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- How do I know if I’m ready for in-home care?
If you're reading this document, chances are you'd benefit from arranging for services. Because many people experience aging as a slow process, the person ... - How do I arrange for in-home care?
There is a tremendous difference between hiring a private-duty caregiver on your own as compared to working with an agency to arrange for care and ... - How many hours a day and how frequently should I schedule assistance?
It is not unusual to underestimate the number of hours or the frequency a caregiver should visit. As older adults rarely need diligent one-on-one ... - How do I select a caregiver or nurse?
Trust and compatibility are paramount. It is not uncommon for older adults to be unwilling to accept care, or to begrudge the assistance offered ... - How often are there rate increases in care?
Increases are certain. Because hourly wages are a primary component of the hourly rate, increases will follow the cost of living increase at a minimum. ... - How are in-home care agencies licensed?
Providers of chore services may or may not be licensed agencies. If an agency provides a caregiver who offers hands-on care, then a license ... - How do I arrange for medical services if my parent can’t get out of the house easily?
The trend to offer services in a private home setting is on the rise. As people are living longer, there is an apparent attempt ... - How do I arrange to get medical equipment and medical supplies for my parent?
Equipment that is ordered by a physician or ARNP may be covered by Medicare, a Medicare supplement or an insurance plan if a doctor's written ...
