Posts Tagged ‘Home Care’
HOSPICE CARE: AT LEAST 10 THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW
Most of us have at least heard of hospice care for those who have a terminal condition. However, there is probably some confusion on what hospice is and who pays for it. In this brief article, we will limit this to hospice care provided under Medicare. Please be aware that there is similar care provided…
Read MoreGretchen Curry Recognized As Top Woman Business Owner, Again!
The St. Louis Small Business Monthly (SBM) annually recognizes St. Louis’ top women-owned companies. This year it was held on February 22rd. Over 120 women business owners were recognized. Our Founder and President, Gretchen Curry, has been recognized since the establishment of the honor. The current publishers of SBM have been hosting the celebration for nearly 20…
Read MoreEight (8) Home Care Trends for 2024
Home Care Trends Every Family Caregiver Needs to Know About for 2024 StaffLink has been providing home care services for nearly 37 years. StaffLink provides private duty, Medicaid in-home services and home care to veterans. Over the 37 years we have been in business, we have witnessed many changes and trends in the home care…
Read MoreStaffLink Seeks to Hire Level One Medication Aides (L1MAs) for Client in Florissant
StaffLink’s is seeking to hire new Level One Medication Aides (L1MAs) to assist an in-home client around-the-clock in Florissant. StaffLink has open shifts on evenings, from 4pm to 12 midnight and overnights from 12 midnight to 8am. We also have weekend openings on all three (3) shifts including days, from 8am to 4pm. The pay…
Read MoreAge Related Balance Issues Can Be Improved
About 35% of adults over 40 experience some balance or dizziness issues. Logically, the percentage will increase as we age and the consequences of falling can be very serious- such as a broken hip or other bone or head injuries. As with most health matters, prevention is very important. If you are having changes in…
Read MoreSix (6) Great Holiday Gift Ideas for Caregivers
As an agency that provides caregiving assistance to families and works with both family caregivers and professional caregivers, we are frequently asked for holiday gift ideas caregivers. Caregiving is stressful. The holidays are stressful. Current concerns about how the flu and COVID-19 may affect seniors or fragile persons that caregivers are providing care add another…
Read MoreStaffLink Seeks to Hire Additional St. Louis Home Care Staff Entering 2023
StaffLink seeks to hire new staff as we enter the 2023 year. The demand for home care staff in the St. Louis region has remained steady. StaffLink is working hard to meet this home care demand. StaffLink currently has full and part-time hours at the locations listed below. These job openings change multiple times a…
Read MoreState of Missouri Settles Lawsuit Over the Lack of “Private Duty Nursing” for Medically Fragile Children
The state of Missouri has settled a lawsuit with families of children with medically complex conditions regarding the allegations that the Department of Social Services failed to provide “private duty nursing” services that meet federal requirements. The children requiring these services need assistance with feeding, toileting, bathing, dressing, ambulation, ventilation management, and medication administration. The…
Read MoreFour (4) Thoughtful Ways to Say “Thank You” to a Caregiver During the Thanksgiving Holiday
“What am I thankful for this Thanksgiving holiday?” You and millions of individuals and family members across America will answer that it is for a family or professional caregiver that helps provide assistance to a dear loved one. Millions of family and professional caregivers provide care on a daily basis for our family members. Seventy…
Read MoreSenior Resource Options (SRO) Participated in the Senior Expo in Eureka, MO
Senior Resource Options (SRO) is a group of professionals that service seniors. Our Founder and President, Gretchen Curry, is a founding member of Senior Resource Options (SRO). StaffLink is the only home care and private duty agency that is a member of Senior Resource Options (SRO). Besides our President, current members of SRO are Bruce…
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