Home Care Staff
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
It Was THIRTY Years Ago Today!
While we absolutely love the Beatles… we’re not talking about the day “that Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play”! On February 8, 1994 (YES, the Nineteens!) we started this little company called Hired Hands in Mill Valley! Humble beginnings to say the least… but we made sure to have fun with it! From Day One, our mantra and main premise was clear – Happy Employees create Happy Clients! We knew it to be true… and we knew that by following those simple words, we could make a really positive impact on the people that we get to work with AND the families that we care for.
Today, WE move forward with THIRTY years of laughter, sweat and tears under our belts! Together, in that time, WE have worked so very hard to brave the storms, … Read More »
Ease the Strain of Working and Caregiving With These Tips
Working and caregiving together isn’t easy, but these tips can help you find a healthier life balance.
The far-reaching impacts of the pandemic have touched every aspect of our lives, creating unprecedented challenges for many, especially those juggling the responsibilities of both working and caregiving for senior family members. The stress of managing both roles simultaneously can be overwhelming.
If you find yourself in this situation, consider these tips to better navigate the dual demands of caregiving and professional responsibilities.
Understand Finances
The financial aspect is a crucial component of caregiving that deserves attention. Initiate a conversation, albeit potentially uncomfortable, with the senior in your care to assess their financial situation. Address important questions such as the senior’s financial security, the need for setting aside funds for future care needs, the existence of a long-term care insurance plan, … Read More »
Tatiana Brings the Joy and Happiness!
Please join us in congratulating Tatiana as Hired Hands Homecare’s latest Caregiver of the Month!
We recently lured Tatiana into the office to present the award to her, and she was so surprised! She has been with Hired Hands for a little over a year now and is still working with some of the same ongoing clients since she started with us. It has been an absolute delight to work with Tatiana and watch her blossom into the professional Caregiver she is today! Tatiana is a beam of happiness wherever she goes, and always shows up for work with a big, infectious smile on her face. She is an amazing companion which allows her clients to maintain their dignity and independence while remaining safe and comfortable in their own homes. Every client that Tatiana has cared for has had nothing but … Read More »
How to Be the Best Possible Caregiver
Taking steps to learn how to be the best possible caregiver will improve life in a variety of ways for the person in your care – and yourself.
If someone were providing care for you, how would you want that caregiver/care receiver relationship to look? What qualities would shift that level of care from ordinary to extraordinary? Placing yourself in the shoes of the person in your care is the first step to learning how to be the best possible caregiver – something that will have a lasting impact on both your family member and yourself!
What It’s All About!
The team at Hired Hands Homecare is thrilled to honor Charles as our latest Caregiver of the month!
Charles has been an outstanding caregiver since he started with us back in 2020 and we are so grateful that he is part of the Hired Hands Team in Napa! Every client that Charles has cared for has nothing but positive feelings towards Charles and the care he provides comes straight from the heart!
Charles enjoys helping others and whenever we share positive feedback from his clients regarding the care he provides, he always says “This is why I do this. To be able to touch people’s lives and make a difference is what it is all about.”
Charles always creates professional and positive connections with his clients. Recently, Charles helped a client come out of a state of depression and has really helped to … Read More »
Katarina is So Sweet!
Please join us in congratulating Katarina as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
We have had the distinct pleasure of working with Katarina for over three and a half years now. In that time, not only has she been amazing with a number of our Clients, but she has also enjoyed working here so much that she has referred multiple family to join our team! Nice! We consider it a HUGE compliment when our employees are so happy, that they refer us to their own friends and family!
Recently, Katarina was has been working with Pat, one of our long-time clients, and has been doing an outstanding job! Typically, Pat has chosen to keep to her room, and not leave for any reason. Within a week, Katarina was able to change that with her sweet and soft-spoken nature. Katarina is now … Read More »
In Honor and Loving Memory…
Greetings,
Today, we take a brief moment to stop, breathe deep, and celebrate our Erin. It was a year ago today that she tragically passed away.
Over the past year, our family has received so many notes of sympathy and heartfelt condolences. As you might imagine, it is hard to describe in words the hole she left in our lives. They say that time will help heal, and so that is what we hope for. It is still a bit surreal.
A very common thread in all of the kind words about Erin, was that not only did she always light up the room, but that she made everyone feel like they were special and important. That is absolutely one of the biggest things that we are proud of, and will remember most about her. … Read More »
“Free at Last…”
“I have a dream that one day, this nation will rise up and live our the true meaning of its creed: ‘We hold these truths to be self -evident, that all men are created equal.” ~ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
On Martin Luther King day, we honor a leader whose message of remaining resolute in the face of adversity continues to guide us in building a more equal, compassionate world. We must continue to honor his legacy by fighting injustice in all its forms. We are so very honored to have the pleasure to work hand in hand with a very diverse workforce. Acceptance, unity, and inclusion must become more common place in today’s society. Thank you for your role in that effort. Together, we can move mountains.
In celebration of the great Dr. King, our offices will be closed on … Read More »
Leading the Senior Care Experience!
Hired Hands Homecare’s Team Sonoma, proudly sporting their new Leader in Experience t-shirts!
We’re extremely proud to wear this badge of honor from Home Care Pulse, the leading national firm in Quality Assurance and Experience Management for the home care industry. The Leader in Experience Award is the highest recognition awarded by Home Care Pulse and is given to select home care businesses that consistently rank among the very highest quality metrics.
This accomplishment demonstrates our long-term dedication to excellent care and quality improvement. Over a 12-month period, Hired Hands received the highest client and caregiver satisfaction ratings in areas such as caregiver training, compassion of caregivers, communication, scheduling, client/caregiver compatibility, and more.
“Quality Assurance has been a daily focus since our family started our company TWENTY-EIGHT years ago,” says Mark Winter, President. “Our entire management team strives to deliver the highest levels … Read More »
Its that Most Magical Time of Year…!
Happy Holidays
from the Hired Hands Homecare family!
