It is no secret that in the past three decades people are living longer, more productive lives. Advancement in health care and treatment of illnesses have resulted in a marked increase of senior citizens and elderly amongst the general population ranks. Oftentimes, however, as a person ages they gradually become less able to take care of some of the basic responsibilities of running a household and caring for themselves. Therefore, other family members must step in and take on responsibilities for them, but not without consequence.
A recent study of employers by the National Family Caregiver association reports that individuals who provide care for elderly family members suffer decreased productivity in their professional/work life and are therefore often overlooked for promotions and special projects. For example, the study found that:
60% of employees, who care for their loved ones are late for work, skip lunches and often must leave early to provide care
19% are forced to decline promotions, business trips or special projects
11% must take leave of absences
5 - 17% must change jobs or reduce hours
Logic further indicates that there would be a similar impact on other family responsibilities and recreation.
Caring Companions is an affordable non-medical service that seeks to provide much needed assistance for the elderly and those who care for them. Respecting an individual's legitimate desire to remain in their own home, Caring Companions will serve as the added pair of helping hands necessary to keep a person substantially independant.
Our various services can be personalized to meet your needs and designed to fit your schedule. Our caregivers are available by the hour, day or week. You have the option of choosing any or all of the services that Caring Companions provides.
Our goal is to provide a program of care specifically designed to meet your special needs.
Non Discrimination Policy: Caring Companions consistently strives to provide quality services to our clients in accordance with the highest ethical standards. We will not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, gender preference, national origin or disability or age in admission to, participation in, or receipt of the services and benefits of any of its programs and activities or in employment therein, whether carried out by Caring Companions by: Brenda Metal, LLC directly or through a contractor or any other entity with whom Caring Companions by: Brenda Metal, LLC arranges to carry out its programs and activities. This statement is in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age discrimination Act of 1975, and the Regulations of the U.S. department of Health and Human services issued pursuant to these statutes at Title 45 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 80, 84, and 91.
