[Deter1]

Another thought - check the weekly rec news for support groups. I believe there are 2 that support Parkinson patients. I have found that support groups have a wealth of knowledge and can assist the caregiver.

[Eugina]

Senior Staffing Services @ 844-852-7560

[Medtrans]

There is also a group called CarePlanners co-founded by Dr. Nancy Sneiderman of the Today Show. Apparently this developed when she needed help with a parent and she found there wasn't enough help out there fore the care-giver. You can Google CarePlanners and look into it. I get the feeling that they help you find the right agency or assistance but I'm not exactly sure.

[Abster]

Originally Posted by Billyg

I thought it might be best to go through an agency? They've done training, background checks, have insurance etc. Thoughts?
Any feedback is much appreciated.

I have two girls here that I found through word of mouth. They are EXCELLENT and look after my husband who has Advanced Parkinsons and is also recovering from six weeks of radiation therapy. They are great and pretty much do anything we need - including dealing with dog, cat. I'm very comfortable with them, they've been caregivers to others within the community and have excellent references.

[SusanOfWoodbury]

Billyg.

I am a licensed CNA and have worked for several agencies in the area, but, I would highly recommend Senior Home Companions. The owner of this company is Mary Hotopp, she lives in TV and has owned this company for approx. 15 years. All her help has gone through intensive back ground checks, finger printing...
She has CNA and home health workers
Her rates are reasonable compared to other companies and she pays her aides and CNA well...

[Abster]

One of my husband's caregiver's has been a CNA for the last ten years - plus. She's from England and has worked for several care agencies throughout Florida. Qualified CNA/Florida License. She's trustworthy, has references and will not only care for patient - including bathing and dressing but anything requested around the house. Her name is Teresa Toomer 352-408-2698. If she can't answer the phone at the moment, she will return the call ASAP. We are going home so she will be available anytime after June 20th. Teresa has been not only a wonderful caregiver, but great companion for me as well. I HATE leaving her behind but guess I have to share! I have another wonderful caregiver and will gladly share her name and number once I check with her. Good luck. We're lucky we got caregivers with common sense and fun personalities. Many can be VERY boring.

[Ruthtomnorma3]

recently I have aquired support for my husband the pt.and myself the 24/7 caregiver....
NORTH LAKE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. 352-753-8484
Ask to speak to Vickie in the OPERATION HOMBOUND program.
She will go over the meal provisions, buddy program, library,medical equiptment and several other services.

Right now we receive the meals which are welled planned,quality and quantity superior for $5 /person. The service can be for 3-5 days no less.
We will other services next week.
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LOVING CARE...a licensed nurse registry. 352-728- Sumter Marion 352-369-9100
I received this from a social worker who highly recommended them...call for a pamphlet ..very informative
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Also ,if your husband is a veteran,the VA Clinic hwy 42, can help you with home health care for your husband. We have recently applied for this too.
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Please e-mail me for other questions you may have. My prayers are for you and your husband.....

[Eugina]

Senior staffing services @ 844-852-7560