Are you considering a live-in caregiver? Would you feel safer if you had someone available to respond to your needs, no matter what time of the day or night?
Q. Is a Live-In caregiver expensive?
A. Live-in care is more affordable than a nursing home or assisted living facility.In many cases, long term care insurance covers home care services. We can discuss various care options with you so that you can decide what type of care would be best for you.
Q. What services can a live-in caregiver provide?
A. Services are personalized to meet your needs and to ensure the peace of mind that comes from knowing that someone is there when you need them.
Services may include:
1. Personal Care Assistance
2. Assistance with Transfers/Walking
3. Housekeeping/Laundry/Household Tasks
4. Meal Preparation
5. Errands and Transportation
6. Companionship
7. Medication Reminders
Q. How will I adjust to a stranger being in my home?
A. Most people adjust quickly and the key is matching you with the right caregiver. If for any reason the match does not work out, we want to know so that we can find the right caregiver for you. All of our caregivers are carefully screened, insured and bonded for your protection. They work for us directly and we handle everything.
Q. Do I need to provide anything to the caregiver?
A. You need to provide the caregiver with sleeping quarters and daily meals.
Q.What if I need help during the night?
A. Your live-in caregiver is available to assist you should you need help.
Q. Do I sign a contract?
A. Yes, but you may cancel the contract at anytime if necessary pursuant to its terms and conditions. The contract is signed to specify the amount of services and the types of services that you will receive from CareTrak Home Care and the terms and conditions of the agency and client relationship.
Q. What if my situation changes and I need less help?
A. CareTrak Home Care is flexible and will work with you to adjust services so that they truly meet your needs and preferences.
Call us at CareTrak so that we can arrange to meet you personally and help you determine what services will best meet your needs.