Home care program for patients at high risk of hospitalization.

Objective: To assess the efficacy of a home care program designed to improve access to medical care for older adults with multiple chronic conditions who are at risk for hospitalization.

Study Design: Randomized controlled trial in which participants were assigned to the home care intervention (Choices for Healthy Aging [CHA]) program or usual care.

Methods: The intervention group consisted of 298 older adults at risk of hospitalization as determined by a risk stratification tool.