<?xml version="1.0"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><language>en-us</language><pubDate>8/28/2008 5:53:20 PM</pubDate><lastBuildDate>8/28/2008 5:53:20 PM</lastBuildDate><ttl>5</ttl><title>Caregiverlist</title><link>http://www.caregiverlist.com</link><item><title>Senior Home Care Agency - Is there a Client Assessment completed prior to the start of service and if so, what does it involve?  </title><description>

Most providers will typically send a representative out to a
client’s home to conduct an initial assessment.&amp;nbsp; This usually involves
getting some feedback on the client’s condition and what their needs may
be.&amp;nbsp; Based on this feedback, a Pl...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=51</link><pubDate>7/28/2008 3:50:14 PM</pubDate></item><item><title>Senior Home Care Agency - What does live-in care mean? Do Caregivers move-in with the client?</title><description>

Live-in
care refers to care provided by a Caregiver who spends the night with the
client, but is able to sleep during the night.&amp;nbsp; Although the
Caregiver’s&amp;nbsp; sleep may need to be interrupted at night,&amp;nbsp; to assist
with a possible bathro...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=50</link><pubDate>7/28/2008 3:48:56 PM</pubDate></item><item><title>Senior Home Care Agency - I am finishing a master’s degree in Social Work and would like to be a Caregiver to gain experience in this area.  Would you still hire me, knowing that I will be seeking a permanent position in Social Work when I complete my master’s degree?</title><description>

&amp;nbsp;Yes, we are always looking for part-time Caregivers
as often we have clients who need to change their schedules to accommodate
doctor’s visits or other changing care needs.&amp;nbsp; We also need Caregivers to
work as replacement staff when our r...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=49</link><pubDate>7/28/2008 3:47:55 PM</pubDate></item><item><title>Senior Home Care Agency - What should I look for when selecting a Senior Home Care Agency to help a loved one?</title><description>

There are several things to be aware of when going through the
selection process of a Senior Home Care Agency for a friend or family
member.&amp;nbsp; Here are three items worth considering:

First, You should get an idea of the Agency’s hiring and sc...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=48</link><pubDate>7/28/2008 3:46:57 PM</pubDate></item><item><title>Senior Home Care Agency - I have never been officially paid to be a caregiver but have cared for many friends and family members.  Do Senior Home Care Agencies hire caregivers who have not been formally trained?</title><description>
Yes, we are always looking for trustworthy individuals who have
an understanding of the challenges presented in daily living for those suffering
from medical conditions caused by aging or other diseases.&amp;nbsp; We provide
care for seniors who just nee...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=47</link><pubDate>7/28/2008 3:45:50 PM</pubDate></item><item><title>Reverse Mortgage - I am 75, My house was free at age 65;  appraised at $900,000 three years ago and I took out a first mortgage for $69,000 and a Home Equity for $50,000.  Spouse passed away six months ago and my income is only $2,000 monthly and payments are close to $1,000. I'm considering reverse mortgage, but everything I read states rm is best for long term and I plan to sell within 3 three years.  Please advise.</title><description>Because a
reverse mortgage is&amp;nbsp;an expensive loan to get, it should be used as a
long term solution.&amp;nbsp; As such, the best candidate for a reverse mortgage
should plan on staying in their home for as long as they can foresee
but at least&amp;nbsp;3-5...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=46</link><pubDate>7/28/2008 8:33:15 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Long Term Care - What expenses are not typically covered by Long Term Care Insurance? </title><description>Expenses that are not usually 
covered are specific to each policy type and sometimes by state.&amp;nbsp; 
This is where working with a long term care specialist can be of tremendous 
benefit to you and your family.&amp;nbsp; In order to find out the specific ...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=43</link><pubDate>6/19/2008 6:37:45 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Reverse Mortgage - Does my current income determine my ability to secure a Reverse Mortgage?</title><description>No - income is not a
consideration for qualifying for a reverse mortgage.&amp;nbsp; This is one of
the ways a reverse mortgage is different from other loans.&amp;nbsp; Since no
payments are required, it doesn't matter how much (or little) income
you receive e...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=41</link><pubDate>6/9/2008 8:00:35 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Assisted Living - Lisa, could you explain the difference between Assisted Living and Independent Living? I am looking for an Assisted Living Community but found one that seems to do all of that even though that is not what they call themselves.</title><description>Assisted living is licensed by the state they are in and are subject to
the rules and codes the state requires. They are subject to visits
from the state and they are reviewed annually and fined if they don't
follow the rules.

Many independent Livin...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=29</link><pubDate>6/3/2008 5:37:17 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Long Term Care - What are the advantages of the new hybrid life/LTC products?</title><description>Traditional long term care insurance policies provide a certain
amount of selected coverage for policyholders. Policies are designed to cover
care expenses for a few months, or much longer, even providing benefits for the
insured's lifetime. For exampl...</description><link>http://caregiverlist.com/ShowAnswer.aspx?QuestionId=39</link><pubDate>5/19/2008 12:14:12 PM</pubDate></item></channel></rss>