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Quick Hits: Back to the Future - Self-Directed Care in the U.S.
Nov 7, 2024
Matt Margulies, Managing Director at Cain Brothers, dives into the booming self-directed care market in the U.S. home healthcare sector. He explores how this model empowers individuals to choose their caregivers, creating personalized care relationships. Margulies also highlights the economic impact of unpaid family caregiving, particularly as Medicaid expands. Additionally, he tackles the complexities of self-directed care in New York, focusing on Javon's Paradox, balancing efficiency with demands for access and quality.
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- Self-directed care empowers individuals by allowing them to choose their caregivers, creating a more personal and familiar caregiving experience.
- The rapid growth of self-directed care is driven by demographic changes, Medicaid expansion, and an increasing demand for personalized home care services.
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Understanding Self-Directed Care
Self-directed care is a service delivery model that empowers individuals to choose their caregivers, creating a more personalized caregiving experience. Unlike traditional models where an agency selects the caregiver, this approach allows patients to opt for family members, friends, or neighbors, offering both comfort and familiarity. This model not only supports independence but also provides economic relief to families, turning unpaid caregivers into compensated workers. It addresses the growing need for personal care services by tapping into a new workforce that might not be available through traditional means.
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