Care in the Home - Our Caregivers

RespiteCare care in the home

Our Caregivers

We select and retain caregivers who have superior skills and credentials, who demonstrate their professionalism in appearance and attitude, and who we believe will be committed to working together with us in the service of our clients. All of our caregivers must posssess:

a valid driver's license and reliable transport

proof of citizenship or work authorization in the U.S.A.

Valid CPR certification

At least 1 year professional, volunteer health care experience

3 professional references

Additionally, we conduct a thorough background check on all employees, including a criminal record check and drug screen. All employees are tested for tuberculosis upon hire and re-tested annually.

All staff of Care in the Home Health Services are directly employed with our company. We do not use independent contractors which means that we can have full responsibility over the persons' employment and actions of our caregivers. All of our caregivers are:

Bonded and Workman's Compensation insured
When you hire Respite Care Care In The Home Caregivers, you will have the satisfaction that each and everyone is licensed and bonded according to the State of Illinois standards. Although this is not a requirement, we ensure this extra level of protection for our customers.

Eligible to receive unemployment benefits

Eligible for our health and dental insurance coverage

How To Choose
A Home Health Agency

Unless your home care agency is defined by a managed care contract, you have a right to choose the home health agency from which to receive services and to have your choice honored by your physician, hospital discharge planner or other referring agency. Before selecting an agency, you may want to ask these questions:

Is the agency certified for participation in the Medicare program?

How long has the agency been serving the community?

Is the agency accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO)

Does the agency provide the services you need?

How does the agency choose and train its employees? Does it protect its workers with written personnel policies, benefits packages and malpractice insurance?

Does the agency provide literature explaining its services, eligibility requirements, fees and funding sources?

Does the agency have arrangements in place for emergencies? Are the agency's caregivers available 24-hours a day, seven days a week?

Does the agency take time to educate family members on the type of care its patients receive?

Who supervises the home health care plan? Does the supervisor make regular visits to the home? Who can you call with questions or complaints?

Will the agency be in regular contact with your doctor?