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Yes, there is a need. And I think people would pay for it. Maybe taking someone shopping or do it for them. For shut ins running errands, maybe clean up a little.
I know people who are sitters - provide non medical like reading the paper, errands, writing letters, etc. Hospice has volunteers who sit while the caregiver goes shopping, etc. You would be paid by the family. Some agencies have sitters as well. The people I know worked for themselves because they made more money that way.
Senior centers can provide some relief and activity provided that one can get to one. They exist in many areas. From what I have known of some I do think they meet certain needs.
Insurance won’t pay for companion sitters and most non medical helpers. State agencies might hire you for some Medicaid or Medicare related service for at home assistance with activities of daily living, but it will involve physical labor and pay is minimal. Cleaning house, cooking, incontinence.
I am attempting to provide something of real use...not only because isolation is a major concern for my own wellbeing right now, but also to obtain a little income for myself...I am experiencing a DESPERATELY DISCRIMINATORY career block and don't "qualify " for any benefits or social services...too old to be brought into a corporate hurd... too young for social security...alone out here with the rest of us. I too have no trust or faith in any system...
These services already exist, they are called "sitters".
There are also volunteers that do this. Also, that's the other benefit of programs like Meals on Wheels. It's just not food delivery but a little welfare check everyday. It gives homebound seniors daily interaction, albeit for a short period of time.
Absolutely. And it used to be common. When towns were smaller and people were less busy and self-absorbed, visiting the sick and infirm was a regular thing. Church members were very involved in this sort of activity and many small churches in rural communities still practice this. Elders were respected and valued for their knowledge and life experiences. We weren’t considered a pain in the ass if we needed help, had no money and had things around our home that needed fixing. The community came together, the men did the work and the women provided the food for the helpers. People didn’t have to jump through government hoops to find help. If someone in the family became ill and/or incapacitated, community members came and visited so the caregivers got a break. They brought meals, cleaned, did laundry and provided a shoulder to cry on when the outlook was bleak. My aunt lived in that sort of community in Indiana and when she was older, she and my uncle moved back. Her community welcomed her and my uncle (who had not been a member of her community) with open arms.
Yes, there is a need. A great need. But it’s not something you can force people to do. Being kind and caring and wanting to help isn’t something that you can suddenly say you’re going to be. It has to be part of your make up and how you were raised.
lonliness is becoming a big problem in this world today . everybody is sitting around pecking on their phones like a bunch of demented chickens . friends are few and when you realize one is using you for more than theyre willing to provide , you have to cut that one loose .
i feel its better to be alone than to be taken advantage of .
Hello, thanks for your consoling words. How exactly do you handle isolation and feelings of lonliness when you are caring for a loved one by yourself? I have asked my church for assistance but they do not help in my area. I sometimes wish i were someone else. God bless
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
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If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
Your problem would be what to charge.
I too have no trust or faith in any system...
There are also volunteers that do this. Also, that's the other benefit of programs like Meals on Wheels. It's just not food delivery but a little welfare check everyday. It gives homebound seniors daily interaction, albeit for a short period of time.
Yes, there is a need. A great need. But it’s not something you can force people to do. Being kind and caring and wanting to help isn’t something that you can suddenly say you’re going to be. It has to be part of your make up and how you were raised.
friends are few and when you realize one is using you for more than theyre willing to provide , you have to cut that one loose .
i feel its better to be alone than to be taken advantage of .