Background Checks and Reference Checking
When hiring an employee to work in your home, conducting background checks and calling references are key parts of the hiring process. Understanding the information that you will get from
Tag: Senior Care
Minimum Wage Increases Coming in July 2022
Governments are recognizing the need to ensure household employees are paid a living wage and slowly phasing in wage increases over a series of years. Effective July 1, 2022, minimum
IRS Increases Mileage Reimbursement Rate for 2022
On June 9th, 2022, the IRS announced that the tax-free mileage reimbursement limit will be increased to 62.5 cents ($0.625) per mile, effective July 1 through December 31, 2022. This
Minimum Wage Increases Coming in January 2022
Governments are recognizing the need to ensure household employees are paid a living wage and slowly phasing in wage increases over a series of years. Effective January 1, 2022, minimum
Total Compensation (Updated for 2024)
As families plan childcare arrangements for summer break, we want to revisit one of our most popular blog posts. When budgeting and crafting a compensation plan to offer your employee,
Hiring a Caregiver for Your Special Needs Loved One
When your loved one has special needs, you may find yourself deciding between a specialized residential/daycare facility and care in your home. Between estimating costs, scheduling, and assessing needs, hiring
How to Prevent Senior Caregiver Burnout
Being a senior caregiver requires a lot of love, compassion, and empathy. Caring for someone aging or ill takes time and emotion. If your caregiver is not making time for
How to Help Seniors Cope with the Coronavirus
The pandemic has impacted everyone at some level and continues to do so. Whether it’s knowing someone who had it or experiencing it yourself, COVID-19 has had far reaching effects.
Mom Needs Assistance at Home: How Hiring a Senior Caregiver Can Help
Mom is struggling to remember to take her medications on time. She is having difficulty cooking and you are noticing a decline in hygiene. Maybe she is a bit wobbly