Roger Herr, past President of APTA Home Health and recent former President of APTA, discusses the future of home health care in 2025 and beyond. Roger highlights key advancements in home health, including the increased role of PTs in start-of-care admissions, case management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. He addresses workforce challenges, including the need for better recruitment and retention strategies with an emphasis on outreach to younger students and partnerships between PT education programs and home health employers. He also highlights strategies such as career ladders, staff engagement initiatives, and stay interviews to enhance retention. The discussion then explores technology and the future impact of AI on home health. Roger is optimistic about AI's potential to reduce documentation time and improve patient interaction through ambient listening technologies. Finally, Roger emphasizes the importance of professional involvement in APTA, encouraging clinicians to engage in advocacy, mentorship, and leadership to strengthen the home health community.
