Tuesday, July 22
PreCon Workshops
Pre-Launch Preparation: Deep Dive Workshops and Powerful Boosts for the Mission Ahead
Mission Control
At HomeCareCon, your journey is uniquely yours. Chart your course with five specialized learning tracks designed to align with your role, goals, and area of expertise. Selecting your track is like plotting your coordinates — it ensures you maximize your mission time, connect with fellow explorers, and return to Earth with valuable insights and tools.
- General: A launchpad for everyone, regardless of mission type
- Medicare/Medicaid: Navigating complex systems across the payer galaxy
- Private Duty/Private Care: Exploring new frontiers in private pay and non-medical care
- Clinical & Quality Improvement: Elevating patient care through innovation and precision
- Business Operations: Powering agency growth with strategy, finance, and compliance insights
9:00 AM-12:00 PM Grand A-B Medicare/Medicaid
Updates & Insights from Palmetto GBA: Navigating the Cosmic Compliance Landscape
Michael Bibbins & Elizabeth Brogdon, Palmetto GBA
Join us as we embark on an interstellar journey through the latest updates and insights from Palmetto GBA. In this session, we’ll guide you through the ever-expanding galaxy of compliance regulations, offering key strategies for staying aligned with the latest Medicare policies and requirements. With practical tips and expert guidance, you’ll be equipped to navigate the cosmic landscape of compliance, avoid compliance black holes, and chart a course for smoother, more efficient operations. Whether you’re new to the galaxy or a seasoned traveler, this session will help you stay ahead of the curve and thrive in the vast universe of regulatory requirements.
9:00 AM-5:00 PM Salon 1-2 Medicare/Medicaid
Home Health Fundamentals Workshop: Preparing for Liftoff in Home Care Excellence
Jessica Devine & Patti Heid, Home Care Association of Florida
Prepare for liftoff in your leadership journey with this essential workshop designed for new owners, administrators, directors of nursing, and clinical managers transitioning into leadership roles within a skilled and/or Medicare-certified home health agency. This interactive session will serve as your mission control center, guiding you through the cosmos of clinical standards, regulatory compliance, and office operations. Attendees will receive the essential tools and insights needed to confidently navigate their new responsibilities and avoid mission failure. By the end of the session, you'll be equipped to chart your agency's course toward success and excellence in your leadership role. Get ready to launch your leadership skills into orbit!
9:00 AM-12:00 PM Salon 3-4 General
Home Care Marketing: Building Your Brand's Orbit in the Home Care Galaxy
Dawn Fiala & Valerie VanBooven, Approved Senior Network®
Set your home care brand on a trajectory toward success in this dynamic marketing session. In a universe full of competition, this workshop will help you build a strong, recognizable presence in the home care galaxy. From defining your brand to creating impactful marketing strategies, we’ll explore the key elements that will elevate your agency and position it for lasting success. You’ll learn how to reach new audiences, engage your community, and establish an orbit that keeps you top-of-mind for potential clients. Join us as we explore the universe of home care marketing and help your brand shine like a star in the vast health care landscape!
9:00 AM-12:00 PM Salon 5 General
Leadership: May the Force Be With You
Christina Crumbley & Cara Tomlinson, Tidal Healthcare Consulting
The next frontier for home health demands leaders who can navigate complexity, inspire their teams, and drive innovation. But let's be honest, sometimes it feels like we're battling the dark side of regulations, staffing shortages, and ever-evolving patient needs! This engaging and interactive session will explore the essential "force" within effective leadership. We'll move beyond Jedi mind tricks (though a few tips on influence might sneak in!) to uncover practical strategies for:
- Developing Your Inner Jedi Master: Identifying and strengthening your core leadership strengths — your wisdom, courage, and ability to connect with your team and guide them through new adventures.
- Using the Right Leadership Saber: Understanding different leadership styles and when to wield them effectively to achieve your organizational goals, create workflow efficiency and improve patient outcomes.
- Harnessing the Power of the Light Side: Cultivating a positive and supportive work environment that fosters collaboration, empowers caregivers, and explores alternate service offerings to grow the agency.
- Facing the Dark Side (of Challenges): Developing the resilience and practical problem-solving techniques you need to overcome the everyday obstacles that plague home health and home care — from logistical nightmares to communication breakdowns and unexpected crises.
- Building Your Rebel Alliance: Inspiring and deeply motivating your team — from administrative staff to the clinical team — to embrace necessary change, adapt to crucial new technologies, and consistently deliver the exceptional, person-centered care that makes a real difference in the lives of those you serve.
This session focuses on actionable takeaways for both home health and home care you can implement immediately to strengthen your leadership "force" and guide your home care organization to success in this exciting next frontier. Come prepared to discover the tools to become the leader your team, your agency, and your patients truly need.
9:00 AM-4:00 PM Salon 6 Medicare/Medicaid
OASIS E-1: Charting a Clear Path Through the Documentation Cosmos
🚀thank you to Healthcare Provider Solutions for sponsoring this mission!
Jennifer Osburn, Healthcare Provider Solutions
Embark on an interstellar journey through the Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) Version E-1 documentation process in this essential session. Just as astronauts rely on precise navigation to reach their destination, this workshop will help you chart a clear path through the complexities of OASIS E-1 documentation. You’ll learn how to navigate the nuances of assessment requirements, ensure compliance with the latest regulations, and avoid common pitfalls that can hinder your progress. With expert guidance, you’ll gain the tools needed to master the OASIS E-1 universe and ensure your documentation is as accurate and efficient as a spacecraft on a mission to success. Get ready to set course for clear, compliant, and comprehensive documentation!
