Home Care, You Say?
Home care is a pillar of our health care system, but navigating through the complex legislation, federal and state compliance policies, and learning to advocate for yourself or your family can feel daunting. Where do you even begin? Welcome to 'Home Care, You Say?', the essential podcast for advocates, frontline workers, patients, and their families. Join your hosts, Michael Sokoloski and Bliss Pointer, as they demystify the forces shaping home care in America and empower you to make a difference and create change. Whether you're in the field, receiving care, or fighting for a better system, 'Home Care, You Say?' is your indispensable guide. Tune in to get informed, get inspired, and take action. Updates with Bliss Pointer Join H4HC insider Bliss Pointer and stay ahead of the curve. Bliss offers important, boots-on-the-ground updates on everything you need to know right now. Be the first to learn about pending state and federal legislation that directly impacts home care workers and recipients, and follow along as she explains new compliance rules and industry trends so you're never caught off guard. Bliss also provides vital advocacy alerts and actionable steps on how to improve home care in your state and beyond. Join Bliss as she brings community voices to the forefront, sharing thoughts, questions, and insights from frontline workers, care providers, and their patients. Interviews with Michael Sokoloski H4HC's Director of Grassroots Advocacy, Michael Sokoloski, goes behind the headlines and inside the halls of power. Join Michael as he sits down for candid conversations with legislators from across the country to tackle the big-picture issues, including core legislative and financial challenges facing Medicare and Medicaid. Tune in as Michael reveals how policy and budget decisions shape the work of frontline caregivers—and shares his playbook for navigating legislation and advocating effectively Whether you're in the field, receiving care, or fighting for a better system, 'Home Care, You Say?' is your indispensable guide. Tune in to get informed, get inspired, and get activated. Created and distributed by Hearts for Home Care and produced by slanted.design
Episodes
The home care and hospice landscape is shifting faster than ever, are you ready for the legal and legislative tidal wave hitting in 2026? In this must-listen episode, Mike sits down with Angelo Spinola, an employment law titan with 25 years of industry-specific expertise.
From the nuances of live-in caregiver pay to the massive implications of HR1 and Medicaid rule changes, Angelo breaks down the "niche" legal areas that can make o...
Links from the Episode
- Share Your Story -- > https://heartsforhomecare.quorum.us/campaign/h4hc-stories/
- Register for South Carolina Home Care & Hospice Advocacy Day! --> https://heartsforhomecare.quorum.us/event/29560/
Ho, ho, ho, advocates! We are in the middle of the holiday season and we have an all-new Home Care You Say? Update with host Bliss Pointer, as she delivers a quick look at the state of home care ...
In this episode, Mike sits down with Mordechai Wolhendler, CEO of Glatthealth Home Care Consulting Group. Drawing from his background as a former home care operator, Mordechai shares insider perspectives on the most pressing challenges facing the industry today—from the skyrocketing costs of staffing to the confusion surrounding industry terminology in legislative halls.
Whether you are a startup agency, a multi-state operator, or ...
Get ready to grab your coffee and your earbuds—it's time for the inaugural edition of our new bi-weekly segment, 'Home Care Updates', hosted by Bliss Pointer!
We know that following new policies and tracking legislation can be tough, but staying current is non-negotiable. We track the trending topics and top legislation each week to keep you updated, and this week, we're diving into the new legislation and legislators that are impa...
In this episode, Rep. Kyle Mullins discusses the importance of advocacy in home care, sharing personal stories and insights into the legislative process. He emphasizes the need for personal connections in advocacy and the impact of budget impasses on local communities. The conversation also touches on the personal side of public service and the importance of community engagement.
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With over 30 years of health care experience, Mike has been passionate about engaging the wider home care community in sharing their voices through legislative advocacy. He values one-on-one connection and continued education for all advocates, so he can meet everyone “where they are” in their unique and personal advocacy journey. Mike is a proud Penn Stater and earned his Certificate in PAC (Political Action Committee) & Grass...
Join H4HC insider Bliss Pointer and stay ahead of the curve. Bliss offers important, boots-on-the-ground updates on everything you need to know right now. Be the first to learn about pending state and federal legislation that directly impacts home care workers and recipients, and follow along as she explains new compliance rules and industry trends so you're never caught off guard. Bliss also provides vital advocacy alerts and acti...
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