Many older adults prefer to stay in their own home to receive the care they require.  Having a relative care for them is not always an option.  Some people have no relatives who live nearby and others have family members who would like to help but work a full-time job and care for their own family.  Even family members who are available to help might not fully understand the needs of the elderly. For these reasons, many older adults choose to work with a professionally trained caregiver.

The importance of maintaining ties with family cannot be overlooked. Family members can work with the caregiver; provide care on weekends, in the evening or at a time that suits their schedule.

How to know which type of caregiver is right for you:

·         If you require assistance in grooming, light housekeeping, running errands, etc. but do not need medical assistance, working with a firm that provides non-medical caregivers is your best option.

·         It is critical to choose a firm that hires employees and does not work with independent contractors.

·         Independent contractors often come with a great deal of risk, including: no liability or worker’s compensation insurance, no supervision, no background checks and no Theft/Insurance Bonding.

Precious Home Companion employs caregivers who have been thoroughly screened, have received intensive training and are regularly supervised. This firm has been providing fully insured and bonded caregivers for nearly two decades.

Why is it so important that caregivers are insured?

·         If a caregiver injures themselves while on the job (and they are not insured- typically this is the case with independent contractors), the client may be liable for astronomical medical bills. Sometimes, these bills can wipe out a family’s entire bank account. It is important to note that most Homeowner’s Insurance policies do not cover this type of injury.

·         Precious Home Companion provides complete liability, workers’ compensation insurance as well as bonding and insurance to protect clients in the unlikely event that theft (of money or property) occurs.

Our professional staff will meet with elderly clients and families (if desired) to assess precisely which type of services are required. Some clients may require live-in care (8-24 hours) per day, while others only need a caregiver several hours per day to help with bathing, cooking, laundry, etc. and to provide companionship. 

Once all parties are in agreement, a personalized care plan is presented to ensure clients receive exactly the type of care they require.   Working with a firm that understands the need for flexibility is crucial.   A client may need round-the-clock care for a while following a hospital stay. As they recover, the need for a caregiver may decrease.   Precious Home Companion provides many different types and levels of care.