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Navigating the Caregiver Hiring Process: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

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When the time comes to bring professional caregiving support into your loved one’s life, the process can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re hiring a caregiver for home care or to complement care in a community setting, understanding how to find, evaluate, and select the right person is crucial for both your peace of mind and your loved one’s well being. We are Nancy Treaster and Sue Ryan, we’ve developed five essential tips for hiring a paid caregiver, based on real experiences and practical advice from caregiving experts. These insights will help you navigate this important transition with confidence and clarity. Connect with us and share your tips: Website: https://www.thecaregiversjourney.comDonate: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaregiversjourney/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCaregiversJourneys/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suearmstrongryan/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancytreaster/Email: sue@thecaregiversjourney.com, nancy@thecaregiversjourney.com Full Show Notes https://thecaregiversjourney.com/32-navigating-the-caregiver-hiring-process-five-essential-tips-alzheimers-and-other-dementias/ Additional Resources Mentioned Episode 5: Home Alone https://thecaregiversjourney.com/leaving-your-care-receiver-alone-six-essential-tips-alzheimers-and-other-dementias/Episode 28: Home and Community Living Options https://thecaregiversjourney.com/time-for-a-change-home-and-community-living-options-five-essential-tips-alzheimers-and-other-dementias/Episode 30: Elder Law Attorneys https://thecaregiversjourney.com/they-know-what-we-dont-elder-law-attorneys-four-essential-tips-alzheimers-and-other-dementias/Episode 33. How To Create a Care Plan: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias https://thecaregiversjourney.com/33-how-to-create-a-care-plan-five-essential-tips-alzheimers-and-other-dementiasSupport the nonprofit The Caregiver's Journey: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourney Takeaways Tip 1: Assess Your Loved One’s Needs Before you begin searching for a caregiver, it’s important to thoroughly understand what kind of support your loved one requires. This assessment will guide all your subsequent decisions about the type of caregiver, frequency of care, and specific qualifications needed. Consider these key areas when assessing needs: Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)Medical NeedsHousehold Management TasksSafety ConcernsTransportation and MobilityCompanionship Needs Tip 2: Determine the Type of Caregiver and Frequency Needed There are three main categories of paid caregivers, each with different training levels and capabilities: Companion CareCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Skilled Nursing Tip 3: Understand Your Financial Resources Review Your Financial Resources Savings and investment accountsLong-term care insurance policiesRegular income sourcesFamily financial contributions. Explore Available Benefits MedicareMedicaidVeterans Benefits Consider Family Contributions Tip 4: Decide Between Agency or Private Hire When you work with a caregiving agency: They Handle Administrative TasksThey Provide Backup CoverageThey Offer Training and SupervisionThey Assume Liability Private Hire Benefits It’s Usually Less ExpensiveYou Have Complete ControlThere’s Often More FlexibilityYou May Find Through Word-of-Mouth Private Hire Challenges You’re the EmployerNo Backup CoverageLimited Screening Resources Tip 5: Evaluate potential caregivers thoroughly Key Questions for Interviews Scheduling and AvailabilityQualifications and ExperienceApproach to CareCommunication Style Background Checks and References Set Clear Expectations Especially for private hires, establish from the beginning that the arrangement is on a trial basis. Include Your Loved One When Appropriate Next Steps: Care Plans and Integration Develop a written plan Develop an Integration Strategy Read More in This Blog here

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