Hospital-at-Home Waiver Crisis: SonderCare Encourages Renewed Focus on Safe Home-Based Recovery

As the federal Hospital-at-Home program winds down following the expiration of Medicare's special waiver on September 30, thousands of patients and providers across the United States are facing an uncertain transition. Hospitals that once relied on this innovative care model-treating patients at home with hospital-level monitoring-are now working urgently to reintegrate vulnerable patients into already overburdened facilities.

While policymakers deliberate next steps, SonderCare, a North American leader in premium home hospital beds (www.sondercare.com/beds), is encouraging healthcare leaders and families to recognize what this moment reveals: the critical importance of safe, dignified recovery at home as a permanent part of modern healthcare.

A Policy Gap with Real Human Consequences

According to STAT News, the expiration of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' "Acute Hospital Care at Home" waiver has already prompted hospital systems to pause or dismantle their at-home treatment programs. These initiatives-proven vital during and after the pandemic-helped reduce readmissions, alleviate hospital crowding, and improve patient satisfaction.

"Without continued support, patients recovering at home risk losing continuity of care, and hospitals risk renewed strain," said Ben Martin, President of SonderCare. "At SonderCare, we believe people heal better and live better when they can safely recover at home, surrounded by comfort and family."

Bridging the Gap: Certified Home Hospital Beds for At-Home Recovery

While public policy evolves, SonderCare's advanced home hospital beds are already enabling thousands of families, clinicians, and care facilities to deliver hospital-grade comfort and mobility assistance in a home setting. Each bed meets international medical standards and merges clinical safety with residential elegance-featuring ultra-low height for fall prevention, Trendelenburg and Zero-Gravity positioning, and furniture-grade finishes that blend seamlessly into the home.

"Our products are used every day by discharge planners and caregivers helping loved ones transition safely from hospital to home," said Martin. "When policy support wavers, quality equipment and fast access become even more essential. The right bed can mean the difference between a confident recovery and a return to the hospital."

Home Care Works - Even Without the Waiver

SonderCare partners with healthcare professionals across North America who are adapting to this post-waiver landscape by exploring reliable, private-pay options for patients now outside the hospital-at-home framework. The company's white-glove delivery service, available throughout the U.S. and Canada within 24-48 hours, ensures families can continue safe home recovery without delay or administrative barriers.

Key Features Supporting Safe Recovery at Home:

- Certified Medical Engineering: Fully certified hospital bed for reliability and safety.
- Comfort Chair & Zero-Gravity Positions: Enhance circulation, breathing, and healing.
- Ultra-Low Height Design: Minimizes fall risk during transfers.
- Residential Aesthetics: Blends medical function with home design.
- White-Glove Delivery & Setup: Full in-home installation and demonstration.

A Shared Commitment to Safer Home-Based Care

As lawmakers consider whether to renew or replace the hospital-at-home waiver, SonderCare emphasizes that innovation in home healthcare does not need to pause. Hospitals, clinicians, and families can continue collaborating to extend recovery safely into the home environment today.

"The waiver may have ended," Martin added, "but the need for home-based care has never been greater. SonderCare remains ready to partner with healthcare providers and families to ensure every patient can recover with dignity-because the best care often begins at home."

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Founded in 2010, SonderCare designs and delivers premium home hospital beds and accessories throughout the United States and Canada. With headquarters in London, Ontario and O'Fallon, Missouri, the company has earned recognition from outlets including USA Today, Forbes, and CBS News. Its mission is to transform home care by combining advanced engineering, safety, and residential design-allowing seniors to age with comfort and dignity. Learn more at www.sondercare.com.

This release was published on openPR.