'In Home Care Staff Turnover' posted by rellimetil @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

rellimetil — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 20:29:26 -0000

Yes, it was our experience with multiple providers (multiple--ironically, in an attempt to avoid the turnover!) over many years. I am unsure what normal rates of turnover are within the profession, or whether a benchmark even exists.
Are you hiring individuals, or are they employees of an agency?
Individuals are more dependable long term in our experience. Maybe because it becomes more personal and there is more of a sense of responsibility to each party involved. But, with that being said, there are those times when individuals have personal needs affecting work duties, or need time off when there's no available replacement, too.
That leads to hiring an agency who really must be held accountable to the needs you express. Namely, a parade of employees throughout the year, each requiring training specific to the recipients' needs only leads to a roller coaster effect you don't want to experience. If it is an independent, small agency, they may be more in tune, because what works for you, works for them--they need stability in their placements, too. So, be very assertive about finding the appropriately skilled person with a personality to mesh with the recipient of care, and an employee seeking long term assignments. Most agencies do an assessment in my experience, and all this has to be absolutely hammered home at that time. Our particular dilemma involved a dementia patient, and the revolving door and parade of people was not conducive to a continuum of calm, loving care. Be assertive, and good luck!

'In Home Care Staff Turnover' posted by Anonymous @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Anonymous — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:52:53 -0000

Does anyone have a story to share about care provider turnover for in-home care? It seems like every person we hire to come care for my mom quits after several months and we are back to square one...anyone else experiencing high turnover?

'Are there temporary care places?' posted by Sho B @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Sho B — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:08:06 -0000

Hello 'cbtkw06', Thank you for posting your question! Caring.com's Senior Living Directory lists local care providers in the US where you can contact assisted living facilities, in-home care providers, home health agencies and other types of care providers so that you may find some respite. Enter the city, state or zip code of the area which you are looking for care and submit the type of care provider you'd like to find at www.caring.com/local.

Within each listing, you will be able to contact each individual care provider or obtain their contact information so that you may reach out and contact a representative. Don't hesitate to be in touch with our team if we may help you throughout your search.

Kind regards, -Sho from the Caring Community Team

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Anticipatory grief — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 04:29:02 -0000

I would like to spek with u.

'Are there temporary care places?' posted by cbtkw06 @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

cbtkw06 — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:12:08 -0000

I have been my Mother's caregiver since 2008 (she is a dementia patient). I would like to take a much needed vacation with my family this summer for a week and does anyone happen to know if there are places that will care for your loved one temporarily?

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ivorylure — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:56:23 -0000

the success of any care services depend on the people behind it. We have to thank the caregivers, nurses, and all the staff for providing great services. it's important for people to understand various long term care services and pick the best one for them

'How much do you tip aging loved one's helpers for the holidays?' posted by Caring Community @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Caring Community — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:06:58 -0000

Hello Everyone! Thanks for your responses, we appreciate hearing your perspective on this issue. Keep the responses coming!

'How much do you tip aging loved one's helpers for the holidays?' posted by LeeMG - WA @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

LeeMG - WA — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:57:41 -0000

I contributed $40 for Patti's daughter to fill a basket. They must have spent more, as there were two baskets that included everything for a big dinner, butter, salad dressing,and pie. Much was in cans in case they cannot use it all immediately. They have limited freezer space.

'How much do you tip aging loved one's helpers for the holidays?' posted by LeeMG - WA @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

LeeMG - WA — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:57:38 -0000

'How much do you tip aging loved one's helpers for the holidays?' posted by ernaburger @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

ernaburger — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 00:41:12 -0000

My thought on tipping professional caregivers is, no tipping at all, I would treat the situation like a employee vs employer. If the caregiver goes beyond the usual care-giving one should consider giving a bonus for the extra deed. Same with Holidays, if the caregiver has been employed for some time a Xmas Bonus/Gift should be forthcoming.

