What This Partnership Means

Announced on May 13th, this groundbreaking pilot program aims to build a scalable model of high-quality, patient-centered home care—focusing especially on improving support for the direct care workforce, which serves as the backbone of long-term services and supports (LTSS) under Medicaid.

With home-based care in growing demand due to aging populations and chronic health needs, this collaboration seeks to ensure more Americans can receive care in the setting they overwhelmingly prefer: their own homes.

Tackling the Direct Care Workforce Crisis

Central to the initiative is addressing the critical shortage of caregivers—a persistent challenge in the sector. Through innovative recruitment, training, and retention strategies, the partnership aims to elevate economic stability and career growth for Medicaid-eligible direct care workers.

Better compensation, enhanced benefits, and clearer advancement paths are just a few of the tools being explored to reduce turnover and build a more stable care environment for both workers and patients.

Making Access Easier for Families

The pilot will also test system-level improvements to remove common access barriers. Think smarter referral systems, better use of technology, and streamlined coordination among families, providers, and agencies—all designed to make care more accessible and effective.

Building for the Long-Term

While starting in three states, the end goal is national impact. The program includes structured data collection and outcome tracking to surface best practices that could be rolled out in other states, ultimately shaping a stronger, more sustainable home care system across the country.

This partnership marks a hopeful chapter for caregivers, families, and the broader healthcare system—demonstrating what’s possible when payer systems, care alliances, and workforce innovators come together.

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