Balancing Care: How Wearables Can Alleviate The Burden On Family Caregivers In Hospital-At-Home Models

Despite regulatory uncertainty, Hospital-at-Home (HaH) models have experienced growth and adoption in recent years. Advancements in technology have allowed more patients to opt for at-home care, and more hospitals are implementing the tools to offer this option.The growing importance of at-home care in American healthcare delivery indicates that the model is here to stay—and we can expect to see its continued expansion. McKinsey & Company predicts that up to $265 billion of care services for Medicare beneficiaries will shift from traditional facilities to the home by 2025.But as home care becomes increasingly complex and more hospitals adopt it, one critical aspect of the care model is often overlooked: family caregivers. The healthcare system relies heavily on these individuals, who are responsible for day-to-day support tasks such as managing medications, monitoring symptoms and coordinating with healthcare professionals.