Looking for Care? or a Job?
October 8, 2009 12:47 pm Long Term Care, Medicare Supplements, New To Medicare, UncategorizedHello Southern Senior Care Blog Readers,
My name is Amanda, and I had never anticipated being a caregiver or being responsible for my mother who has usually done most of the caregiving in my family. It is really stressful for me and my siblings to find information about taking care of my mom since we try to do it ourselves, being on a limited budget. However, we don’t always have time, and working with an agency can be rather expensive. I found a great website called TheCaringSpace.com where you can post a listing for free and get connected with caregivers in your area. It is a great option for people who want to independently connect with caregivers in an affordable, easy way without working with a third party. The site even allows caregivers to provide background checks and references so you don’t waste your time on people who aren’t serious. There is a lot of good information provided for people like me who don’t really know the ropes when it comes to caregiving or where to start when it comes to seeking respite care for my family.
Thanks!
Amanda
Jane :
Date: June 9, 2010 @ 5:01 pm
I am in the exact same boat as you. It’s important to take time for yourself as well. I meditate. I have no idea how I could do what I am doing without meditating.
Buck Shaw :
Date: June 10, 2010 @ 4:23 pm
Amanda, thanks for the perspective while I realize that budgets and finances are very real factors, id caution people from relying solely on independent caregivers. There are many great independent caregivers but employing them yourself can be complicated and have dangerous hidden costs if something goes wrong. I encourage those with care needs to explore all their options including full service agencies. Most of us in this business operate on very fair margins while offering the service and understanding that is very hard to get from a non employing agency or independent caregivers. The cost of care is crucial but the quality and protection is too. Labor Law, screening, training, and hands on management are all thing that are tough to be good at when you are also dealing with a loved one experiencing challenges.