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From The Miami Herald — “The Need for In-Home Care Rises as Baby Boomers Age”
“We have agencies telling us, ‘We need this kind of worker, we need that kind,’” says Julie Northcutt, Caregiverlist.com founder and CEO. “Even in this economy, we’ve had a huge demand. Agencies are growing as fast as they can.”Read the full article
Finding and training workers for these jobs will become increasingly important as the baby boomer generation, 78 million strong, ages. Studies have found that at-home care is more effective — and less expensive — than similar care in a nursing home or hospital.
From U.S. News & World Report — “How to Become a Savvy Nursing-Home Shopper”
Many so-called “private-pay” facilities do not accept Medicaid patients, but are included in the Caregiverlist ratings. “The staffing ratio is a real, real issue in the industry,” Northcutt advises, “and it’s going to affect the quality of care for your loved one.”Read the full article
Caregiverlist identifies homes where access may be restricted — for veterans, people with certain acute needs, or patients of a specific hospital — and may include retirement communities with nursing facilities where access to nursing services may be limited to community residents.
National Senior Citizens Day is a special opportunity to recognize the contributions and life experiences of older adults. It encourages us to reflect on how we can better support dignity, independence, and well-being in aging.
While the day highlights celebration, it also reinforces an ongoing commitment: ensuring older adults feel valued and supported every day.
Healthy aging means supporting an older adult’s physical health, emotional well-being, independence, and social connections. Aging looks different for everyone. Small daily choices can help older adults stay active and engaged.
Caregivers can support healthy aging by helping older adults:
Social connection plays an important role in healthy aging. A simple conversation can brighten someone’s day. Caregivers can encourage social activities that match the older adult’s interests and abilities. Quality time does not need to involve a major activity. It can be as simple as sharing a meal or looking through family photos. Taking a short walk together can create meaningful moments.
Let's turn healthy aging into a quick caregiver challenge! Think about the past week or month and check every activity you completed with a senior in your care.
At Caregiverlist®, we believe quality caregiving helps older adults live with dignity and confidence. Every day gives caregivers an opportunity to support healthier aging through compassionate and informed care.
This National Senior Citizens Day, let’s celebrate the people who have shaped our families and communities while supporting them through every stage of aging.
What is National Senior Citizens Day?
National Senior Citizens Day is observed on August 21. It recognizes the contributions and experiences of older adults.
How can caregivers support healthy aging?
Caregivers can encourage physical activity, healthy nutrition, social connection, safe routines, and regular health care.
What is one simple way to promote healthy aging?
Start with connection. Spend time with the older adult and encourage activities that bring meaning and enjoyment to their day.
A bright fountain lit up at night is a delight for young and old. Our quote reminds us to remain optimistic, that there is light beyond darkness, and that we do today can lead to a brighter tomorrow. This week’s stress relief photo was taken at Navy Pier on a summer evening in Chicago, Illinois. Caregiverlist invites you to enjoy the photo and share it with loved ones. At Caregiverlist we know the realities of caregiver stress. Now more than ever we thank you caregivers and certified nursing aides for your hard work and for caring for our seniors. We hope you have a great week ahead.
"Light tomorrow with today."
-Elizabeth Barrett Browning
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Lisa Sneddon, founder of Senior Living Experts, provides advice on finding assisted living options.
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May 2014 • Shanice Kelly • Background Checks, Caregiver Jobs & Caregiver Training
Senior caregivers assist seniors as companion caregivers and nursing aides in nursing homes, assisted living communities, and senior home care agencies. The pay rate has continued to rise and remains above minimum wage for all professional senior caregivers.
The Caregiverlist® pay survey records pay rates from 34,959 professional senior caregivers. More senior caregivers are needed — anyone with a caring personality may apply to a senior care job in their area on the Caregiverlist® Career Center.
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Senior care companies hire from 3 to 6 professional caregivers each week to keep up with demand. Most American seniors do not plan ahead for senior care, and when a sudden medical condition such as a stroke, heart attack, or early stages of memory loss occurs, they immediately need professional senior caregiving services.
The number of senior home care agencies has increased by 40% since 2008. The Caregiverlist® Career Center assists anyone with a caring personality to learn how to become a senior caregiver and submit a job application reaching multiple hiring companies in their area. As the only resource with an ongoing database of experienced, professional senior caregivers, Caregiverlist® allows companies to efficiently hire the most qualified caregivers in their area.
