Alagacare

The moment in time when our parents lose their independence is the beginning of an intimate and very personal journey for every family. Being a caregiver for a family member or loved one is often a job that requires a delicate balance of a career, personal family life, and juggling trips back and forth between homes, There are many more stories of frustration and despair, stories of older parents unwilling to leave their home, and grown children scrambling to figure out the appropriate next caregiving steps while working and parenting their own children.
"One night at the dinner table, my father (who has dementia) asked my husband and I if we were married. After we told him we were, he started singing, 'All I want for Christmas is my mem-or-reed!' I'm glad Dad can laugh about this!"

"My momma always used to tell me, 'It is one of the most beautiful compensations of life that no one can sincerely try to help another without helping themselves too.' Thinking about this really helps me get through the times that I feel discouraged. I know that, through helping her, I'm also making changes in my life and helping myself!"

Start your caregiver's first impression on a positive note by briefing them on their clients' care plan. Clearly communicate their client's expectations so your caregiver is ready to deliver from day one.
Encourage schedulers to keep notes of their own on each client and caregiver to help them better match personalities.
Encourage every caregiver to document personal details about each client in their care, such as how they like their eggs done, when they like to read their morning paper, how they like to spend their afternoon, and what types of tasks they expect to be done to guide any caregivers who may need to fill in while the assigned caregiver is unavailable.
Designate a member of your office staff to contact each client after receiving care from a new employee to assess compatibility, gather feedback about their experience, and record any improvements that their caregiver could make.
Encourage your care staff to show interest in their clients' interests, hobbies, and memories by training them in soft skills such as: Customer Service in Healthcare, Building Trust and Confidence, and Enhancing Attention to Detail.
Given the nature of their job, truly great caregivers are naturally dependable, compassionate, and trustworthy. They should be able to empathize with the needs of their patients and identify them for their needs.