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EP #1313: Choosing the Right Caregiver for Your Older Loved One with Gerentologist Jenny Munro.
Category: Health
Duration: 00:22:53
Publish Date: 2024-03-08 10:00:02
Description: Summary:

In this episode, Lisa Davis discusses the importance of choosing the right caregiver for seniors who choose to stay at home. She interviews Jenny Munro, a gerontologist and response team manager for Home Instead, a home care provider. They discuss the different types of care provided by Home Instead and offer tips for choosing a caregiver. They also emphasize the importance of respite care for family caregivers. The episode concludes with information about Home Instead and its website.
Takeaways
  • Choosing the right caregiver is crucial for seniors who choose to stay at home.
  • Home Instead is a home care provider that offers non-medical care to seniors.
  • There are different types of caregivers, including agency employees, independent contractors, and independent caregivers.
  • Respite care is important for family caregivers to take care of themselves.
  • Caregivers should be trained in dementia and Alzheimer's care.
  • Home Instead has franchises in the US and other countries.

Chapters00:00Introduction and Personal Experience
00:57Introduction of Guest Speaker
03:21Introduction to Home Instead
04:04Types of Care Provided by Home Instead
05:41Tips for Choosing a Caregiver
09:05The Importance of Respite Care
11:09Caring for a Loved One
13:23Training for Caregivers
14:10Minimum Shifts and Weekly Care
19:32Options for Caregiving
20:41Importance of Respite Care (Continued)
21:05Conclusion and Website
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