"In her latest study, Coe returned to caregiving, and tested whether the combination of family and formal care at home—a growing but still unusual arrangement—led to better health for individuals than either approach alone. The combination turned out to be better for the ailing person’s physical and mental health. The work was unusual because it measured the impact of providers—both formal and informal—on patient outcomes. Most studies focus on locations, comparing care at home to care at other sites, Coe said." - Penn LDI
Norma Coe shares the results of her new research with Penn LDI.
Citation: "Better Care at Home: Family Plus Formal Help Makes a Difference," Penn LDI, K Stark, June 9, 2025.
Study Citation: Basu A, Coe N B, Konetzka R T, Sun C & Van Houtven C H. 2025. "Home-Based Care Outcomes: Does the Care Provider Matter?" Wiley Online Library.