Perhaps your mom is having surgery next week in New York, but you live in L.A. How will you make sure she’ll get the right home care upon discharge from the hospital? And what about the high cost of your dad’s caregiver from an agency? Every month there’s another bill, and his savings seem like they’re going right out the door. Should you find more affordable help?
Spend a little extra time this season to show your appreciation with a thoughtful gift to thank your caregiver for all they’ve done for you or your parents or your child.
For many of us, a week does not go by without someone raising the topic of home care for an aging parent. The path to resolution can be a long one.
As we kick off the holiday season with LeanOnWe’s annual recognition of America’s heroes this year, we salute both first responders and members of the military through Tunnel to Towers.
Since its inception in 2001, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation has honored and paid tribute to the 2,977 people who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, as well as the heroism of first responders and those who continue to suffer and lose their lives from 9/11-related illnesses. Its mission has since grown to include U.S. veterans and their families.
If you live far away and are busy juggling your own career and family, it can be difficult to care for an aging parent. Whether your parent needs help with laundry and errands a few times a week or requires daily care, you’ll want to find an experienced caregiver you can trust. Successfully managing a long-distance relationship with this person can mean the difference between a good night’s sleep and endless worrying.
Hiring private care for yourself or a loved one is an important decision that requires careful consideration. There’s so much information to absorb and often not a lot of time to process everything. This can lead to mistakes that affect your quality of care.
Be sure to take time to properly assess your care needs so you can make the best choice for your family when hiring an at-home caregiver for yourself or someone you love.
Once you determine that your loved one needs ongoing care at home, the next decision you’ll have to make is whether you should hire a caregiver privately or through an agency. We’ll give you an overview and take you through the differences to help you make the right call for your family.