FAQs
- Getting the mail
- Doing the laundry
- Washing the dishes
- Tidying up around the home etc
What makes SOWI Home Care different?
SOWI is owned and managed by actual Caregivers.
This practical knowledge places us as the best candidates to understand individual client needs at both a personal and professional level.
What if a caregiver cannot make it to my house?
For this reason, SOWI Home Care will always provide another Caregiver in case of unexpected circumstances.
What home activities is a caregiver limited to?
We basically provide non medical care also known as caregiver services this helps your elderly loved one be able to complete the day today daily tasks like cooking, dressing up and so much more.
Our household maintenance team will customize our services to best meet your elderly loved one's needs. You can trust us to handle tasks, like:
How much do home care services cost?
Costs vary depending on the level and frequency of care required but typically range between $35 to $55 per hour.
The exact cost for the services you are interested in will be provided to you during your free in-home care assessment.
SOWI accepts both out-of-pocket and Long Term Care insurance (LTC).
What do you consider when hiring a caregiver?
Patience
People who need care often take longer to complete simple tasks. As a caregiver, you might have to answer questions over and over. Good caregivers need patience to deal with anything from a loved one’s memory lapses to angry outbursts. They practice staying calm and avoiding frustration
Compassion
Empathy and understanding are absolutely necessary. Even when they are caring for an abusive person, caregivers try to find balance and understanding.
Being Present
Good caregivers know the importance of respecting their loved one’s current abilities. Rather than focus on what your loved one can no longer do, be in the moment with them. Look at photos, listen to music, cook a favorite meal. At the same time, remember that they weren’t always sick.
Detail Oriented
Good caregivers are good managers. They create schedules, plan for emergencies, and organize information so they don’t have to scramble.
Assertive
Good caregivers advocate for their loved ones. They ask questions and expect answers. Good caregivers learn about their loved one’s condition, and they make sure their loved one gets the care they need.
We offer free assessment with one of our care managers. The initial assessment can be scheduled within hours of your first call depending on the availability of our case managers.
After the initial assessment, if you choose to hire our services, our CareGiver can be scheduled within 24 hours.
You can also request information through our online contact form.
Anyone who needs assistance to function independently at home.
As preferred care at home, we tailor our services based on individual needs and agreements.
What services do senior elders need most?
Cleaning and Home Maintenance
Many individuals who opt to age in their own place will need to incorporate house cleaning services into their lifestyle. Having professionals take care of a monthly deep clean and weekly dust-over can make a huge difference in eliminating the risk of falls and slips while cleaning.
Living in a safe, clean, and organized environment is vital for aging seniors. That said, cleaning tasks may not be as easy to complete as they once were helps prevent injury.
Mobility Strategies and Resources
Mobility assistance often sits at the top of the list. Whether it’s help moving around during an errand out or within their residence, keeping seniors safe begins with making mobility issues a priority.
Personal Care Standards
This might include assistance with everything from grooming and bathing to dressing for the day ahead.
Just as they did when they were younger, senior citizens have to attend to personal care needs.
Transportation
It’s important to have options in place for seniors so they can get where they need to go when they are no longer able to take themselves there, It’s common for seniors to give up their driving rights at a certain point in life. in that case; SOWI Home Care provides transportation services which makes your elderly loved one get to their appointments easily.