Being a caregiver and providing companionship services is truly a gift to both you and the person to whom you are a companion. In-home companion services, such as those provided by Senior Helpers of Asheville, focus on improving the health, well-being, and overall wellness of the individual they are taking care of. For many seniors, maintaining their independence is paramount, yet they may still need a little help now and then. Small companionship requirements, such as running errands, can make all of the difference in the world for a senior.
Asheville is a beautiful city. Yet, for some seniors, even taking a stroll in the park may require a little extra help. That said, it can often be difficult for caregivers to detach and step back from their role as a companion. Then, identify when they may need to take time for themselves. Knowing where your job as a companion begins and ends, and establishing boundaries around those limits can be beneficial to you and the individual you are taking care of.
Tasks That Fall Outside the Bounds of Your Companionship Requirements
Household Work
Companions are often tasked with light housekeeping to help ensure their clients can maintain a safe, comfortable, and clean home. Light housekeeping, however, is much different than housekeeping work. Light housekeeping includes tasks for the individual in your care and only that individual. Housekeeping work, such as preparing dinner for the whole family, doing laundry for other members of the family, and other tasks that involve members of the family besides the person you are caring for, are considered housekeeping work according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
Senior Helpers of Asheville does include some light housekeeping and meal prep, pet care, and transportation, along with other services. Indeed, ensuring you have the ability to take care of the senior in your care in the most positive manner. It is important to take time for you away from companionship requirements. Things such as strolling through the sights of Asheville can recharge your batteries. Thus, helping you to be a better companion overall.
Medical-Related Companionship Requirements and Services
As a companion, you may feel a responsibility to your senior that goes above and beyond. Medically related services fall into the category of "above and beyond" your job as a companion. Any medical-related service that typically requires training and is usually performed by licensed medical professional personnel such as nurses or certified nursing assistants is outside of the boundaries of your job as a companion. Senior Helpers of Asheville will help you to be prepared to handle the situations that arise by ensuring you are knowledgeable in companionship requirements.
How Can Senior Helpers of Asheville Help You?
Everyone needs help now and again, be it due to the process of aging gracefully or starting a new job. Senior Helpers of Asheville will help you to make the most of your role as a companion by helping you to be knowledgeable and skilled in your field and garner experience that will serve both you and the senior you are responsible for. Establishing boundaries, knowing where your job begins and ends, and becoming well-versed in your role as a companion will go a long way toward a positive and happy relationship for you and your client. Become a Seniors Helpers caregiver today. Click here to find out how to join our dedicated and amazing team.