Are your staff that deliver elderly care in Madison insured and bonded?

Yes. In fact, not only are our staff fully insured and bonded, they're also covered by Worker's Compensation as well. All this gives your loved one complete protection against any theft, damage, or injury in their own home while one of our staff are providing them with senior care in Madison.

How are your staff that provide senior care in Madison vetted?

Our recruitment department is responsible for scrutinizing every application that we receive. If a candidate's resume is relevant, they will be invited in for a first interview. During this time, the interviewer will be assessing whether the candidate has the right character and integrity for the role. If they make it past this stage, the applicant will then be asked to provide three references and to take part in a drug screening test. Once the applicant's references have been directly contacted and the information presented by the applicant in their resume has been verified, they will be invited back for a final interview. During this time, we will also carry out a criminal background check on the applicant and test their knowledge on key skills relating to the role. All of these steps are taken to give you the reassurances that the caregivers responsible for your loved one's home care in Madison are people you can trust and rely on.

What hours do your staff provide elderly care in Madison?

Our caregivers are available to provide senior care in Madison 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Yes, that's right, we never stop. We know that seniors can't pick and choose when they need care, so we don't make them. If your loved one needs a hand getting dressed at six o'clock in the morning, we'll be there. If your loved one needs assistance at lunchtime, we'll be there. And if your loved one needs tucking into bed at night, we'll be there. For any help arranging the time of day your loved one needs taking care of, speak to one of our friendly scheduling advisors during normal office hours.

Will my loved one have the same caregiver to provide them senior care in Madison on every visit?

Yes. To allow any relationship to grow, the people involved have to spend time together. We want your loved one to feel as comfortable with their caregiver as possible, as it can make the whole experience better for everyone involved. There may be the odd occasion where your loved one's caregiver may have to take a few days off because they're ill or on vacation, but even then there's no need to panic. We'll arrange a substitute caregiver that will be fully briefed on all elements of your loved one's care, so everything will continue as normal. It's worth noting that if your loved one requires senior care in Madison at several different points throughout the day, it's more than likely that two or more caregivers will be involved in their daily care. This is done so each caregiver has the appropriate amount of time off to relax and rest in between their usual shift.

How will my loved one be matched with their caregiver that's responsible for providing their in-home care in Madison?

We always like to get to know the people we're going to be looking after before we begin their in-home care in Madison, as finding out little extra tidbits of information can often make a big difference to the level of care we're able to provide. Why? Well, we always match your loved one to their caregiver based on their personality as well as their physical needs. We find that by having small things in common, such as love of cinema or a passion for photography, helps to make a great starting point for their relationship to blossom from.

How are your caregivers trained to provide senior care in Madison?

Any new employee that we take on here at Always Best Care have to undergo a week's worth of training before they're allowed to begin providing senior care in Madison. While many of the staff we take on have prior experience of caregiving or relevant industry qualifications, there are a select few that we take under our wing directly from high school or college. The training is intended to provide each member of staff with all the information they need to be able to spot symptoms, communicate clearly, and prevent any accidents around a home. Every 12 months, all of our employees have to undergo a two-day top-up course that teaches them about new techniques in the industry. The aim is that by keeping our staff's knowledge up to date, they can always provide your loved one with the best care available.

Why should I choose your home care in Madison instead of an independent provider?

We believe the most important aspect of in-home care in Madison is trust. Sure, the cost is important, but when it potentially comes at the expense of the physical and mental wellbeing of your loved one, it surely can't come first. All of Always Best Care's staff are fully insured, bonded, vetted, trained, and monitored - something almost no independent provider in the United States can provide. It's these extra reassurances that let you go about your day without having to worry about your loved one's care.

What role do family members play in their loved one's elderly care in Madison once a caregiver has been hired?

The role you choose in your loved one's in-home care in Madison is honestly entirely up to you. We offer flexible working hours and no hourly monthly minimums so you can choose a care package that fits around your lifestyle. We're all batting for the same team, and we're happy to play our part by providing you with constant updates on your loved one's care and making sure that they are well looked after in your absence.

How do I know if Always Best Care is the right choice for elderly care in Madison?

Online research can only tell you so much, so we'd love for you to come down to visit us for a no-obligation chat with one of our team. We'll run over everything to do with your loved one's potential care, from scheduling all the way through to cost, so you can get a clear indication as to whether we're the right choice for you. The meeting can last for as long as you need and we're happy to answer as many questions that you have. We know that choosing someone to provide in-home care in Madison for your loved one is a massive step, so arming you with the right knowledge should help you make an educated decision, whether that's for us or someone else.

What steps are taken to ensure that my loved one's in-home care in Madison is safe?

Your loved one's safety is paramount to everything we do at Always Best Care, so our staff are trained in spotting early symptoms of illnesses and have the ability to carry out risk assessments on your loved one's home. The latter will involve listing any details about your loved one's property that our caregiver feels could be made more senior-friendly. Some examples include:

• Raised toilet seats
• Improved Lighting
• Rubber mats in bathrooms
• A lower bed
• A cordless telephone in the bathroom
• Banisters in hallways
• A shower seat
• Much more

Your loved one's caregiver will also monitor their mobility. They will provide assistance when required and suggest any equipment, such as a walker, that makes it safer for them to move about in and out of the home. Any fall or accident for your loved one can have serious consequences, so our aim is to provide the safest elderly care in Madison by a range of preventative measures.

Do I need to sign a contract or agree to an hourly minimum for my loved one to be applicable for your home care in Madison?

No. We want our caregiving services to be available to the whole community here in Madison, so we don't ask you to sign any long-term contracts or agree to a minimum number of hours of care a week. Quite simply, we put the ball in your court so you can pick and choose the senior care in Madison that suits you and your loved one best.

Do you provide in-home care in Madison for individuals suffering from Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia?

Yes. Caring for dementia patients has its challenges, so we have a specially trained team of caregivers ready and waiting to help you to overcome the worse aspects of the condition. Choosing in-home care in Madison is often a better choice than a nursing or residential home for someone that lives with dementia, as any new surroundings can lead to a continued state of confusion.

If I choose your in-home care in Madison, what type of services can my loved one expect on a day-to-day basis?

Nobody could say the life of a caregiver is boring. They have to provide a range of duties to ensure they meet the needs of seniors in home care in Madison. To help give you an idea of some of the tasks they perform, we've created a quick list, below:

• Washing and bathing assistance
• Dressing
• Toilet assistance
• Cleaning
• Laundry
• Transport
• Pet care
• Watering of plants
• Social interaction
• Much more

Do you provide respite in-home care in Madison?

Yes. If you provide full-time care for your loved one but need to take a break for any reason, it's worth keeping in the back of your mind that we offer a respite home care in Madison 365 days a year. One of our team of fully vetted and trained caregivers will take over your duties, ensuring your loved one is well looked after until your return.