Caregiver Screening

How to screen a caregiver (or as importantly, how NOT to screen a caregiver)

Perhaps the greatest amount of anxiety regarding home care surrounds the concept of letting a stranger into your loved one’s home.

Did You Find the Right Caregiver? Tips for Choosing Before You Hire

At some point, your parents will need more than a simple helping hand around the house. When that happens, your family will need to enlist outside help if they wish to remain at home.

Overwhelmed by Home Care? We’ve Got No-Nonsense Answers

Spending your days worried about mom or dad?

Maybe Mom can no longer drive to bingo on Monday evenings and misses her friends. Or perhaps you noticed that Dad doesn’t bathe often enough, and his hygiene is suffering as a result.

Hiring A Caregiver When You Live Far From Your Aging Parents

hiring a caregiver for elderly parents

If you live far away and are busy juggling your own career and family, it can be difficult to care for an aging parent.

5 Simple Ways to Help Your Senior Trust a New Caregiver

Some seniors, particularly those in the early stages of dementia, may have a hard time trusting anyone other than the family member they rely on most.

How to Set Expectations When Hiring a Caregiver: 10 Topics To Discuss

senior caregiver tips

Helping your new caregiver succeed is one of the most important roles you’ll play as you manage the home care needs of yourself or your loved ones.

How to Find a Caregiver Near You

An in-depth look at local home care

7 Hidden Risks of Hiring a Caregiver on Your Own

Hiring a caregiver for yourself or a loved one can be a crucial decision and it's essential to be aware of the potential risks involved when doing so on your own.

Four Things to Know Before Hiring a Caregiver for a Senior with Alzheimer's

Whatever your needs, there’s an in-home caregiver that’s right for your family. But finding that person depends on clearly understanding your aging parent’s condition or disease, and defining the specific care he requires.

Broken Bones And Bank Accounts: Warning Signs Of Elder Abuse

Burn marks, bruising, poor hygiene, and broken bones are the telltale indicators of physical elder abuse and an astute observer can typically spot these signs easily.

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