Prime Care for Life at Home
TL;DR: Hiring a caregiver directly, outside of an agency, makes your family the caregiver’s legal employer. That means your family is responsible for payroll taxes, unemployment insurance, and accurate wage and hour records, not the caregiver. When those records don’t exist, disputes over unpaid wages or overtime can surface later and become the estate’s problem […]
Continue reading Home Care Agency vs. Hiring a Private Caregiver
Family & Caregiving PrimeCare In-Home Support · 7 min read You’ve noticed it — the unopened mail, the emptier fridge, the fall your mom brushed off as “nothing.” You bring up getting help, and the answer is a flat no. Quick Takeaways You’ve noticed it. Maybe it’s the stack of unopened mail, the fridge that’s […]
Continue reading Your Loved One Needs Help, But They Refuse Care: What Can You Do?
Caring for an aging parent or loved one is one of the most meaningful things a person can do — and one of the most exhausting. Between managing appointments, handling daily routines, and simply being “on call” around the clock, family caregivers often put their own needs last. Over time, that can lead to burnout, […]
Continue reading What Is Respite Care and How Can It Help Family Caregivers?
Many families don’t recognize the need for in-home care until a crisis happens. Learn the subtle signs your aging parent may need support, from changes in daily routines and home safety concerns to caregiver burnout. Discover how non-medical in-home care can help seniors maintain independence while giving families peace of mind.
Continue reading Signs Your Aging Parent May Need In-Home Care
