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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TRANSWORLD HOME HEALTHCARE APPOINTS TIMOTHY M. AITKEN CHAIRMAN AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Clark, New Jersey, January 15, 1997 - Transworld Home HealthCare, Inc. (Nasdaq National Market:

TWHH, TWHHW) today appointed Timothy M. Aitken as Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer.

Prior to joining Transworld, Aitken, 52 served as Vice Chairman and President of Apria Healthcare Group Inc. (NYSE:AHG). Previously, Aitken was Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Abbey Healthcare Group Inc., which merged with Homedco Group Inc. in June 1995 to create Apria. At the time of the merger, Abbey had revenues approaching $500 million.

Aitken commented on his new position, "I am looking forward to moving into the leadership role at Transworld. Today's healthcare marketplace continues to evolve which will afford the Company many opportunities. I am excited to help Transworld capitalize on such industry opportunities and explore new ventures."

Scott A. Shay, member of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Search Committee, stated, "We are pleased that Mr. Aitken has agreed to lead our organization. He brings to Transworld significant healthcare background and expertise as well as his proven leadership skills and corporate experience."

Transworld Home HealthCare, Inc. is a regional provider of a broad range of alternate site healthcare products and services. The Company also operates a specialized mail order pharmacy and provides medical supplies nationwide.

NOTE: Certain statements contained herein are forward-looking statements that have been made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results in future periods or plans for future periods to differ materially from those described herein or as anticipated, believed or estimated.

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