1:00 PM-4:30 PM Grand A-B Medicare/Medicaid
HHVBP: Launching Your Performance into the Home Health StratospherE
Melinda Gaboury, Healthcare Provider Solutions
Prepare for liftoff in this high-impact session focused on the Home Health Value-Based Purchasing (HHVBP) model. Just like a rocket reaching new heights, this workshop will help you elevate your agency’s performance to the home health stratosphere. We’ll explore the key metrics that drive HHVBP success, share best practices for optimizing patient outcomes, and discuss strategies for improving your agency’s overall performance. Whether you’re aiming to boost your star ratings or maximize reimbursements, this session will provide the fuel you need to launch your agency into a new orbit of success. Join us as we break through the atmosphere and reach new heights in value-based care!
1:00 PM-4:00 PM Salon 3-4 General
Legal Update: Avoiding Employment Law Asteroids and Staying on Course in a Shifting Legal and Political Universe
Joshua Vaughn & Colby Ellis, Littler Mendelson, P.C.
In this intensive workshop, we’ll help you navigate your agency ship through the field of employment law asteroids, and equip you with the documents and tools necessary to both enrich your employee experience while mitigating your agency’s employment law risks. From learning about 2025 Executive Orders and regulatory changes impacting home care employers under the new Trump Administration to implementing and revising best-in-class employment, the goal of this session is to help protect your mission and ensure smooth operations in an ever changing and sometimes unpredictable environment.
During this workshop, Littler attorneys Joshua Vaughn and Colby Ellis will help you build your employment law compliance navigation plan from pre-employment to performance management to separation of employment and everything in between. Among other topics, Josh and Colby will address:
- Déjà vu? 2025 is the New 2017: What is new with the Trump Administration and how do I navigate the changing legal landscape?
- I-9 & Immigration Compliance Asteroids: How do I stay compliant and avoid penalties during an audit?
- Blasting Off the Launch Pad: What must-have employment documents and policies does my agency need?
- Artificial Intelligence: Is it safe to use in my business?
- Houston, We Have a Problem: How to mitigate or avoid litigation and audit findings by fixing common wage and hour mistakes now!
Josh and Colby will also explain the importance and implementation of arbitration agreements and handbooks, and will even provide a template best-in-class offer letter, performance management documents, and a separation letter. In addition, they will provide memo guidance on the compensability of orientation and online onboarding time, the continuous workday and compensability of travel time in home care, and using the weighted average when paying two or more rates to workers who work overtime.
1:00 PM-4:30 PM Salon 5 Clinical & Quality Improvement
Palliative Care: Riding the Comet to Compensation
Michelle Stone-Smith & Maureen Kelleher, SimiTree
Embark on a journey to the far reaches of compassionate care in this enlightening session on palliative care. Just as the stars light the way through the darkness, this workshop will guide you through the essential principles and practices of providing empathetic, patient-centered palliative care. We’ll explore the nuances of managing symptoms, improving quality of life, and supporting families during critical times. With expert insights and practical strategies, you’ll learn how to navigate the complex universe of palliative care, ensuring that your agency provides care that truly shines with compassion and dignity. Join us as we chart a course toward a brighter future for those in need of palliative care.
Home CAre Political Action Committee Fundraiser Dinner
Join fellow advocates and industry leaders for an exclusive evening of high-level networking gourmet dining, and meaningful policy dialogue at the Home Care Political Action Committee (PAC) fundraising dinner. Your participation directly supports efforts to elect pro-home care candidates and advance legislation that protects and expands access to care in the home.
Held at Rodizio Grill, one of Orlando’s premier Brazilian steakhouses just minutes from the HomeCareCon venue, the evening includes a private dinner, remarks from a state elected official, and conversations with Florida’s leading home care advocates.
Proceeds benefit the PAC, a non-partisan, voluntary political committee dedicated to electing candidates who champion in-home care, sustainable funding, and smart regulatory reform. Your support strengthens our collective voice in Tallahassee.
Space is limited — secure your ticket today and make your voice heard where it matters most!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Support this high-profile event and increase your visibility among Florida’s home care leaders. Sponsorship packages offer exclusive recognition and visibility among key decision-makers and industry leaders.
Presenting Sponsor – $10,000
Underwrite this prestigious dinner and enjoy top-tier recognition throughout the evening and beyond.
Benefits of Sponsorship
- Exclusive recognition as the Presenting Sponsor of the dinner
- Emcee opportunity: A representative may serve as master of ceremonies to welcome guests, deliver a brief promotional message, and introduce the keynote speaker
- Premium reserved table for 8 guests at the dinner
- One (1) branded sign displayed in the general session meeting room
- Logo and/or name placement:
- On event signage, printed materials, and the registration page
- Inclusion in email communications, press releases, and social media shoutouts before and after the event
- Opportunity to provide branded materials or giveaways for each attendee
- Recognition during closing remarks and in post-event communications
Supporting Sponsor – $5,000
Support transportation and the open bar — two of the most appreciated event features — and be recognized accordingly.
Benefits of Sponsorship
- Recognition as the exclusive Supporting Sponsor for event transportation shuttle and open bar
- Premium reserved table for 6 guests at the dinner
- Logo and/or name placement:
- On event signage, printed materials, and the registration page
- Inclusion in email communications, press releases, and social media shoutouts before and after the event
- Opportunity to provide branded materials or giveaways for each attendee
- Recognition during closing remarks and in post-event communications
Details
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Rodizio Grill
9101 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Transportation from the Rosen Centre Orlando to the restaurant and back will be provided.
- Individual Ticket: $275
- Table of 6: $1,500
- Table of 8: $1,750