What Caregiver Supplies Does Your Home Care Agency NOT Provide? A Family's Guide to Preparing for In-Home Care
Before your loved one's first day of home care, make sure their home is prepared with the everyday essentials they'll need. You've finally made the decision to hire professional help for your aging parent, spouse, or loved one. You've researched home care agencies, discussed services, reviewed the cost of care, and selected a caregiver. Perhaps you've even completed the admission paperwork and scheduled the first visit. But have you considered what supplies the caregiver will need when they arrive? Many families assume that when they hire a home care agency or home health care provider, everything needed to care for their loved one will be included. That's not always the case. While professional caregivers may arrive with certain work-related supplies and equipment, many of the everyday items used during personal care are typically provided by the client or family. Understanding the difference can help prevent unnecessary expenses, confusion, and interruptions...
