In a compelling Op-Ed for the Sarasota Tribune, MissionCare's CEO, Brandi Kurtyka, sounds the alarm about Florida's escalating home health care crisis. Kurtyka calls for a dramatic investment in support and recruitment for the home care workforce.

The dilemma? An aging population requiring increased home care following hospitalization, yet, an alarming lack of available workers to meet the demand. The result is extended hospital stays and limited capacity for new patients. With home health referrals surging 123% last year alone, the situation is critical. Post-pandemic, home health providers have assumed a more significant role than ever. Yet, with workforce shortages, they can't keep up.

The op-ed calls for a time of action to collectively work together to solve the crisis, ensuring our seniors have access to the vital care they need in their homes. This begins with a concerted push to recruit more individuals to the direct care workforce. Stand up for seniors, join us in addressing this urgent need.