5. Identify the right in-home caregiver.
When you're working fast, a few things can help you make a good caregiver match. First, weed out caregivers or agencies over the phone if they don't meet your scheduling or financial needs. Trust your instincts, ruling out anyone or any place you don't feel good about. Narrow down an "interview" list and meet these people in person, with the person in your care if this is appropriate.
Helpful hint: Brief yourself during the interview process, whether you're hiring an independent care provider or working through an employment agency.
6. Use an agency for in-home care, or hire a geriatric care manager.
If you can't find the right person and time is running out, consider using an agency that comes well recommended. Most agencies can accommodate urgent or short-term needs. This solution may be pricey, but it's an efficient way to get someone in to help immediately, buying you time to explore other options.
Another option, if you can afford it: Consider hiring a geriatric care manager to take over the in-home care reins -- it's often one of their specialties. While this can be expensive, it's an efficient way to get care right away and relieves you of much of the hiring hassle.
Helpful hints: Discuss the choices you're facing with friends and family. Get input from others. If the person in your care is up to it, include him as much as you can. After all, he's the one who really needs to be comfortable with the caregiver. You can find geriatric care managers through word-of-mouth referrals or by going online, to the yellow pages, or to your local Area Agency on Aging.
And remember, your decision isn't irreversible. If the caregiver doesn't work out, you can find another one. It's a disappointment and a hassle, but if you're persistent, you'll find the right person.
hello!!!im syra....i want to work in home care but i dont have any idea or experience working on that matter.i have 4 kids.can i apply on that work even if i dont have knowledge on that???thank u....
Hi tmoncier, thanks for your comment. One place you can start your search is in our directory: http://www.caring.com/local. Just select the type of care your want (in-home care sounds like what you need) and then enter in your city information. From there you'll see a list of facilities and you can see which one works best for you and your loved one. Hope that helps! Thanks again for your comment. -- Emily | Community Manager
Looking for help finding help for everyday fundamental daily living a few hours a day. Money is a issue tho they do have Medicare. Any ideas would be greatly appreciateD . THANK YOU SO MUCH.
Mom and Dad are in another state. Mom is 88 years old and Dad is 89 years old. They can no longer cook for themselves or clean. They are still able to dress and take care of personal things. Is there home care or a service available for the elderly that provides cooking and cleaning for them? They live in Oceanport, NJ
I' m Angie Delgado, Me and my family are looking for a person to at least bath and cook for my mom she's 95yrs staying home .There's nothing wrong with her only thyroid and arthritis because of her age.She is a very picky person and with an attitude ,well I think it's because of age.On her next Dr's appointment I'm planning to ask him if he could help me on that.
there are lots of great caregivers on ENURGI.COM