I recently met with my women's networking group called SeniorRULE. We are Resources Unlimited and Liaisons for Elders. One of the members owns a homecare agency, and she has been in business for about 6.5 years now. Kathy Devlin, founder of "All About Home Care" originally started by providing companion care, which did not include CNA or skilled nursing. She could provide companions to do the cooking and cleaning, grocery shopping, driving, and to simply be there for someone who did not have anyone else. She recently went through the administrative requirements so she could also provide CNAs (Certified Nursing Assistant) in the home, but she continues to staff companions.
Kathy felt it was important to remind us that various services can be provided by a companion, and other services are required to be performed by a CNA. Companions can be much less expensive for the patient, and perhaps one should be considered if you or your loved one needs more attention than you are able to provide. It is typical when people begin using a homecare agency to hear, "I should have done this ages ago!"
If you or your loved one is in need of extra help, and you are not sure where to turn, call us at the Law Offices of Jeremy Howe and we can discuss what services may be available in our area and try to make sure your affairs are in order to make your life and those of your loved ones easier.
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