Resources
From Provider to Patient and Back Again: Contessa’s Culture of Caring
When Michele Montoya, RN joined Contessa as an Acute Care Registered Nurse (ACRN) for the hospital-at-home joint venture with Mount Sinai Health System, she didn’t…
Prioritizing Admission to Hospital at Home: A Smarter Pathway for Health Systems and Patients
As hospital-at-home continues to cement its role in helping health systems achieve high-quality outcomes and address capacity strain, a more complete picture is emerging of…
“I can’t think of one thing that could have been better in the hospital than at home.”
When a respiratory infection takes a turn for the worse, ending up in the emergency department (ED) can be overwhelming by itself, but it’s even…
“This was more intensive than home care.”
When a serious medical diagnosis leads to frequent trips to the hospital and worrisome complications, it can be stressful for not just the patient, but…
“I really think it’s good if you want to get involved in your care.”
Palliative care is not often thought of as a long-term option for managing patients’ health concerns, but Louie, a regular visitor to the Henry Ford…
“It helped me to keep on track with what I needed to do.”
In 2024, 69-year-old Randy faced a challenging year. His history of heart disease emerged as a more serious concern beginning in May when he underwent…
The Value of Palliative Care’s Interdisciplinary Approach
At a broad level, palliative care is focused on patient-centered care: it is about all the dimensions that are required to make sure that a…
“This program is fantastic. It makes you accountable for your success.”
Even when you have a positive outlook on life, sometimes you need an extra boost. Although active in his older years, Mark found himself in…
Comprehensive Care at Home in 2025 and Beyond
Each year, we take some time to reflect on the ongoing growth of our models of care at home, and 2024 was no exception to…