'How much do you tip aging loved one's helpers for the holidays?' posted by lonely wife/clydia/tampa @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

lonely wife/clydia/tampa — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 00:40:47 -0000

The caregiver that cares for my husband is exceptional so i gave her $50.00 in cash, a pair of movie tickets, a pedicure, a set of holiday towels, room spray, stress oil, and a platter of homemade goodies for her family. She is worth even more. I can work Without worry and she does the laundry and keeps my hose clean. I could not live without her.

'How much do you tip aging loved one's helpers for the holidays?' posted by Caring Community @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Caring Community — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:44:43 -0000

This is topic that can stump caregivers around the holidays. What to tip your loved one’s professional caregivers or other eldercare helpers?

While some people are better at talking about these things than others, and we have some expert advice to help guide you, we’re also curious to gather your thoughts and suggestions about what you would do (or have already done) for your helpers this holiday season. Your input can be very valuable to others in similar situations struggling with this decision. Thanks for sharing!

'How is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by DGraab @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

DGraab — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:54:57 -0000

Thanks Gatfly, and happy birthday to your mom! When you have a chance (if you haven't already done so), please share this positive testimonial on the community's page in our directory (to help other families in their assisted living selection): http://www.caring.com/local/assisted-living-facilities Happy holidays!

'How is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by Gatfly @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Gatfly — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:51:59 -0000

I would just like to add something to my previous post. I went to make some candies with my Mom this morning and she invited me to stay for lunch. It was the Holiday/December Birthdays Buffet - OMG!!! They had such a spread!! Their head cook is an actual chef and he does a marvelous job when he gets to do this sort of thing - there were about a half dozen deep-fried entrees, HUGE shrimp for shrimp cocktails, just a wonderful assortment of goodies, plus the birthday cake - and it was my Mom's birthday this month, so she was one of the guests of honor. My parents live at Park Vista Retirement Living, in Waupaca, Wisconsin - I would recommend it to anyone!!

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AssistedLiving — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:52:55 -0000

Going through life's transition and coping with the situation is equally stressful for seniors and their families. But proper planning and opting assisted living[cardinalvillage.com] facilities help ease lives of both elders and their families. Cardinal Village(http://www.cardinalvillage.com/), set in lovely Sewell, Washington Township, Gloucester County, New Jersey, offers both carefree, Independent Living in spacious garden setting apartments and a comprehensive Assisted Living program with personalized care in a homelike environment.

'How is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by Caring Community @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Caring Community — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:25:56 -0000

What wonderful holiday activities, please keep your stories coming! Sunrise of Fresno assisted living community just received a great review describing all of the holiday activities they put together for their residents. Take a peek at what people are writing, and write a review of an assisted living provider too!

'How is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by Gatfly @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Gatfly — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:39:38 -0000

My folks are in Assisted Living and there are many opportunities for religious services, carolers coming in, decorations up the wazoo, they even have a contest for the best-decorated door (my folks chose not to participate in that, but enjoy the other festivities). They show movies regularly as well, and I'm sure there are Christmas-themed ones on their list now. They are having a special party on Thursday evening, which unfortunately we will be unable to attend as it is right during milking (we are dairy farmers) but there will be families attending with small children and a visit from Santa - fun for all! They have decorated cookies, created ornaments, etc. So yes! - much going on for them to get into the spirit of Christmas!

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Caring Community — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:15:23 -0000

Hi Nancy, Thanks for stopping by this caregiver forum, and sharing your thoughts! We noticed that your assisted living communities are listing in our Senior Living Directory, where your customers and fans can post ratings and reviews about their experiences with your services. You can help spread the word about this feature, by sharing this page with your clients: http://www.caring.com/review_submissions/new?utm_source=community.

Also, how are your assisted living communities celebrating the holidays? We'd love for you to share some examples on this discussion page: http://www.caring.com/forums/living-arrangements-forum/what-creative-festive-or-meaningful-ways-is-your-loved-one-s-assisted-living-community-celebrating-the-holidays-2 Let us know if you have any questions, or are interested in upgrading the listings for Heritage Hill Senior Community. Thanks!

