Home Care
Agency Options
Sometimes an individual’s ability and wish to remain in their own home,
helps them preserve self-sufficiency and dignity
may be achieved with services that are basic
but can make a big difference to the older adult.
The following is just a small section of the
information in this publication.
Making a Decision Between an Agency Caregiver
and Hiring Your Own Caregiver
Home Health Agency
Pros
The care provider from an agency develops a comprehensive care plan and coordinates the plan with the individual’s physician.
The agency manages administrative details, which include payroll, government forms, expense tracking and providing a list of duties, etc.
Relieves the hiring party from handling administrative details.
Cons
Based on the assessment of the individual, the agency will screen and assign the caregivers that they deem appropriate.
Less control over caregiver.
If you or a member of the family are contemplating Home Care this publication could be of some help in your decision making, so check it out >>
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