A Day in the LIfe of our Senior Home Caregivers
Kim, a senior caregiver, arrives at Mr. Dennis’s home at 8 am. If he is already awake, she helps him into his kitchen chair. They chat, and he enjoys a cup of coffee while she prepares his favorite breakfast of two eggs, two sausages, half an english muffin, and half a hash brown patty. Kim…
Read MoreBenefits of Respite Senior Care
Respite care services provide temporary relief for the family while caring for a sick, elderly, or disabled loved one. Respite care gives the primary caregiver an often much-needed break. Respite senior care can be for several weeks, a single morning, or several afternoons. Like other services, respite care is usually charged by the hour, so…
Read MoreWhat Does a Senior Sitter Do?
Senior Care providers help with personal care and companionship for the elderly, sick, or people otherwise unable to care for themselves entirely. Senior caregivers will go into the home, hospital, nursing care, or healthcare facilities to provide non-medical care such as preparing meals, light housekeeping, running errands, and medication reminders. Staying Home Many seniors would…
Read MoreMedicare and Home Health Care
When facing ongoing nursing care, a common question is will Medicare cover the cost? Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people 65 years or older. Those with permanent kidney failure and young people with specific disabilities may also qualify for Medicare. Medicare will not pay for non-medical home care aids unless the senior…
Read MoreWhen To Ask For Help
How do you know if you need extra home health care for you or your loved one? It’s one of the hard questions we have to ask ourselves. The physical and mental changes that affect the aging process can severely limit an independent lifestyle. If you notice a family member is neglecting their hygiene, appears…
Read MoreTax Deductions and Out of Pocket Health Care
Along with the worries that come when you or a loved one becomes incapacitated, you may also have to consider the extra expense of hiring people to come in and help you with basic needs. Some insurances will pay for nurses and caregivers to come to your home, and sometimes you will have to pay…
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