what every caregiver should know

December 20, 2013

Presented by:Tom Knox

What Every Senior Caregiver Should

Know

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Decide if Senior Care is Right for You

Are you OK with dealing with an older person?• Memory issues• Physical limitations

Are you OK dealing with family dynamics?• Family may have strong opinions

Emotional attachment• Experience of losing the person you have been

caring for

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How Can I Best Present Myself When Meeting with a Family?

Remember: This is a very important job for the family They are letting you into their home They are trusting you with a loved on

Dress Professionally• Nice set of scrubs; Presentable Clothing• Avoid jeans and T-shirts

Be well-groomed• Remember that, at times, you may be taking the senior

places Keep in mind that piercings and more esoteric fashions could

be strange to seniors Take notes and ask questions

You are checking them out as much as they are checking you out

What You Should Know

Flexibility is Key• Caring for a senior necessitates that you

remain alert and adaptable• Different cases could require different levels

of service Training is Available

• Licensing – a variety of schools• Certification – Online courses

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A Great Example of a FREE Course!

Great, Relevant Course

Offerings to Continue your education

What You Should Know

Clear Communication is Essential• Honest, consistent updates to family• Manage expectations

Pay is Important• Make sure you know what you are making

after taxes• Be respectful and reasonable when discussing

pay

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What You Should Know

Burnout• People naturally experience some level of

burnout• Create a backup team who can help when you

need to rest Learn How to Stay Busy and Keep Laughing

• Find activities with the senior that keep both of you positive

• Laughing helps you physically and mentally

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What You Should Know

Death is a Natural Part of Life• You will see people with whom you develop

strong bonds, pass away• It is a very important part of this job

Senior Caregiving can be Highly Rewarding Career!• Great sense of fulfillment• Your work does not go unnoticed• You will be a hero to someone

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“ My beloved grandmother was neglected in a facility. It inspired me to start an agency that successfully hired and cared for thousands of seniors at home. I have realized that there are great caregivers who want to build their careers at a livable wage. Our goal is to provide you great career options with the best families in America.”

- Tom Knox, Founder

Our Story … Your Story

Held by my great grandmother … 5 Generations of my family.

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