Home Care & Hospice Association of New Jersey

07/22/2025

Did you know that we offer a 5% discount, waived application fees, and deferred billing to TESU nursing students affiliated with organizations belonging to the Association? This is on top of the already discounted per-credit BSN tuition rate for the 2026-2027 year.

Inquire into your organization's membership with the Home Care & Hospice Association of NJ for details on how to take advantage of this valuable partnership with Thomas Edison State University available to member organization's staff.

Learn more: https://homecarenj.org/membership/providers

07/17/2025

Congratulations to all returning members of the Board of Directors and a big welcome to many new voices representing NJ’s full scope of home care, hospice, and healthcare service firms.

From establishing a Legislative Home Care Caucus and partnering with state departments on critical policy initiatives, to securing workplace violence prevention training and advocating for increased nursing wages, our outgoing board delivered remarkable results in the 2024-2025 year.

Together, members of the newest Board of Directors will keep advocating for home care and hospice in New Jersey and, most importantly, advancing care for the patients and families they serve. 💪

https://homecarenj.org/about/board

07/16/2025

When the future of NJ's nursing workforce faces uncertainty, the Home Care Foundation of NJ is proud to award to certified home health aides pursuing nursing careers.

2025-2026 scholarship recipient Jerelyn Florentino (Rutgers School of Nursing) on her deep passion for helping others—especially in their most vulnerable moments—and making a meaningful difference every day:

"Working as a Certified Home Health Aide in home care and hospice has profoundly shaped my perspective, teaching me the importance of emotional presence, patience, and human connection—values I will carry with me into my career."

06/30/2025

CMS has released new versions of the HOPE Guidance Manual and all tools. How can you ensure your or care agency is prepared to accurately complete documentation per the updated guidance?

Join the Hospice & Home Care Webinar Network for a live/on-demand webinar addressing the HOPE tool’s impact on HQRP, updated guidance regarding HOPE Update Visits and completion requirements, and new and/or updated data items.

Clinical management, compliance professionals, directors, executive leadership, and nursing staff who attend will also receive:
+ Take-away toolkit
+ Presenter’s contact info for follow-up questions

📅 Register here: https://bit.ly/hope-changes-webinar

06/25/2025

New to volunteer management in hospice? This webinar covers everything you need to know to create and sustain a strong volunteer program.
Discover key Medicare regulations, recruitment and training tips, and how to meet volunteer hour requirements without extra costs.
Start building your program the right way!

Sign up here → https://fin-ed.info/40H0jFO

06/17/2025

Our legislative sponsors have submitted a budget resolution for a $4 increase to the LPN reimbursement rate.

This increase is vital to retaining and attracting skilled LPNs, reducing hospitalizations and long-term costs, and providing needed care for New Jersey’s medically fragile children and adults.

Keep in touch for updates on this resolution and to learn how you can support our urgent human work.

06/12/2025

Tired of sitting through another screen-bound CME? Join Dr. David Barile on a series of nature walks as he shares historical perspectives on caring for people with serious illness, discusses how to improve shared decision-making, and explores what’s new in serious illness care with state and national thought leaders and palliative care innovators.

This is a unique chance to fulfill your continuing education requirements while reconnecting with why we choose healthcare in the first place. Perfect for physicians needing those 2 NJ end-of-life care credits by June 30th, plus accredited CE for nurses, pharmacists, and social workers.

Ready to learn, reflect, and maybe even find some peace in the process? Courses are available on GOCCNJ’s Learning Center: https://learn.goalsofcare.org/

A Walk in the Woods isn’t your typical CME/CE program. This immersive, nature-based video series breathes new life into how we approach serious illness care — helping you earn credits while gaining tools to support patients with compassion and confidence. This video series meets NJ’s end-of-life CME requirement for physicians. CE available for nurse professionals, social workers & pharmacists. Start your journey: https://learn.goalsofcare.org
David R Barile

05/28/2025

Don't forget to register for next week's and (TUES 6/3-THURS 6/5), featuring a panel (one of many!) moderated by Nick Seabrook (SimiTree) on Recruitment & Retention in Home Care!

View conference details and register: https://bit.ly/njhomehospicecon

Excited to see you soon!

05/23/2025

NJ's home care and hospice providers embrace the privilege of caring for people in their most vulnerable moments. We're so excited to connect with you at our annual conference (TUES 6/3 to THURS 6/5) in Atlantic City next month 🏡💙

⏰ FINAL REMINDER: Today is the last day to save with early bird pricing for the trade ! Join us for three packed days with:

✨ Insights, solutions, and strategies from industry experts
✨ Networking with peers who truly understand your work
✨ CE credits and practical tools you can use immediately!

Whether you're a seasoned administrator or new to the field, this conference is where home care and hospice professionals come together to learn, grow, and support each other in doing work that truly matters.

Also: Consider registering with a single-day pass! An affordable option for those short on time next month.

Register: https://bit.ly/njhomehospicecon

Questions? Drop them below – we're here to help!

06/05/2024

Excited to bring home care & hospice leaders and industry partners together at this years conference!
Simitree’s Eric Scharber presenting on Building great leaders!

05/30/2024

Can you believe the HCHANJ Annual Conference is starting in 1 week?! Don't miss an amazing line up of engaging speakers, over 50+ exhibitors and networking with home care and hospices throughout the state. Hope to see you in AC!

05/21/2024

Only 2 weeks before the HCHANJ Annual Conference.
Does your agency understand the importance of evidenced based care?
Sandra Zawalski, MCG Master Trainer will give you tools to implement at your organization!
Don't miss this years Conference! Register today!
https://cvent.me/g85KMo