Research and Innovation

Research and Innovation

Research and Innovation at VHA

VHA Home HealthCare's (VHA) Research and Innovation teams are committed to working together and helping VHA to become a transformational leader in the home and community health sector. We do this by creating solutions for clients, families and providers that embody our values, expertise and experiences.

Investing in research and innovation is one of VHA’s most important differentiators. Entities focused on homecare science are scarce, and scientists who are committed to researching the best and safest ways to deliver home care that result in preferred outcomes, timely access and an efficient health system are few in number. Since 2009, VHA has invested in building research capacity and today we are well on the way to being a transformational research leader and to setting the homecare research agenda for the future. Our progress and the contributions we’ve made are informing better care for clients and a safer work environment for providers.

Our responsive, tech focused innovation portfolio, directed by clients and families and grounded in implementation science, has realized meaningful advancements towards delivering on the promise of a technology enabled homecare system. Home care plays an essential role in a responsive, effective healthcare system. VHA continues to create insights to drive system integration forward and transform the homecare experience of today and into the future.

Our Research and Innovation Team regularly welcomes dedicated interns, students, fellows, and team members to collaborate in research and innovation through our strategic partnerships. During their time with VHA, their fresh perspectives and innovative ideas contribute significantly to our projects, fostering collaboration and driving progress in our collective pursuit of knowledge and advancement. We would like to acknowledge the hard work of the following individuals:

  • Abhishek Chopra, Research Assistant
  • Belinda Xu, Innovation Intern
  • Kashmeena Mangal, Research Assistant
  • Limi Adem, Research Assistant
  • Nishfa Rizwan, Practicum Student
  • Sage Kim, Research Student
  • Sandra Al Ali, MScPT, Innovation Intern
  • Vanessa Rong, Research Assistant