The complete guide to Home Care
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Evaluate: How to decide what type of home-based care is best
Ask yourself: Does your older loved one need 24/7 care or just a few hours a day? Could they use companionship, help with physical challenges or both? Or perhaps you’re in need of respite care. You’ll need this information to create a detailed job description.
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Cost: How much you can expect to pay for home-based care
Learn about the cost of home-based care. Then, consider the caregiver’s experience, how often you’ll need them to visit your older loved one, as well as the assigned duties.
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Interview: How to vet an in-home caregiver
When evaluating candidates, look for a professional who fits the job description and will be a good match for your older loved one. Next, make sure to call the caregiver’s references and ask them to provide a police check, which can help divulge any criminal history.
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Employment: What you need to handle as an employer
Once you’ve chosen a candidate, create a contract that covers their schedule, duties, payment, paid time off, and benefits. Caregivers are almost always considered household employees, so you will be responsible for payroll and proper tax withholding.
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Quality care: How to manage care moving forward
As your caregiver dives into work, provide a plan of care to offer structure and specific information on their duties. Familiarise yourself with workable solutions to common hurdles, and make sure you have a plan B in case the caregiver isn’t the best match for your older loved one.
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