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Revolutionizing Senior Care: Innovations, Partnerships, and the Future of CCRCs

Beth Reece, Vice President, and General Manager at Netsmart
Mike Emery, Executive Vice President at Curana Health
Todd Tyler, Chief Information Officer at Curana Health

What strategies do provider groups operating in Accountable Care Organizations and Medicare Advantage Plans need to successfully partner with the growing Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) markets? Join Beth Reece, VP and GM of GEHRIMED at Netsmart, Todd Tyler, CIO at Curana Health, and Mike Emery, EVP at Curana Health, to discuss innovative senior care solutions, emphasizing prevention and care coordination. The guests shed light on the future of CCRCs, focusing on continuous innovation, expanded services, and cost-effective, high-quality care to support aging in place and prevent the need for higher acuity care settings.

Key Takeaways:

  • Adapting to the Middle Market: CCRCs accommodate both high-end and middle-market residents, offering affordable housing options to serve a broader audience.

  • Innovation in Care Models: On-site primary care, telemedicine, and technology drive proactive, engaging healthcare for residents.

  • Partnerships for Better Outcomes: Collaborations between Curana Health, CCRCs, and tech providers like Netsmart and GEHRIMED are enhancing care quality while managing costs.

  • Future of CCRCs: Focus on continuous innovation, expanded services, and cost-effective, high-quality care to support aging in place and prevent the need for higher levels of care.

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