Trusted & reliable Carers
A good carer will respect the wishes, decisions and needs of those they are caring for. This is important in any relationship but particularly when a patient’s health is at risk. This includes not attempting to control or manipulate them. It also means being honest and open with the person about how they are feeling and providing them with reassurances.
Having an upbeat and positive attitude is another key trait of a good carer. This is especially important when they are meeting with someone who may feel vulnerable or alone, and it’s also a great way to build a trusting relationship.
Caregivers should be reliable and arrive at their appointments on time – this is a simple yet effective way to build a trustworthy connection with the people they are working with. Caregivers should be respectful too, never patronising those they are caring for – they are still an individual who once stood on their own two feet and could make their own choices.
While many paid caregivers are dedicated and empathetic workers who enrich the lives of their elderly clients, family members must be selective about who they hire as a home aide. Elder physical abuse and financial exploitation are very real dangers, and older people are often at greater risk of these problems than the general population. To help you find a safe and trusted caregiver, we suggest working with a care agency that has a local presence in your community and runs thorough background checks on all of their employees. Trusted & reliable Carers