Why Did We Start a Podcast?

In the inaugural episode of the Home Care Experience podcast, hosts Amy Taylor and Troy Brooks share their extensive backgrounds in the home care industry, discussing their motivations for starting the podcast and the insights they hope to share. They emphasize the importance of community, the challenges faced in home care and hospice, and the need for agility in operations. The conversation also touches on the evolution of regulations, the significance of building relationships, and the lessons learned from past mistakes. The hosts express their excitement for future episodes and the potential to bring more voices into the conversation.

Takeaways

Amy and Troy have extensive experience in the home care industry.
The podcast aims to share insights and foster community.
Home care is a powerful industry that benefits patients.
Agility is crucial for success in home care operations.
Building relationships is key in the home care sector.
Learning from mistakes can provide valuable lessons.
Texas has a strong home care community that leads the way.
The hosts plan to feature guests and share diverse stories.
Regulations in home care are constantly evolving.
The podcast will be both entertaining and informative.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Home Care Experience Podcast
02:52 Foundations of Home Care: Personal Stories and Insights
06:05 The Importance of Community in Home Care
08:50 Navigating Challenges in Home Care and Hospice
12:09 The Evolution of Home Care Regulations
14:56 Agility in Home Care Operations
18:13 Building Relationships in the Home Care Industry
21:00 Learning from Mistakes: Cautionary Tales
23:53 Future Plans for the Podcast

  • (00:00) - Introduction to the Home Care Experience Podcast
  • (02:52) - Foundations of Home Care: Personal Stories and Insights
  • (06:05) - The Importance of Community in Home Care
  • (08:50) - Navigating Challenges in Home Care and Hospice
  • (12:09) - The Evolution of Home Care Regulations
  • (14:56) - Agility in Home Care Operations
  • (18:13) - Building Relationships in the Home Care Industry
  • (21:00) - Learning from Mistakes: Cautionary Tales
  • (23:53) - Future Plans for the Podcast

Creators and Guests

Amy Taylor
Host
Amy Taylor
Amy Taylor is the founder of Knight Home Care Financial, specializing in business development and financial solutions for the home care and hospice industries. She is an active member of the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice and a passionate advocate for caregivers.
Troy Brooks
Host
Troy Brooks
Troy Brooks is a seasoned healthcare attorney with over 20 years of experience in regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and home care licensure. A former Assistant General Counsel for the Texas Department of Human Services, he brings deep industry insight and a sharp sense of humor to the show.
Joshua Long
Producer
Joshua Long
Joshua Long is a feature film, commercial and new media producer with more than a decade of experience. His experience in digital content production, planning and resource management provide tremendous value to TheRiot Agency’s production capabilities. He also manages TheRiot Agency’s subsidiary, Greenlit Entertainment.
Why Did We Start a Podcast?
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