I became a home care provider after my mother suffered a heart attack in January 2014. My mother receives my help from the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program a federal, state, and locally funded program designed to provide assistance to eligible individuals who, without this care, would be unable to remain safely in their own homes. Caring for others is second nature to me: even animals hold a special place in my heart. I have helped care for 5 younger siblings after my father passed away when I was only 15. I said, “All my life, I've been looking out for other people’s well-being. I am married and have no children of my own, but I take care of my nieces and nephews. At a certain age, people can no longer do things on their own; they need love and attention. I am grateful for being able to take care of my mother who is also diabetic. I’m so lucky that I keep her happy in a place I prefers the most, home. This experience has inspired me to make caregiving my vocation.”
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
CareLinx home care services include housekeeping, transportation, meal preparation, shopping, medication reminders, mobility assistance, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, exercise, companionship and more. Compared to traditional agencies, our caregiver services include four distinct advantages.
1. Preferred, high-quality care: CareLinx customers prefer our care over competitors’ by a factor of 10 to 1. You get to choose and interview the caregiver, resulting in a better match and higher quality care.
2. Uniquely affordable: as an online caregiver network with low overhead and zero markups on caregiver pay, our prices are up to 50 percent less than traditional senior care agencies.
3. Care advocates: our direct-hire model gives caregivers higher wages and flexible schedules, and consumers low prices. Everyone gets a better quality of life.
4. Peace of mind: in-home caregivers are background checked and technology-enabled to give you visibility and transparency in the home. Our app provides GPS clock-ins clock-outs, real-time secure messaging, and personalized digital care plan.