How to Choose a Caregiver for an Elderly Loved One
When you decide to get help, what should you look for when choosing a caregiver? This article walks you through the process.
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Start by assessing both your needs as a caregiver and the needs of the person you are caring for.
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Hiring a Caregiver – Step 5: Evaluate Candidates
When your recruiting efforts net a pool of interested applicants, how do you choose which one to hire?
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Hiring a Caregiver – Step 4: Locate Candidates
Where can you find candidates for your caregiver job? This article lays out a few options.
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Hiring a Caregiver – Step 3: Develop a Job Contract
The job contract formalizes the agreement between you, the employer, and the person you hire.
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