Home Care Association of Florida (HCAF)

3 Weeks Away. 2 Days to Invest in Your Business.

What’s the next challenge you need to solve — retaining caregivers, navigating regulatory requirements, improving billing, or finding new opportunities to grow?


Find practical answers at HCAF's 9th Annual Private Care Symposium on October 20-21 in Deerfield Beach, alongside regulators, industry experts, and providers who understand your challenges.


You now have more time to save: Early bird registration and the discounted hotel booking deadline have both been extended to October 5.


Arrive Tuesday. Build Your Foundation.


On Tuesday, October 20, HCAF staff will lead two in-depth pre-symposium workshops:


  • Medicaid Specialty Home Care 101 — Navigate Private Duty Nursing (PDN) and the Family Home Health Aide (FHHA) Program services, from authorizations and staffing to documentation and billing.


  • Private Care 101 — Strengthen your approach to regulations, employment practices, daily operations, and business growth.


Then unwind with colleagues at a Beach Terrace networking reception — a chance to trade ideas and make connections before the main event.


Wednesday: Expert Insights for Your Next Steps


The main event on Wednesday, October 21, tackles five priorities for providers:


  • Regulatory updates with Susan Lowery and Kimberly McIntyre of the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)


  • Training that supports caregiver retention with Emily Scarbrough McFadden of Showd.me


  • Dementia care opportunities through the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model with Debbie Miller of 52 Weeks Marketing.


  • Business growth through value-based purchasing with Holly Haringa of Corcoran Consulting.


  • Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) home care billing with Frank Ripoll of Paradigm Senior Services.


Your Room — and Your Savings — Are Waiting…


Stay at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa for $189 per night (plus tax), subject to availability.


Book your stay and register today to secure your savings before October 5 — and join us for two days of practical learning and valuable connections.

Gold Sponsor

IN MY TEAM

Silver Sponsor

Helper Heroes

Silver Sponsor

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VENUE

A Coastal Setting for Learning & Connection

Make the most of your Symposium experience at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa. Located steps from the Atlantic Ocean, the all-suite resort offers a relaxed coastal setting for two productive days of learning, networking, and professional growth.


Attendees can reserve rooms at HCAF’s discounted rate of $189 per night, plus tax. Book your stay by September 28, 2026, to receive the group rate, based on availability.

 

Tuesday, October 20

Pre-Symposium Workshops

Kick off the event with practical Medicaid Specialty Home Care 101 and Private Care 101 workshops, designed to give attendees a strong foundation for the main event ahead. The day concludes with a welcoming reception and opportunities to connect with industry peers.

Wednesday, October 21

Private Care Symposium

Explore updates from the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) alongside sessions on workforce support, the federal GUIDE Model, value-based purchasing, and business growth. Attendees will also have valuable opportunities to network and build connections throughout the day.

 

SHOWCASE YOUR ORGANIZATION

Become a Symposium Sponsor!

Put your organization in front of Florida’s private care leaders while supporting an event dedicated to strengthening the home care community.


Silver, Gold, Platinum, and exclusive sponsorship opportunities offer valuable ways to build brand awareness and connect with attendees. Benefits may include event registrations, tabletop displays, prominent logo placement, attendee list access, advertising, session recognition, and opportunities to engage directly with participants.


Space is limited, and premium placements are available on a first-to-commit basis.