington’s specific regulations.

  Then, fundraising will be held to support the HCAW PAC (Political Action Committee) on advocacy for home care and hospice in Washington state.

• Home Care 100 Leadership Conference (Summer & Winter)

  Summer Conference– June 3-6, 2024 | Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, CA
  Winter Conference– January 19 – 22, 2025 | JW Marriott Marco Island, Florida

  The theme of the summer conference is ‘Navigating Radical Transformation: Exploring New Frontiers.’ The focus is on rethinking the approach to payer relationships as market consolidation continues.

  Peer discussions will be held on fresh approaches to growth, payer relations, M&A, and leveraging technology, labor, and data.

  The winter conference will cater to leaders in the home care industry-CEOs, presidents, home care agency owners, strategic planners, business development professionals, and executive-level decision-makers.

  Moreover, sessions will take place on optimizing financial performance, exploring new revenue streams, and navigating M&A activity. Lastly, there will be discussions on long-term trends and ways for home care providers to position themselves for growth.

• TAHCH Winter Conference

  When– February 21-22
  Where– Fort Worth Marriott Hotel & Golf Club

  The theme of the event organized by the Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice was ‘Trailblazing to Success’. Educational sessions were held for both days, along with a networking event at BigShots Golf on the evening of February 21.

  Concurrent sessions took place for Medicare and Hospice providers and all HCSSAs. Meanwhile, general sessions were organized on ‘Industry Update: The State of the Industry 2024’ on February 21 and ‘The Fundamentals of Establishing Customer Loyalty’ on February 22.

• NAHC Home Care and Hospice Conference and Expo

  When– October 20-22
  Where– Tampa, Florida

  Held by the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC), it is a premier event for the home care and hospice industry.

  This comprehensive program will comprise educational sessions on best practices in care delivery, industry trends and advocacy, financial management, compliance, and technological advancements.

  The event is a lucrative opportunity for industry stakeholders to discuss the challenges and potential solutions relevant to home care. They will also interact with multiple vendors offering similar products or services, which they can compare to find the best fit for their business.

Final Words – Gear up for a banner year in home care!

As is evident from above, many key conferences are being held in 2024, offering valuable opportunities to learn industry updates, network with peers, and discover fresh strategies.

We strongly recommend you attend these conferences to learn the latest trends and best practices to scale your home care business.

Stay tuned for the updates regarding speakers, agendas, and registration for these conferences!

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