Caregivers
Breaking Free From Caregiver Guilt Starts With One Small Step
Letting go of caregiver guilt opens the door to peace, balance, and renewed strength.
If you’ve ever said, “I’ll handle that once Mom’s settled,” or “There’s just no time for me right now,” you’re not alone. Nearly every family caregiver has been there — caught in the trap of self-sacrifice and caregiver guilt. It feels noble to put your needs last. After all, someone you love depends on you.
Happy Veteran’s Day
Our heartfelt THANKS go out to all the men and women
who have given so much to protect our safety and freedom.
We gratefully salute you for your service and sacrifice.
We are truly honored to provide service and support
to so many Veterans in our community.
With great respect,
The HIRED HANDS HOMECARE family
Supporting Family Caregivers Means Supporting the Entire Community
Supporting family caregivers builds stronger communities.
You’ve probably heard the saying, “It takes a village.” But what happens when the villagers—the caregivers—are exhausted? Supporting family caregivers is vitally important for the caregivers themselves, but also for the community as a whole.
Celebrating Martha!
Happy Friday! Please join us in congratulating Martha GL. as our next Caregiver of the Month! We have only had the pleasure of working with Martha for about a year now, but as a CNA, she is extremely experienced, and her skills really shine through! She not only contributes her knowledge but also her outstanding dedication and compassion. Martha always shows up with a positive attitude and is ready to assist with whatever is needed. She is hard-working and goes above and beyond for every client she works with. Martha’s attention to detail and strong communication help ensure our team is always aware of any changes or updates with our clients.
Martha, what do you have to say?
“What I love the most about working with Hired Hands HomeCare is how much they truly care- not just for their clients, but for their … Read More »
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.
