As a family caregiver and owner of an in-home senior care agency, I know how challenging it is to find good care. Every family is different, every care recipient is unique and each caregiver has their own unique set of skills and experiences.
Here you will find articles ranging from how to plan for long-term care, finding and hiring a private caregiver and how to work with an in-home senior care agency. I also provide tools and templates to help you find the absolute right care option for your loved one. And, I write new content regularly.
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My goal is to help you navigate through your caregiver journey. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Senior Care Plan Template – Free Download
If you are caring for an elderly loved one or have hired a caregiver, having a care plan in place is essential. I will show you how to create a
Caregiver Duties and Job Description
If you are looking to hire a caregiver or are planning on being a caregiver yourself, it’s a good idea to have a job description that outlines your caregiver duties.
Elderly Fall Prevention Tips
One-third of seniors over the age of 65 will fall this year and only half of them will tell their doctor about it, according to the Centers for Disease Control
Standing Wheelchair Reviews – Get Off Your Butt!
Updated May 21, 2021 My mother, Barbara, had MS and used a standing wheelchair for years. She LOVED that wheelchair. When we were out in public, she would often ask
How To Pay For In-Home Care
Updated June 6, 2020 Although the cost for in-home care is usually a less expensive option than Assisted Living or Nursing Homes, the ability to afford Home Care is an
How To Talk To Parents About Aging
After my mom had a brain hemorrhage due to complications from MS, she required 24-hour care. And, even though she had MS and we knew what the eventual outcome might
COVID-19 and Caregivers
If you watch the news for even a minute these days you will undoubtedly be bombarded with information about COVID-19 (the coronavirus). I also know that the demands of caring
COVID-19 And Elderly Isolation
This COVID-19 pandemic came quickly. It thrust us into a world most have never experienced before. Businesses closed almost instantly. We were advised to self-isolate and keep our distance from
Caregiver Employment Application Form
Having your applicants complete a caregiver employment application form is an important first step in the hiring process. In this article I will share with you why the application is
Home Care Contract Template
There are many details to consider and things to discuss with the rest of your family when agreeing on a strategy for caring for your loved one. A caregiver agreement
How To Find A Private Home Caregiver
Finding the right private home caregiver for my mom was a daunting challenge. I wanted to make sure the person was qualified, of course, but most importantly I wanted make
Home Caregiver Pay Rate
You have weighed the choice of how to hire a caregiver – private vs. agency and have decided you want to hire your own private independent caregiver. Now, how do
