The time has flown by and now you are caring for your mom and or dad. Your siblings are out of state and you are left feeling all alone and 100% responsible for their well-being.
So you step up to the plate and put on the many hats and juggle all of the balls thrown your way with a smile.
However, trying to keep everyone happy has left you feeling overwhelmed and stressed. You may also feel guilt based on your inner thoughts of placing your mom and or dad in a facility. It’s not what your heart desires; however, you have begun neglecting your spouse, children, home, and personal needs, and a change must be made.
Please don’t feel bad, you are not alone. There are millions of family members in the same situation, known as the “Sandwich Generation”. The Sandwich Generation is people typically in their thirties or forties, responsible for bringing up their own children and for the care of their aging parents.
Most seniors prefer the idea of aging gracefully in place at home versus being uprooted and placed in a facility away from their “norm”. Private duty non-medical home care agencies have helped many families by offering care in the home.
There are a few things you should verify prior to hiring a home care provider in the Johnson/Wyandotte areas for your parent:
- Verify if the agency is licensed by the KANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT (KDHEKS.GOV)
- Verify the agency is insured properly i.e. General liability, workers comp, and bond coverage
- Ask if caregivers are employees vs. independent contractors (you take on all liability if they are independently contracted, caregivers.
- Ask how they screen their employees prior to hiring and ongoing training.
A FRIEND IN NEED HOME CARE, located in Olathe, KS, takes pride in providing exceptional caregivers who care and are highly trained. A FRIEND IN NEED HOME CARE is operated by care professionals who understand the needs of seniors and their loved ones.
Visit www.afriendinneedhomecare.com for information on Personal Care, Companionship, Non-Medical Senior Transportation, Errands, Medication Reminders and so much more.
Ask for a free in-home assessment by calling 913-289-8849.