Hiring In-Home Help Questions

1. How do I hire a caregiver directly, instead of from an agency?

   Many caregivers have questions about the direct hire of caregivers or using an agency. There are certainly pro’s and con’s to be considered.
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2. How can I find someone to come and regularly assess my dad to determine if he needs additional care?

   Absolutely. It sounds like you're describing a geriatric care manager, who acts as a kind of chief elder care organizer, helping connect the dots for their clients. You can find them on-line or in an old-fashioned paper telephone book. The Eldercare Locator is also a great source for finding geriatric care managers...
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3. Where can I find someone to come to my home and cut my mothers hair?

   Hello anonymous, Thanks for your question.
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4. 100% disabled needs help

   Hello 'lobo11', Thank you for posting your question with our community! You can search for in-home care or home health agencies in your area through the Senior Living Directory.
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5. May I be a help for others ?

   Hello! Thank you for sharing your question with our community. You may search for in-home care agencies in your area through our Senior Living Directory by entering your city, state and zip code in our In-Home Care Directory here: http://www.caring.com/local/in-home-care
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6. Hair stylist for in home care

   Hi, Thanks for posting your question here on Caring.com! I answered a similar question here: http://www.caring.com/questions/where-can-i-find-someone-to-come-to-my-home-and-cut-my-mothers-hair Additional suggestions include...
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7. Facility vs. In-Home Care

   When I said "almost losing my husband", I meant back in December...He isn't thinking about "leaving" me. now..
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8. What should I do if my parent resists bathing?

   If your mother is resisting a bath to the point of fighting -- and this happens, especially with people who have Alzheimer's or dementia -- stop and try again tomorrow or the next day. We all have bad days, including our parents, and letting it go until a better time is OK...
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9. Is there a resource to find a nurse who will travel to rural areas?

   Finding visiting nurses in rural areas is tough wherever you live, so I understand your challenge. You didn't mention what town the patient lives in, or near, but I suggest starting by asking at the nearest hospital or medical clinic. Explain your situation and see if they have services that can help...
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10. Are there listings, generated geographically, for home health care workers that include basic scope of services and budget figures?

    There are a few services that do this online. Search using the terms home caregivers or home health aids and find. Caring.com will have something similar available soon; we're working on it. Meanwhile, your best bet, I think, is the Eldercare Locator, a U.S...
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11. Can we contract Mom's caregiver to be Dad's, too?

    Hiring a caregiver is a complex issue, particularly so if you want to hire one caregiver for two parents. I am not clear about your question; I think you are asking if you will have to pay the agency for your father's care if it is given by the same caregiver who is assisting your mother...
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12. If I hire an aide for my father should I be responsible for payments?

    You ask a question that I'm sure many people face. In-home care is expensive, and many families struggle to afford it, and there isn't one clear "right" way of deciding who should pay the cost among relatives, or, for that matter, on how to divide up the caregiving time. It's usually worked out individually, family by family...
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13. How many aides per resident are required in an assisted living facility?

    The Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA) leaves the issue of staffing flexible so each individual facility may decide what is best for their residents and resident focused programs. Due to differences in specialty or types of care, which may range with the resident population, ALFA states the...
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14. How can I find agencies or companies that provide in-home care in my area?

    Finding in-home caregivers is a major concern for so many people caring for elderly loved ones. It does take effort, but is well worth it when you get the care you need.
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15. How can we help mom with Alzheimer's be safe in her home?

    It is of course a delicate balance to allow someone with Alzheimer's disease stay at home alone and be safe and at the same time honor her need to be independent and stay in her own apartment. Have you looked at assisted living? That setting is usually a much "homier" and she can bring her own furniture...
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16. How much does a live-in caregiver cost?

    Live-in caregivers cost from $700 to $3000 a week. There are many factors such as what part of the country you live in, what the living accommodations are and what hours the person is required to be on duty. The ability to speak the elder's language is also a factor.
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17. What can I do if my mom's nursing home is mistreating her and I live out of state?

    The best thing you can do is get on a plane. You need to see your mother with your own eyes. There's no substitute for seeing firsthand how the facility is treating your mom and reviewing her daily medical records. Visiting has another benefit: the presence of family members personalizes your mother...
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18. What are my tax responsibilities when hiring a home health aide?

    Most home health aides are considered employees of the person who hires them. If you hire your mother's aide yourself, then you're responsible for withholding and paying all the relevant employee taxes, including payroll taxes, Social Security taxes, and other mandated withholding in your state, such as unemployment insurance...
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19. Should I put my parent in a nursing home?

    If the care of an elder is left to one person, it can easily become overwhelming. The good news is, there are abundant resources to help.
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20. When is it time for a nursing home?

    Your question raises one of the most challenging decisions caregivers face, so thanks for posting it. While there is no absolute right time to place a parent in a nursing home below are some guidelines.
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