10 Things to Discuss With a New Caregiver

This is a good checklist to use for anyone settling into a new or modified caregiving routine. Every elderly person is so unique. I would copy this and leave room to make notes about the person's preferences. If there are any special considerations regarding their personality, going over this list would offer an opportunity to go over that as well. Some elderly people have shocking mood swings that can indicate a health problem. Crabbiness shouldn't be taken personally. Etc., etc.! Oh and how often do children want to be updated...daily, weekly?

It is comprehensive--many more points than I would have thought of, and I agree they are important.

it is nice I have some idea to be learn.

Although I do have a few hours per week of personal care help for my dad who is 90 and has Parkinsons, I am the primary caregiver in my home for both of my parents. This list reminded me of my role as companion and provider of entertainment. This is my most difficult challenge. My mom needs more stimulation but my dad's physical needs exhaust me, so my mom's mental/emotional needs are somewhat neglected. I have one sibling who could help me in this area but doesn't. After a long winter, I did at least get my mom out to the hairdresser today. But it is getting more difficult since we have to hire an aide any time I leave the house.

very helpful, as I don't always think from the personal attendant's perspective, since I'm already taking care of mom. This article points out some things that I might have otherwise not thought of, like what tv programs she likes, or who my mother can call if she's feeling lonely. Both good suggestions, that I might overlook.

I've been absorbed in online and physicians conferences study of Alzheimer's for two years. I have assembled a Caregiver/Spouse notebook especially for my 82 year-old husband's case. This is the single most important thread I've found with extremely important information that is secondary only to my husband's health history and related medication. Sections applicable only to his case are filed directly behind emergency procedures. Hardly a day goes by that I do not edit/discard/tweak/update/merge information for my guide. I am grateful for the expert advice published on this website.

I am currently building a new care giving business and wanted to look at your check list to make sure I haven't over looked anything. It is always a good idea to check information and explore new ideas and options. We all want the very best for our elderly angels in our communities. Thank you for providing such a heart felt website. Karen Carter

yes ,very great,,,and helpful.....

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I am looking for a care giver position in the gaylord area, I have over 10 years experience. My last patient was the owner of Murdock Fudge and he passed away last year. I love helping others and i love and respect the elderly. Please help.

I'm looking for a job as a care giver or health aid

hi yes i am a 18 year female with years of experience taking care of someone i took care if my mother who a recovery cancer patient who is now able to take care of herself since she has got been and i wanted to take care of someone else because through the years of caring for my mother it has bung us closer together and bettered our daughter mother relationship

I am looking for a caregiver position with your company I have close to thirty years experience my children are older now anad I am ready to reclaim my place in the work force and aspire to go back to school to become a nurse practitioner on the field of geriatrics which is my speciality especially in the alzheimer care and parkinsons.

I am in process of changing companies and it helps me in my decision process

Great checklist. Very good info. Hired a wonderful caregiver, who did everything, but as parents progressed I learned that this person would not administer rx's or even touch meds. Upon further questioning learned that C.M.A. certification has lapsed and had not been renewed, therefore was forbidden to administer rx's. After yet another serious health incident, parents had to go to assisted living. Kept caregiver once a week while they were in asst. living to take them out, shopping, etc. Later, this person aided in their leaving against my specific wishes. I have DPOA on both. (Please be certain that a family member has Durable Power of Attorney) Parents are not able to take care of themselves. No question about it. Had to end relationship. Sad.

Great checklist. Had a caregiver who was wonderful but would not administer or touch rx's. Not good.. Upon further questioning learned that her C.M.A. had lapsed and did not renew. Mystery solved. Not the caregiver anymore. Sad...

Good guide for families thinking about taking a much-needed respite--checklist of items to cover for an in-home care person.

Read this once before and intended to type up something to have on hand. Thanks for the reminder. Would certainly make that initial meeting flow better. Thanks

I am in process of finding new companion care and these questions will help with the interview

thank you for great information.

i did not know of all the help that is provided. THNAK YOU.

It confirmed what I already knew. I was looking for validation or anything I might have overelooked.

Great advice...