Employers ‘In-Home Care’ Service-Checklist

When you’ve decided to seek in-home care for yourself or a loved one, you most likely have a picture in your mind of how you want things to work out.

 While it’s important to have a list of priorities and expectations, it’s even more helpful when you can clearly communicate these to a potential caregiver.

 Aligning your wish list with a caregiver’s services can help ensure a successful transition to in-home care, and can reduce stress for everyone involved. Use the checklist below from FineSkilz Canada to create a list of caregiver requirements that pertain to your requirements.

Services Needed

This is most likely the most important group of questions to consider, as it directly affects the daily or weekly care you or your loved one will be receiving. Consider the level of assistance that is needed, specifically reviewing the following:

Personal Care Services

• Bathing, Grooming, Hygiene
• Mobility Assistance (Walking, Transferring, and Positioning)
• Toileting and Incontinence Care
• Feeding and Special Diet Preparation
• Medication Reminders

Companionship and Housekeeping Services

• Meal Preparation
• Laundry
• Light Housekeeping
• Companionship and Conversation
• Grocery Shopping/Errands
• Incidental Transportation
• Grooming Guidance

Specialized Care

Your loved one may have additional special needs that should be considered when hiring a caregiver, especially if the needs require medical support. FineSkilz Canada’s portfolio of trained and experienced caregivers offers special care for common conditions associated with aging, so it is important to discuss client-specific needs during your initial consultation .

• Alzheimer's and Dementia
• Physical or Mental Disabilities
• Neuromuscular Injuries such as stroke
• Post-Surgery and Rehab support
• Fall, Injury, or Wander Risks
• Hospice Care
• General medical support from a private nurse

Frequency of Help Needed

Now is also the time to consider the amount of help you or your loved one needs assistance. This can range from a few hours at a time, to around-the-clock care. You may want to consider easing into the new arrangement as well, so be sure to ask about the policy on changing the amount of support you will receive, and how that could possibly scale over time. Ask yourself, do you need help:

• Mornings Only
• Evenings Only
• Overnight Only
• 24 hours a day
• 1-2 days a week
• 3-4 days a week
• 5 days a week
• 7 days a week
• Live-in Care

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