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About AAHSA
The members of the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (www.aahsa.org) help millions of individuals and their families every day through mission-driven, not-for-profit organizations dedicated to providing the services that people need, when they need them, in the place they call home. Our 5,800 member organizations, many of which have served their communities for generations, offer the continuum of aging services: adult day services, home health, community services, senior housing, assisted living residences, continuing care retirement communities and nursing homes. AAHSA’s commitment is to create the future of aging services through quality people can trust.
Website: www.aahsa.org
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The Center for Aging Services Technologies (CAST) is leading the charge to expedite the development, evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies that can improve the aging experience.
CAST is a Program of AAHSA, www.aahsa.org
CAST has four focus areas:
- Driving a global vision of how technologies can improve the quality of life for seniors while reducing health care costs;
- Accelerating technology research and development through pilot evaluations with seniors;
- Advocating to remove barriers to the rapid commercialization of proven solutions; and
- Promoting dialogue about standards to ensure interoperability and widespread access to aging-services technologies.
CAST is now an international coalition of more than 400 technology companies, aging-services organizations, businesses, research universities and government representatives working together under the auspices of the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (www.aahsa.org). The members of AAHSA help millions of individuals and their families every day through mission-driven, not-for-profit organizations dedicated to providing the services that people need, when they need them, in the place they call home.
Website: www.agingtech.org
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The American Academy of Home Care Physicians is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the art, science, and practice of medicine in the home. Membership is open to all who have an interest in home medical care. The Academy offers publications, clinical guidelines, educational meetings, networking and referral, website, list-serv, certification and credentialing examinations.
American Academy of Home Care Physicians
P.O. Box 1037
Edgewood, MD 21040-0337
410-676-7966
410-676-7980 (fax)
www.aahcp.org
Constance Row, Executive Director
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The California Telemedicine & eHealth Center (CTEC) is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to applying innovative health technology solutions to improve access to healthcare services throughout California. For over 10 years, CTEC has been a leader in the development of telemedicine programs and is a primary source of support for hospitals and clinics developing and implementing telemedicine programs to address healthcare needs in rural and underserved communities. CTEC serves as one of five federally designated Regional Telehealth Resource Centers, providing leadership, training and technical assistance to encourage the growth of telemedicine programs statewide. For more information about CTEC, please visit our website at www.cteconline.org or you may contact us at (877) 590-8144. |
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The Continua Health Alliance is a collaborative industry organization dedicated to
bringing together standards and diverse technology to create new health and wellness
solutions. The Continua Health Alliance envisions a market place of interoperable devices
that enable better care, empower consumers and connect healthcare providers to their
patients. Focused on three key categories: fitness, chronic disease management, and
aging independently; the Continua Health Alliance promotes better management of health
and wellness at every stage of life.
Mission:
The Continua Health Alliance is committed to establishing a marketplace of interoperable
personal health solutions that empower people and organizations to better manage their
health and wellness.
Objectives and Actions:
The Continua Health Alliance is comprised of technology, fitness, medical device and
health care industry leaders dedicated to making personal connected health a reality.
Our objectives and actions include:
• Developing design guidelines that will enable vendors to build interoperable sensors,
home networks, connected health platforms, and health and wellness services.
• Establishing a product certification program with a consumer-recognizable logo
signifying the promise of interoperability across certified products.
• Collaborating with government regulatory agencies to provide methods for safe and
effective management of diverse vendor solutions.
• Working with leaders in the health care industries to develop new ways to address the
costs of providing personal health solutions.
Continua Health Alliance Administration
3855 SW 153rd Drive
Beaverton, Oregon 97006 USA
Tel: (503) 619-0867
Fax: (503) 644-6708
Email: Admin@continuaalliance.org
Website: www.continuaalliance.org |
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The International Disease Management Alliance [IDMA] is a not-for-profit association whose mission is to facilitate the global exchange of experience in the enhancement of programs for chronic disease management and prevention. IDMA currently reaches chronic disease professionals in over 81 countries and has delegates in 25 countries. Through its educational programs and resource services the IDMA supports global disease management and wellness initiatives and facilitates the evolution and expansion of disease management in the United States. Its founder and Executive Director, Warren E. Todd is the past president and Executive Director of the Disease Management Association of America. More information on IDMA can be obtained at www.DMAlliance.org. |
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The National Association for Home Care & Hospice, the industry's largest, oldest and most respected trade group, represents the interests of nearly 25,000 home care agencies and hospice organizations (including approximately 11,500 Medicare-certified home health and hospice agencies) that annually serve nearly nine million Americans, as well as home care aide organizations, nurses and other caregivers and their clients. NAHC members believe that quality home care and hospice, a humane and cost-effective alternative to institutionalization, are the right of all Americans. Home care and hospice reinforce and supplement the care provided by family members and friends and encourage maximum independence of thought and functioning as well as the preservation of human dignity. Visit NAHC on the web at www.nahc.org.
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Whether it's urging Congress to support increased funding and reimbursement for home care and telehealth technology or through its extensive writings about the industry, the Home Care Technology Association of America (HCTAA) is at the forefront of what is happening in home care technology. HCTAA, an affiliate of the National Association for Home Care and Hospice, provides a voice within Congress and health care for the growing home care technology industry. HCTAA's goal is to increase the use of technology and telehealth in home health care. Through NAHC's support, HCTAA has grown from an idea to a fully articulated association capable of creating changes in reimbursement and funding for home health technology by bringing together important leaders in the industry and working with members of Congress and the Administration. Please join with HCTAA as we support patients who choose to age in place. Visit HCTAA on the web at www.hctaa.org. |
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The Visiting Nurse Associations of America (VNAA) is located at 900 19th Street, NW, Suite 200 in Washington, DC and is the official national association for non-profit, community-based Visiting Nurse Agencies, who care for and treat approximately 4 million patients each year. The nation’s network of over 400 Visiting Nurse Associations share a nonprofit mission to provide cost-effective and compassionate home healthcare to some of the nation’s most vulnerable individuals, particularly the elderly and individuals with disabilities. The VNAA has a wide range of resources available on its website about home healthcare and questions to ask when considering home healthcare. Visit www.vnaa.org to locate a VNA near you. |
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