What are my options if the Home Health Aide and my parent are not compatible?
As in all new relationships there is always an adjustment period. You can ask the agency to help clarify the role of the home health aide with the elder. If problems persist request another home health aide. However, whether you privately hire or use an agency this is perhaps the most difficult part of care. Compatibility, although promised by any reputable agency is difficult to obtain in many cases. The labor market in California and elsewhere points to persistent problems with availability of employees. Gateway Care Management can help to train and mediate between Client – Caregiver – Agencies to obtain the desired results. .
