Monterey Companion & Respite
Companion
The world of private companion care can be intimidating to figure out. It may seem more beneficial to pay a caregiver directly at a lower rate than through an organization, but by hiring someone you find online or by word of mouth, there are a lot of potential risks you could be faced with. Should you choose to hire a private individual, you and/or your loved one would assume employer responsibilities. This would include coordinating each stage of the hiring process- from recruitment to background research, checking qualifications and work history, as well as separation of employment and provision of unemployment pay if required. It will also be necessary for you to establish work schedules and coordinate back-up support should you unexpectedly be left without a caregiver.
By paying a few dollars more per hour, an agency can take on the full responsibility of hiring an employee, and all you worry about is when and where you need the worker.
Maxim Healthcare Services in Monterey has:
- 90+ caregivers/CNAs on staff
- A rigorous hiring/screening process that includes:
- Verification of Health Certificate, TB test, & CPR/First Aid
- 5 Background Checks
- 2 Professional Reference Checks
- Screening/Safety exam
- HIPAA – Privacy protocol exam
- Compliance Training Video & Exam
We strive to find a compatible caregiver for each situation. Our caregivers can arrive at your home and help you at any time, day or night. They can help around the house with cleaning and laundry, preparing meals, driving you or your loved one to and from appointments or running errands as well. In addition, Maxim’s caregivers can assist with personal hygiene tasks such as showering, bathroom assistance, nail and hair care, oral hygiene and getting dressed.
Respite
Being a caregiver is a responsibility that can be rewarding, but can also consume a great deal of physical, mental, and emotional energy. At times, taking a break from those responsibilities may seem impossible. Your loved one or family member needs your constant care and support, which may leave little time for you to take care of yourself or other family members. Maxim Healthcare Services can help.
Maxim’s Respite Care Services enable individuals to comfortably remain in their own environments, while providing caregivers with a much needed interval of rest or relief. A period of respite may be a few hours to a few days in length. These short-term breaks can help to relieve stress, restore energy, and promote balance in your life. It also enables you to share the responsibility for caregiving while getting the needed support for yourself and loved ones.
Our Respite Care Services include, but are not limited to:
- Assistance with activities of daily living
- Performing personal care (bathing, grooming, etc)
- Dressing
- Meal preparation
- Performing light housekeeping
- Laundry
- Providing companionship
- Entertaining
- Oral hygiene and skin care
- Incontinence care
- Assistance with ambulation
- Providing transfer assistance
- Obtaining pulse, temperature, and respiration
Maxim’s Respite Care Services provide family caregivers with an opportunity to take a break from their caregiver responsibilities, leaving their family member or loved one in the hands of a trusted Maxim respite staff member. Our respite team is comprised of caregivers that have experience in a variety of settings, including hospitals, retirement homes, and one-on-one homecare cases.
When you contact Maxim, a representative will answer your questions and address any concerns you may have. We will compare your preferences to our caregiver's qualifications, ensuring a compatible match. All caregivers undergo thorough interviewing, testing, and screening prior to employment. Furthermore, caregivers are regularly supervised and evaluated by clinical management to ensure that Maxim’s high service standards are met. Maxim’s clients have peace of mind knowing that they are working with an industry expert dedicated to their satisfaction.
Simply call Maxim Healthcare Services at (831) 641-9693, or e-mailMontereyrespite@maxhealth.com, to find out how we can assist you today.
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