3 mins read

Qualifications for Home Health Care Providers

Caring for a sick family member can be stressful, especially if you are already taking care of a million other things such as work, school and chores. Sometimes, you may feel like throwing in the towel or, at the very least, want to take a little break. Fortunately, you can hire a home health care provider to help lighten up your load and make caring your loved one more manageable. Find out what qualifications to look for when hiring an ideal provider to make your life a bit easier.

4 mins read

Questions for Home Care Providers

Deciding the time has come to bring a home care provider into the life of your loved one can be a stress-producing event. Whether it will be for a short time while your loved one recovers from surgery or illness, or long term care for one who will not recover, choosing who to trust to do the job can be like walking through a minefield. Asking questions that uncover the true philosophy, education and experience of the care provider can help you choose the best person for the job.

4 mins read

Expectations for Your In-Home Daycare Provider

Selecting a daycare provider is a difficult process for new parents. In-home daycare providers care for children in a home as opposed to a daycare center. The care may be provided either in your home or in the daycare provider’s home depending on the arrangement. The daycare provider should be held to certain standards. Define your expectations for the in-home daycare provider before hiring her. A contract outlining the expectations will prevent misunderstandings.