Last Chance: HHCN Extends Deadline for Prestigious Product of the Year Awards
The Home Health Care News Product of the Year Awards deadline has been extended to July 10. Nominate your innovative home care solutions now.


A Final Opportunity for Industry Innovators
Innovators across the home health and home care landscape have been granted extra time to showcase their achievements. The inaugural Home Health Care News (HHCN) Product of the Year (POY) Awards program officially pushed its submission deadline back to Friday, July 10, at 11:59 p.m. CDT. This extension provides manufacturers and service providers a vital window to finalize their entries for this premier recognition program.
Celebrating Excellence in Home-Based Care
The HHCN POY Awards serve to spotlight cutting-edge, evidence-based tools and solutions that fundamentally transform the delivery of care. By highlighting technologies that boost operational efficiency, enhance safety, and improve the daily quality of life for patients, the program aims to set a new benchmark for excellence in the sector. Whether a product addresses complex clinical outcomes or streamlines daily administrative burdens, these awards provide a platform to celebrate real-world impact.
Fifteen Categories of Innovation
Eligibility is open to any manufacturer or industry representative currently serving the home-based care market. With 15 distinct categories, the program covers the full spectrum of the industry. Entrants can submit their work in areas such as:
- Clinical Documentation, EHR, and Care Coordination Platforms
- Remote Patient Monitoring and Virtual Care Technology
- Workforce Management, Staffing, and Scheduling Solutions
- Revenue Cycle Management, Billing, and Compliance
- Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Home-Based Care Solutions
- Patient Engagement, Experience, and Communication Technology
- Data, Analytics, and Business Intelligence
- Pharmacy and Medication Management
- Hospice and Palliative Care Tech
- Marketing, Growth, and Referral Management
- Capital, M&A, Financial, and Advisory Services
- Clinical Quality, Outcomes, and Risk Management
- Facilities, Safety, and Infection Control
- Consulting, Media, and Marketplaces
- Home Health and Home Care Operations Management
The Path to Recognition
Following the close of nominations, the HHCN editorial staff will review the submissions. Subsequently, the spotlight shifts to the industry itself, as HHCN readers will be invited to browse the entries and vote for their preferred solutions in every category.
Key dates to mark on your calendar include:
- Nomination Deadline: July 10, 2026
- Opening of Public Voting: August 1, 2026
- Closing of Public Voting: September 30, 2026
- Official Winners Announcement: November 2, 2026
For those interested in exploring the program further, including detailed criteria and submission guidelines, visit the official awards website at https://poyawards.homehealthcarenews.com/. Jessica Longly, the dedicated Awards Program Manager, oversees the strategic direction of this initiative, ensuring that the most impactful solutions receive the recognition they deserve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still submit my product after the initial deadline?
Yes, the deadline has been extended to July 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CDT, allowing for additional time to complete your nomination.
How are the winners of the Product of the Year Awards determined?
After initial evaluation by the HHCN editorial team, the final selection process involves public voting by HHCN readers, which begins on August 1, 2026.
Who is eligible to enter the HHCN POY Awards?
Manufacturers and their representatives who provide products, solutions, or technologies for the home health and home care industry are eligible to participate.