As an Area Owner and Operator of a Home Matters Caregiving franchise, I am committed to ensuring exceptional outcomes for our valued clients and caregivers. My passion for elevating our service quality is matched by my role as a blogger and social media manager for the franchise, where I share insights, updates, and foster community engagement. Prior to senior care, I used my strategic communication and brand development skills as the Marketing Director of a regional bank. My diverse experience supports my commitment to excellence and innovation in both healthcare and digital communication.
Busting Senior-Care Myths: It Costs Too Much to Hire In-Home Care
Despite popular misconception, in home care for senior citizens can be quite an affordable option for caregiving to an elderly individual, and this fact becomes clear when the costs of in home care are analyzed side by side with other forms of care that are often assumed to be less expensive. A home health aide is an affordable option for in home care, which costs half the standard amount required to pay for a private nurse. To put the cost of in home care into better perspective, consider how much money you might be losing as a result of not getting the necessary assistance for your loved one. Many family members who take on the responsibility of caregiving exclusively end up with lost wages due to fatigue, reduced hours, and similar issues. In the grand scheme of things, affordable in home care options like a home health aide are well worth it and reasonably priced.
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Read more: https://www.senioradvisor.com/blog/2017/10/busting-senior-care-myths-it-costs-too-much-to-hire-in-home-care/
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