Choosing a Qualified Agency vs. Hiring a Caregiver Privately

Choosing a qualified in home caregiver for seniors Should you choose an agency or hire a private caregiver? Consider these issues when you are making your decisions.

Private Pay Agencies:

Interview and Employ their staff
Check references and criminal background checks.
Employment Authorization checks (Immigration and citizenship)
Have coverage for Worker’s Comp and Payroll Taxes
Staff is Licensed, Insured and Bonded.
Supervision of aides and clients’ Care Plans
Ongoing training and development of the work force.
Scheduling changes (back up coverage) and 24 hour on-call coverage
Careful screening and development of Individualized Care Plans.

When Hiring Private Caregivers:

ALL OF THE ABOVE IS THE FAMILY’S RESPONSIBILITY

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