The Unseen Liabilities of Hiring a Caregiver Directly | Personally Hiring a Caregiver
Do you know what the unseen liabilities are of hiring a caregiver directly, rather than through a home care agency? Let’s say that your parents have reached a point where they have troubles with everyday activities. You may think to hire someone directly, but the problem with this is that you could be leaving yourself […]
Working Successfully with Home Care Services | How to Use Home Care Agencies
If you or a loved one is aging, you might need a home care assistant. However, finding the right home caregiver is much easier said than done. “Should I personally hire a home caregiver? Or, should I work with a home care agency and take advantage of their services?”. Here’s what you need to know […]
Software Reviews for In Home Care Agencies
Want to know: What are the best software programs for In Home Care Agencies? Home care and post acute care agencies require the most up-to-date and intuitive software to run efficiently and provide the best homecare. This guide reviews many of the options you’ll find as you search for the best software vendors to fit […]
How to Use Your 401k to Pay for In Home Care | Ways to Pay for Home Care
Healthcare costs for anyone are rising ever higher each year. The increased costs for long term care is becoming frightening for even moderately financially stable couples and individuals approaching retirement years. Older individuals are also more likely to desire to age in place in their comfortable homes these days. The unexpected high costs of skilled […]
The Importance of Seniors Maintaining a Healthy Weight
Living a healthy lifestyle is important for people of any age group, but research has revealed that it becomes even more important later in life. As we reach our senior years, the consequences of living a sedentary lifestyle become more apparent. Specifically, sticking to a healthy diet and maintaining a healthy weight can help you […]
How Home Care Agencies Can Rise to a 5-Star Rating
The landscape of post-acute care is constantly changing and becoming more value-oriented. With the development of home health star ratings, home health care agencies have a tool that can help them stand out to potential clients. With the national average rating hovering around 3.5 stars as of July, 2018, it’s clear that achieving higher scores […]