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I. How We Work in Washington. Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services. APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
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I’d ask for references for sure, but those can be fudged. You don’t get a real truthful idea of someone when they handpick the references they pass out to prospective employers. There are many “people search” websites on the internet and I’d spend the money to run the person’s name through one. Search the whole nine yards, every search they offer including criminal records. Call your local police department’s non-emergency number and see how you’d initiate a Bureau of Criminal Investigation report. You might even ask about fingerprinting. I was just a (grand)parent helper in my grandson’s preschool and I had to be fingerprinted and pay for a BCI report.
Trust your gut when you screen people. Make sure you have a Caregiver’s Agreement on board, ideally looked over by an attorney.
Uptohere, one thing to note when hiring an Independent Contractor, the patient [or POA] will need to purchase Workman's Comp insurance, just in case the caregiver gets hurt on the job, which can happen if there is any lifting of the patient involved.
When vetting a caregiver, also make sure they can give you proof that they had a TB test done within one calendar year, and that they had a flu shot during the past flu season. I had gone through an Agency to get a caregiver for my Dad and those things were also required of their caregivers.
One thing also equally important, the patient needs to be able to bond with the caregiver. The caregivers I had for my Dad [through an Agency] had similar backgrounds and the same sense of humor.... thus Dad was so happy with the caregivers he had :))
I stopped in a local house of worship and asked if they knew of anyone who would serve as companion for my Mom. (This was the early stages of dementia and I was only looking for a few hours a day. ) They gave me the name of someone who turned out to be TERRIFIC. Honestly, I didn't even do a background check. What I did do, was remove EVERY financial document and item of value (sentimental or financial) from Mom's apartment. I interviewed and then spent an entire time slot with them both. I showed the companion what I wanted her to do, lunch, a load of laundry, the complex and walking opportunities, etc. She worked out great.
When i got a cna for my Mother . I didnt just want to go to an agency . I called our local Temple and asked if any of the members could recommend someone. I got 3 names . Two came in to interview. One had a folder of her resume, certificates and other recommendations and any local agencies she worked for . She interacted with my Mother well and was answering questions w/o problem .. The other came in with earbuds hanging from her ears. ( not a great sign ..I dont want my moms aid listening to anything but her ..she siad it was just in the car) but she barely interacted with my Mom .. I decided to do a credit/ background check and hired her. She was later instrumental at getting another nurses aide, who is great too. But yes use your gut too and dont hesitate to check them out
If you plan to pay over $600, your CPA needs to be involved as well so you can pay your part of employer taxes! I'd go with an agency just to avoid making my taxes more complex and to be able to have a ready backup in case the caregiver gets sick or does not work out.
I decided to go it alone and hire an independent caregiver. These are things I'm looking for:
Background check - local, state and federal Drug Screening Professional Liability Insurance Driving Record References Job Application CPR/First Aid training
I'm using a company that does all of this for me! They also find the caregiver and help with the interviewing process. Payroll and taxes is all taken care of too! I searched and searched and this seems to be the best way to go. The fee is WAY cheaper than any agency out there AND I get to choose the help! I'm so excited because I feel like Mom is going to get the best care. The company is called Lamplight Care Solutions and so far, they have been so extremely helpful. Best of luck to you!
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
A.
I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
B.
APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
C.
APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
D.
If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
E.
This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
F.
You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
Trust your gut when you screen people. Make sure you have a Caregiver’s Agreement on board, ideally looked over by an attorney.
When vetting a caregiver, also make sure they can give you proof that they had a TB test done within one calendar year, and that they had a flu shot during the past flu season. I had gone through an Agency to get a caregiver for my Dad and those things were also required of their caregivers.
One thing also equally important, the patient needs to be able to bond with the caregiver. The caregivers I had for my Dad [through an Agency] had similar backgrounds and the same sense of humor.... thus Dad was so happy with the caregivers he had :))
What I did do, was remove EVERY financial document and item of value (sentimental or financial) from Mom's apartment. I interviewed and then spent an entire time slot with them both. I showed the companion what I wanted her to do, lunch, a load of laundry, the complex and walking opportunities, etc. She worked out great.
Do a full background check on the potential employee.
Complete a contract.
Background check - local, state and federal
Drug Screening
Professional Liability Insurance
Driving Record
References
Job Application
CPR/First Aid training
I'm using a company that does all of this for me! They also find the caregiver and help with the interviewing process. Payroll and taxes is all taken care of too! I searched and searched and this seems to be the best way to go. The fee is WAY cheaper than any agency out there AND I get to choose the help! I'm so excited because I feel like Mom is going to get the best care. The company is called Lamplight Care Solutions and so far, they have been so extremely helpful. Best of luck to you!