Caregivers

Welcoming a new caregiver into the home is a much smoother process with these tips.

The big day is here—your dad’s first day with his new caregiver! If your family is feeling a mix of relief, uncertainty, and even a little anxiety, you’re not alone. Welcoming a new caregiver into the home is a big adjustment, not just for the person receiving care, but for the entire family. The good news is that with some preparation, you can help set the stage for a positive, comfortable transition.

Please join Hired Hands Homecare in congratulating Ana as our next Caregiver of the Month!

We have only been working with Ana for about six months now, but it has been an absolute pleasure right from the start!   We recently had the pleasure of surprising Ana on shift while working with our client Diane, who was really pleased to join in on congratulating her.  Diane stated “Ana deserves every bit of recognition. She is the greatest!”.   All the Clients that she has worked with would certainly agree… Ana is really dependable and always willing to help with a big, warm smile on her face!  She is an amazing caregiver and always approaches situations in a proactive and positive manner, which we very much appreciate!

Ana, what do you have to say for yourself?  “Danielle, it was good to see you and that … Read More »

If introducing the idea of home care to an older loved one feels uncomfortable, try these tips and conversation starters.

If you ever had to have “the talk” with your parents about those awkward pre-teen topics, you might remember how uncomfortable it was. Now, the roles have shifted, and it’s your turn to bring up an equally difficult subject: discussing concerns about their well-being and introducing the idea of home care.

Please join us in congratulating Mikayla, as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!

Mikayla is a highly skilled Caregiver and is on both of our specialized Dementia and Hospice teams. She has a history of knocking it out of the park everywhere she goes, and is one of our absolute most requested caregivers by our clients.  Mikayla is joyful, attentive, and is always willing to help whenever she can.

Hired Hands Homecare has had the absolute pleasure of working with Mikayla since 2022.  We recently surprised Mikayla on shift with our client, Elspeth.  Mikayla was overjoyed, and Elspeth responded “I am not surprised that Mikayla won the award. She is absolutely wonderful!”.   Both Mikayla and Elspeth are honored with this award 😊, and are looking forward having their wonderful picture on our famous Wall of Fame.

Everyone at Hired Hands is grateful … Read More »

“We need leaders not in love money, but in love with justice.  Not in love publicity, but in love with humanity.”  ~ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

On this important day, we pay respect to a most amazing man, and say thanks for his tireless fight for equality and human rights.

All of us at Hired Hands would like to celebrate our diverse group of care professionals.  It is an absolute honor to work alongside such amazing people from so many cultures, races, & orientation on a daily basis.

With Respect,
~ The Hired Hands Homecare Team

Whatever is Beautiful
and Meaningful,
whatever brings you
Peace and Happiness,
may it be yours
this Holiday Season!

Learn the pros and cons of daily bathing for seniors.

Sinking into a warm, soothing, bubble bath at the end of a stressful day, and stepping into a hot, invigorating shower first thing in the morning are daily pleasures for a great many of us. However, it is possible to have too much of a good thing in regards to bathing habits for older adults. You might want to rethink daily bathing for seniors, for a number of reasons:

On this most important Holiday, we could not be more thankful for our simply amazing team of dedicated, hard working and compassionate people.  Every day, we make such an important impact on the lives of seniors and families in our community.  That would not be possible if not for truly exceptional people.  To our entire team, we send the most heartfelt and sincere appreciation.

Wishing you and yours an absolutely wonderful Thanksgiving!
~HHH

Balancing emotional empathy for caregivers can lead to healthier, more compassionate care for the person you love.

Empathy is, naturally, a crucial characteristic of effective caregiving. The ability to put yourself in another person’s shoes helps you to better meet their needs. However, there is a particular form of empathy you need to understand in order to guard your own health and wellness: emotional empathy for caregivers.

Emotional empathy takes caring to another level. Instead of simply understanding how another person is feeling, emotional empathy includes actually experiencing their feelings. For instance, if you’re someone who is highly emotionally empathetic, sitting beside a person who is crying will bring tears to your own eyes. If they’re in pain, you’ll also experience distress. You’re the type of person who will spring into action when someone has an immediate need.

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If you’re encountering family denial of home care needs for an older loved one, these tips will help everyone come to a place of agreement.

When you begin to notice the red flags that care in the home is required for someone you love, it’s very common for that individual to resist the idea. After all, acknowledging the need for assistance is not easy, especially for somebody who prizes their privacy and independence. Yet what do you do when you encounter family denial of home care needs for an older loved one? When you’ve reached an impasse within your family in regards to the need for senior care, there is one potential culprit to consider: denial.

Why Would a Family Member Deny the Need for Care in the Home?

Denial is a coping mechanism employed to protect against … Read More »