'How is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by langdon @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

langdon — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:13:01 -0000

My husband is home and we are by ourselves but I got a hold of 2 collections of Christmas moves and old t.v. shows at christmas.But the big surprise will be to watch on Christmas the collection from pbs of old Jonny Cash shows at Christmas.He also likes the decorations and 2 animated toys one a merry go round that plays christmas songs and christmas puppy plays shout.He gets so much joy from all this familar songs

'How is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by DGraab @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

DGraab — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:57:13 -0000

In Caring.com's online support group for caregivers whose loved ones have severe-stage Alzheimer's or dementia, a participant shared, "The 'memory caree' facility my wife lives in has decorated, plays lots of Christmas music and had a Christmas party." We'll keep you posted of more responses soon.

'How is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by Sho B @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Sho B — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 23:39:08 -0000

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'How is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by Caring Community @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Caring Community — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 22:36:04 -0000

Do you have a loved one living in an assisted living community in the U.S.? We’d love to hear the creative and festive ways their community is celebrating this holiday season. Whether it's decking the halls, exchanging gifts, providing holiday lights tours, or creating other special activities, we want to know how they’re ‘making spirits bright’ in your loved one’s assisted living community this time of year.

Take, for instance, Sunrise Senior Living in Simi Valley: The adult daughter of two residents wrote her local newspaper[vcstar.com] to express how “they have created an environment that makes each resident’s experience warm and fulfilling,” including a holiday celebration with imported snow, a meal and carolers. “My brother, sister and I watched the joy on our parents’ faces as they viewed their grandchildren play in the snow,” she wrote.

Another example from Emeritus West Side Manor in Liverpool, NY, with congratulations due: Their community participated in the Annual Gingerbread House Competition at the Syracuse Erie Canal Museum, and took first place in the senior citizen category! Residents created a display[facebook.com] called "First Snow on the Erie Canal" and also took first place for the sub-category of "Best Incorporation of the Erie Canal."

And a memory from our staff: As a senior in high school, Sho B., our community manager, took part in a holiday activity called Senior-to-Senior Exchange. "One day in December, we visited a local senior living facility, had lunch and exchanged gifts with residents," she said. "To this day, I remember the great feeling I had as we shared stories, gifts and laughter."

How about you? What warm, fuzzy feelings or meaningful activities is your loved one’s assisted living community creating this season?

'What creative, festive or meaningful ways is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by Sho B @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Sho B — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 22:13:15 -0000

Do you have a loved one living in an assisted living community in the U.S.? We’d love to hear about how they’re celebrating this holiday season. Whether it's decking the halls, exchanging gifts, providing holiday lights tours, or creating other special activities, we want to know how they’re ‘making spirits bright’ in your loved one’s assisted living community this time of year.

Congratulations to the Emeritus West Side Manor[vcstar.com] in Rochester, NY for winning first place in the senior citizen category of the Annual Gingerbread House Competition at the Syracuse Erie Canal Museum! Residents created a display called "First Snow on the Erie Canal" and also took first place for the sub-category of "Best Incorporation of the Erie Canal". Read more about the Emeritus at West Side Manor Gingerbread House Competition on Facebook[facebook.com].

As a senior in high school, I took part in a holiday activity called Senior-to-Senior Exchange. One day in December, we visited a local senior living facility, had lunch and exchanged gifts with residents. To this day, I remember the great feeling I had as we shared stories, gifts and laughter.

How about you? What warm, fuzzy feelings or meaningful activities is your loved one’s assisted living community creating this season?

'What creative, festive or meaningful ways is your loved one’s assisted living community celebrating the holidays? ' posted by Sho B @ {post.created_at.to_s(:post_time)}

Sho B — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 22:12:50 -0000

How about you? What warm, fuzzy feelings or meaningful activities is your loved one’s assisted living community creating this season?

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NancyJacob — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:10:14 -0000

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