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Caregiving Tip of the Week

The mission of home care agencies is to provide caring, safe, attentive, and appropriate services to the client. The primary focus is always on the client. With that said, it is equally important that the caregivers themselves are treated respectfully, have time to care for themselves, and are given a sense of trust so that they feel fully comfortable to do their job successfully.

If you are a family member of a loved one being cared for, take some time to reflect on how you interact with the caregiver. Are you approachable? Do you always show respect? Are you grateful towards her/him? 

Everyone wants their loved ones taken care of as best as possible. The best way to do so is to ensure the caregiver is fully prepared and treated respectfully and kindly.

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