Home Health Care News January 5, 2026
Morgan Gonzales

The home health care industry may still be fighting some familiar battles, including recruitment, retention and reimbursement, but executives are also preparing for a new wave of change expected to accelerate in 2026.

As the home has increasingly become the center of the health care ecosystem, innovation has sped up, pushing providers to adopt technologies and workflows that can boost efficiency, strengthen clinical performance and support sustainable growth.

Home Health Care News asked 11 home health industry leaders to weigh in on the biggest trends, challenges and opportunities poised to define home health in 2026 and beyond.

Below are their predictions; some responses were edited for length.

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The most significant trend will be the continued focus on recruitment and...

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