Supporting individuals living with dementia, and the families who care for them, is one of the most pressing needs in today’s health care landscape. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is piloting an innovative new approach called the GUIDE Model (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience). This voluntary, value-based care model is designed to improve the quality of life for people with dementia and their caregivers while helping agencies deliver more coordinated, person-centered services.

Under GUIDE, participating organizations will receive new payments for providing comprehensive dementia care, including:

A care navigator to guide families through available resources and services.

24/7 access to support for urgent needs and questions.

Caregiver education and respite services to reduce burnout and keep loved ones safely at home longer.

Enhanced coordination across primary care, specialists, and home-based providers.

For home health, hospice, and private duty providers, GUIDE represents both a clinical opportunity and a business decision. Agencies that understand how the model works can explore partnerships, assess their readiness to participate, and plan for workforce and operational changes that support dementia-capable care.

MHHA Lunch & Learn — Your First Step Toward GUIDE Readiness

To help our members navigate this emerging opportunity, the Michigan HomeCare & Hospice Association is hosting a free Lunch & Learn webinar:

GUIDE Model: What Home Care & Hospice Providers Need to Know
📅 Wednesday, October 22, 2025
🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
📍 Virtual (Zoom)

We’ll be joined by Nevvon and PocketRN, who are partnering with agencies nationwide to prepare for GUIDE participation. Together, we’ll cover:

What the GUIDE Model is and why CMS created it.

Eligibility requirements and payment structure.

How GUIDE could change dementia care delivery in Michigan.

Practical steps agencies can take now to position themselves for success.

This is a member-exclusive event and a valuable opportunity to get timely, practical information without leaving your desk.

Don’t Miss It — Register Now

If your agency provides dementia care, or plans to, this webinar will give you the insights you need to plan ahead and better serve families.

Register here