Monthly Archives: June 2016

COMBINE THREE APPROACHES for GROWING HOME CARE WORKFORCE

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

There need not be a single approach to solving most problems.  It could be argued that taking the one approach stance tends to create more problems than it solves.  Certainly, the single approach tactic results in the tendency to leave … Continue reading →

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WHY RAISING MINIMUM WAGE FOR CARE IS WRONG APPROACH

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

The minimum wage was never meant to serve as a means for a single individual to support a household. I believe it is ill advised to allow minimum wage workers to be encouraged to cling to this unrealistic expectation of … Continue reading →

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About online PCA Certification…

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

Professional credentials (not state minimum low bar qualifications)  help caregivers be worth the $15 /hr more PCAs desire. They also give informal caregivers the confidence and respect they deserve. With the growing awareness of the importance of properly educated elder … Continue reading →

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How Agencies quickly save time,money, and get better care staff

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

Dear Colleague, I am writing to you today to show you how- with no work and no expense on your part -you help ensure the caregivers you hire are dependable and qualified to provide top quality care and make your business richer. By … Continue reading →

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STUDY PROVES ONLINE TRAINING CAN PREPARE THE ELDERCARE WORKFORCE

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

This article excerpt examines the potential of online education as a strategy to adequately prepare an eldercare workforce. We first address key challenges associated with preparing an eldercare workforce and then evaluate the relative advantages of online education to address … Continue reading →

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