Caregivers
We Hear You! Here’s the Family Caregiver Support You’re Telling Us You Need.
When caregivers were asked what they really needed, here’s what they had to say about family caregiver support.
It might be hard to imagine feeling invisible when you spend so much time with someone you love, but for many family caregivers, it’s a common theme. They describe their daily role as both rewarding and exhausting—a balancing act where their loved one’s needs come first and their own often fall last. Over time, that imbalance can take a toll.
See you at the Fair!
We’re LIVE!
Join us today from 9 to 3 at the MARIN SENIOR FAIR! Meet tons of Community Partners, and learn about a myriad of services and products focused specifically on our Senior Community. The event is FREE, with lots of food, entertainment and prizes! And there’s also air conditioning! Stop by the Hired Hands Homecare booth to say HI – hope to see you there!
Get the details at https://2025.marinseniorfair.org/
Because of Nancy, we do the Happy Dancey!
Please join us in congratulating Nancy LG, as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
We have actually had the distinct pleasure of working with Nancy since 2016! After a brief time away, she returned to the Hired Hands team and immediately brought her dedication and caring heart with her. Nancy is highly skilled and specializes in providing exceptional care to our clients with dementia, Parkinson’s, and those on Hospice. Nancy’s passion and commitment shine through in everything she does. We know that she will exceed expectations wherever we send her and it’s clear that Nancy truly cares about every client we send her to.
We have received wonderful feedback from multiple client’s family members about Nancy’s attentiveness. Most recently, a client’s son wanted us to know that “Nancy is the best- she is always alert and on top of it. Nancy saved … Read More »
Onnie is a Shining Star!
Please join us in congratulating Abigail “Onnie” T. as our next Caregiver of the Month!
We recently had the joy of surprising Onnie during shift with two of her clients, Faith and Gordon. She was taken back by the recognition, sharing that she had never received such an award before. Faith and Gordon joined in on the celebration describing Onnie as “super-duper” and the “best caregiver”, wishing they could have her more days!
While we have only had the pleasure of working with Onnie since the beginning of the year, she has grown tremendously as a caregiver. Onnie continues to learn and acquire new skills. Her ability to connect deeply with every client she cares for has really impressed us. Onnie is always polite, kind, and compassionate. Recently, while one of her clients was in the hospital, we received glowing feedback from … Read More »
When Is 24-Hour Care for Dementia the Right Choice?
Knowing when to seek 24-hour care for dementia can make a world of difference in safety, health, and peace of mind.
Dementia doesn’t follow a neat timeline. Some days feel manageable. Others feel overwhelming. As the condition progresses, changes in behavior, cognition, and physical health can leave you wondering if the current level of support is enough. Understanding when 24-hour care for dementia becomes necessary can help you make informed decisions that protect not only the safety and health of the person you love, but your own well-being as a caregiver.
Vivian is Vibrant!
Today we’re proud to celebrate Vivian as our next Caregiver of the Month!
Vivian has just recently joined Hired Hands and we are so lucky to have her! She’s a recent graduate and is pursuing a career in nursing. From day one, she came in with such vibrance, enthusiasm and a strong desire to help others. Vivian had no hesitation when I asked her if she would be willing to start with a high skill level client that we had an immediate need for. She jumped right in with both feet and soaked up all of the tips and recommendations the care team offered her. Every day she is going above and beyond and is making great progress and with her often challenging client.
When we went to visit Vivian at her client’s home, she was so surprised to be honored as our Caregiver … Read More »
What to Expect Emotionally When Your Caregiving Role Ends
Knowing what to expect emotionally when your caregiving role ends can help you heal, reflect, and begin to rediscover yourself.
When caregiving becomes your full-time reality, it can be hard to imagine life any other way. So, when that chapter comes to a close, the quiet that follows can feel overwhelming. If you’re struggling with what to expect emotionally when your caregiving role ends, you’re not alone. This transition brings a wide mix of feelings that can be confusing, unexpected, or even contradictory.
We “declare-ah” that we love Sera!
Please join us in congratulating Sera as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
Last week, we had the pleasure of surprising Sera on shift while she was with Peter, her steady client. Before leaving the surprise visit, Peter and Sera shared a special moment as he couldn’t wait to congratulate her again!
We have had the distinct pleasure of working with Sera for over 5 years! She is currently on our Live-in team specializing in both Dementia and Hospice care. Sera is highly skilled, deeply dedicated, and provides exceptional care to every client she works with. Sera has an amazing ability to really connect with her clients and their families. She is always warm, welcoming, and her clients appreciate her sense of humor. She has weathered some challenging cases with grace and everyone at Hired Hands appreciates her hard work, her tireless … Read More »
Hooray for Peppy!
Please join us in congratulating Perpetua, as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
Perpetua, known lovingly by her clients as “Peppy”, is a highly skilled Caregiver specializing in Dementia, Hospice, and Parkinson’s care. The Hired Hands team has had the distinct pleasure of working with Peppy for almost two and a half years, and we’re here to tell you… she is pure sunshine! She has a history of exceeding all expectations everywhere she goes and consistently going above and beyond ever since she joined the Hired Hands Marin team. Every day, Perpetua is joyful, attentive, and always willing to help whenever and however she can.
When we surprised Perpetua with our Caregiver of the Month award, she stated “I am blessed to work for such a caring and supportive group and I love my clients like my own family”. We certainly … Read More »
The Best Adaptive Clothing for Seniors and How It Supports Independence
Choosing the best adaptive clothing for seniors helps preserve comfort, confidence, and independence.
You might not think twice about what it takes to get yourself dressed each morning, but if you’re helping someone with arthritis, limited mobility, or other health challenges, you know it’s often not that simple. The best adaptive clothing for seniors is imperative to make life easier and restore a sense of independence, dignity, and control.
