- Aging in Place
- Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care at Home
- Bathroom, Eating & Drinking Aids
- Emergencies
- Hiring Homecare
- Hiring Home Health Care
- Home Modification
- Home Safety & Fall Prevention
- Hospital Discharge
- Housework, Dressing & Eating Tips
- Injection How-to’s
- Pain Management
- Positioning & Exercises for the Bedridden
- Senior Driving Issues
How to Find & Hire a Private Caregiver
Hiring a caregiver to come into your home or to provide additional care in a facility can be nerve-wracking. How do you know who to trust? How do you know who will be a good fit? This article addresses those concerns and will help guide you through the process of hiring a private caregiver. Some people find caregivers through a homecare agency or referral service in order to keep things simple. Hiring a private caregiver is usually the most...Read the rest of this article »
Private-hire Home Caregiver Application
Download the Private-hire Home Caregiver Application to help you outline work experience, education and references along with much more. Employers can use this tool for assessing and comparing private-hire caregiver candidates. The file is in a pdf format. You will need to download Adobe Acrobat Reader® if you do not have it installed on your computer. (Don’t worry; it’s free, safe and simple to use.)...Read the rest of this article »
Accreditation Agencies: What They Are & What They Do
There are many accreditation agencies for long-term care facilities and services, but not all of them are created equal. Many charge the facilities and service providers a fee and require a self-evaluation form, but perform little to no follow-up. To the consumer, an accreditation based on such practices doesn't mean much. So if you're thinking about moving into a senior care facility or engaging other long-term care services, make sure you do your due diligence to find out what...Read the rest of this article »
Homecare: Avoid Elder Fraud & Abuse
Instances of fraud and abuse concerning elderly people are more common than you think. It can include anything from taking advantage of a person financially to inflicting emotional, physical and/or psychological harm. It's imperative to perform a thorough background check before hiring a caregiver for your loved one. The following are a few guidelines to follow when you have caregivers working in your home. Financial Matters Keep financial records and valuables in a secure place. This includes ATM cards, credit...Read the rest of this article »
What Is…Homecare?
Homecare (also known as in-home care) is professional care that an individual receives in the home. Homecare aides provide companionship and assistance with the activities of daily living (ADLs), such as eating, bathing and dressing. They may also help with light household chores or transportation needs. You can hire homecare aides either on your own or through an agency. There are three types of homecare: agency, referral and private hire. Many agencies and caregivers specialize in specific types of...Read the rest of this article »
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Protect Your Identity
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Whether you are living at home with help from outside caregivers or in a senior community, your identity can be stolen at ANY time. 
