
Traits that make me a great caregiver include being determined, organized, disciplined and patient while having common-sense at the same time. I pay close attention to the needs of the people who depend on me. I love cooking, shopping for groceries and keeping the home clean. Doing laundry is super satisfying. I was attracted to being a caregiver after coming to realize that not only was there a need for the people in my community such as older friends and neighbors, but that I was simply better at it than most. I enjoy seeing people safer, healthier and happier after I have spent time working on their behalf. One of the things I enjoy most about being a caregiver is the immediate satisfaction that comes with working directly with people. Seeing someone enjoy a home cooked meal I've prepared, having them put on the clean clothes that I've laundered and seeing someone feel refreshed after a proper bath is the best. One personal achievement I am proud of was the care I was able to provide a friend and neighbor who was also a WWII veteran. Given that he was in his 90s and had no children or known living relatives, the years I spent getting to know him and helping make his daily life better was especially rewarding.
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.