[Billyg]

Did the search, not much.
Need home care assistance for husband with Parkinson's Disease
and me, Caregiver's Disease with burnout.
Not necessarily nursing care, but help lifting, dressing, meal prep, exercising and fall prevention (hubs);
cleaning up after him, errands, honey do list, a nice meal once in while and just a general break sometimes (me).
What are the good agencies?
Thanks!

[Trish Miller]

I have a girlfriend, age 43 who does this kind of work.
If interested, PM me with your number

Thanks!!

[gatherer47]

send me a pm-male,

[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.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by Billyg

Did the search, not much.
Need home care assistance for husband with Parkinson's Disease
and me, Caregiver's Disease with burnout.
Not necessarily nursing care, but help lifting, dressing, meal prep, exercising and fall prevention (hubs); cleaning up after him, errands, honey do list, a nice meal once in while and just a general break sometimes (me).
What are the good agencies. Thanks!

I miss seeing you, and I'm looking forward to seeing you in the Fall. I can't help with the assistance for your hubby, but I have a big hug waiting for you and lots of time to hang out. I'll send you the name of an excellent cleaning service.

[Billyg]

That feels like a big hug. Thanks!

[Barefoot]

There is a company advertising in the POA Bullein this month called Care Minders. They are licensed and bonded. You can find their information in the link provided in Warrens thread about the POA. I haven't used them but perhaps someone else can give them a recommendation.

Hope this helps ... See you in the Fall!

[TunaFish]

I just called Senior Home Companions because I need help with my mother. I will let you know in a few days how it is going. There also is Interim HealthCare and Grannie Nannies. Maybe someone on TOTV will give there recommendation.

[TraceyMooreRN]

Anyone know the going rate for care providers in the home. I have a loved one coming in the end of September I need to have 24 care for him for the first 3 weeks and then part-time after that---

[TunaFish]

Call Senior Home Companions, 352-874-7870. They have reasonable rates. It depends on the type of care you need and the hours you need them.

[Bizdoc]

Some of the assisted living facilities and congregate care facilities have respite care beds. And they won't criticize if you tell them the reason you need it is that you are going bat ****. Anyone who has cared for a chronically ill loved one has the same feeling of burnout.

See also Elder Options for our Area Agency on Aging. They can help with information, referrals, etc. Good people to get to know.

[cbrumm]

I work for a home care agency and we have worked with home instead quite a bit. They do amazing things for not only their patients but also for the community.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by The Other Daughter

Please check out my website. I am also a TOTV sponsor. The Other Daughter 425 299 6020

What a great name you picked for your business!

[Deter1]

St Timothy's Catholic Church has a Respite Program for Caregivers. They can provide 3 hours of respite care per week for your loved one which allows you time to do your thing: shop, hair, nails, massage. Please call them so you get some 'down' time! DayBreak is another program which just moved to O'Dell Rec Center. Unfortunately there is a waiting list, but it is free and will free you for several hours a week.
Lastly, I know a qualified companion, she does charge - but is reasonable. Send me a pm and I will gladly share information - from 1 caregiver to another!

[Maryj18]

I am interested in your ad for a home health aide and l am a retired RN looking to work 16-20 hours a week in home health care - please pm me if interested