The complete guide to home care

Evaluate: How to decide what type of home care is best

Ask yourself: Does your older loved one need 24/7 care or just a few hours a day? Could they do with 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.
In-home care: What are your options?

There are a number of in-home care options for ageing adults. Here’s a breakdown of each.
Top 11 caregiver duties to know

Caregiver duties are wide-ranging. It can be assumed, however, that many of the following tasks are performed at some point...
Hiring a caregiver: Should you work with an agency or find your own?

Wondering if it's best to hire help through a caregiver agency or do it independently? Here, we break down both...
Caregiver job description: What to write to attract strong candidates

Powerful words can help to attract top candidates for your caregiver job. Here’s how to make sure you set yourself...

Cost: How much you can expect to pay for home care

Learn about the cost of home care. Consider the caregiver’s experience, how often you’ll need them to visit your older loved one, as well as the assigned duties.
The cost of in-home care and how to pay for it

We share the steps to understanding and choosing how to pay for home care.
How much does private home care cost?

How much does private home care cost per hour? Here, we break down all the potential expenses involved.
Live-in caregivers: What they do and how much you can expect to pay

If you’re considering hiring a live-in caregiver, here are the basics on what you can expect to pay.
Overnight caregivers: What they do and how much you can expect to pay

Here’s what you need to know about hiring an overnight caregiver for an elderly person.
Companion care for the elderly: How much it costs and how to pay for it

Wondering how much you can expect to pay a companion caregiver to provide “hands-off” care for a loved one? We...

Interview: How to vet an at-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 contact the caregiver’s references and conduct a background check, which can help divulge any criminal history.
What to look for to find the right fit with a home care provider

It’s time to meet the care provider. But how do you know if they are really the one? Here are...
Questions to ask during an elderly caregiver interview

Here are all the bases you’ll want to cover when interviewing a candidate for a caregiving position.
How to check elderly caregiver references and what questions to ask

Found the perfect caregiver for your older loved one? Here are the key questions to ask when checking references.

Employment: What you need to handle as an employer

Once you’ve chosen a candidate, create a contract that covers working hours, duties, payment, paid leave and benefits. Caregivers are almost always considered employees, so you may need to consider your tax and administrative obligations.
Elderly care contracts: Why you need one and what to include in it

You need to have clear duties and job expectations, as well as a plan of action in case something goes...
Is your elderly caregiver a household employee or an independent contractor?

Know where you stand as the employer of an elderly caregiver.
Six essential caregiver benefits to consider negotiating into your contract

While adequate pay is top priority, employment benefits—from paid time off to travel expenses to pensions—are also crucial for caregivers.

Quality care: How to manage care moving forward

As your caregiver dives into work, provide a plan of care to offer structure and specifics on their duties. Familiarise yourself with workable solutions to common hurdles, as well as ways to change course if the caregiver isn’t the best match for your older loved one.
How to create a plan of care for your elderly caregiver

Here’s how to formulate a plan of care.
What to include on a daily schedule for adult and elderly caregivers

You can help familiarise your caregiver with your loved one’s schedule from the very start by providing them with a detailed...
5 common issues with in-home caregivers and how to tactfully address them

Making expectations as clear as possible from day one is key, but when things go off track, you can work...
What to do if your caregiver isn’t the right fit

If you feel the caregiver you hired is not up to the job, here’s how to proceed.

The complete guide to Home Care