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title: "Value-Based Contracting’s Common Denominator: Personal Care Services"
description: Through its unique line of sight into patient health via trusted family relationships, personal care is emerging as the foundational service for both longitudinal and value-based care models. Three provider case studies will outline the keys to making value-based contracts work across Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries by leveraging the unique vantage point of the direct caregiver.
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# [Value-Based Contracting’s Common Denominator: Personal Care Services](https://members.lighomecare.com/home-care-100-sessions/vbc-commong-denominator)

 Written by [Lincoln Intelligence Group](https://members.lighomecare.com/home-care-100-sessions/author/lincoln-intelligence-group) | Feb 18, 2025 12:12:32 PM

Through its unique line of sight into patient health via trusted family relationships, personal care is emerging as the foundational service for both longitudinal and value-based care models. Three provider case studies will outline the keys to making value-based contracts work across Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries by leveraging the unique vantage point of the direct caregiver.

**Speakers**

Michelle Dodd (Facilitator), Associate Managing Director, Home Care 100  
Tom Firmani, President, Personal Care Services, Elara Caring  
Timothy Hanold, CEO, Care Advantage  
Kathy Poland, Co-Founder & COO, New Day Healthcare

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