A Conversation About Senior Care Options
In particular, this workshop focused on understanding the differences between receiving care inside the home versus care outside the home. Lyndsey Parker from Right at Home Sacramento-Davis weighed in about the care options they provide when an individual wishes to remain in their home. With the help of Jaynie from askjaynie.com the two discuss various scenarios when a person might need in home care as an option. When might a person look to bring in a home care aide and what services could they expect to receive? They vary according to the needs of the person. Do they need basic companion care services or are they requiring a little extra help with personal care? These are the options Lyndsey goes into and helps us better understand.
Caregiver requirements have changed over the years to insure the best quality of care and safety for the client. Lyndsey filled us in on the latest requirements the process of vetting a prospective caregiver. Clients seeking home care from professional in home care companies such as Right at Home Sacramento-Davis can expect the following to have been done prior to hiring their care staff:
- Fingerprinted through Department of Justice
- Registered with Department of Social Services
- Background checks back to 18th birthday
- Pre-hire physicals and drug screens
- Annual ongoing training
- Proof of Auto Insurance
Consider this list when deciding on whether to bring in a random family friend or someone offering to provide care from a job board on the internet, versus a truly professional and accountable company in your neighborhood. Everyone of these requirements should be met and can make a huge difference in the outcome of your loved one’s care.
Dan Carsel of Alta Vista Living and Jaynie got to talk shop about care options when it is no longer safe or feasible for a loved one to live home alone. They discussed the differences between the large assisted living options and smaller board and cares. What would make a person pick one over the other? What are the differences in cost, care, care team to client ratio and so much more. There are real legitimate reasons why a person might pick one over the other. Is your loved one active and social but needs some care, or are they at a higher care level and not really social at all? Dan and Jaynie tell is like it is and hopefully help take some unnecessary steps out of your search for the right care home option.