Posts Tagged ‘Home Health Care in St Louis’
The Complete Guide for Paying for Home Care Services in St. Louis, MO in 2023
In February 2022 we wrote “The Ultimate Guide for Paying for Home Care Services in St. Louis, MO in 2022.” In this guide, “The Complete Guide for Paying for Home Care Services in St. Louis, MO 2023”, we have updated information, added some new resources, and answered additional questions. You have many options to pay for…
Read MoreStaffLink Seeks to Hire In-home Caregivers for the St. Louis Region
StaffLink is seeking to hire new caregivers to handle the demand for home care clients in the St. Louis region. Those areas include St. Louis City, County, St. Charles, and Jefferson County. StaffLink provides home care to clients whose services are covered by a variety of payer sources. Some of those sources include private pay,…
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 MoreDOES THE CHANGE IN SEASON SEEM TO AFFECT YOUR MOOD?
Often physical and personal problems increase with age and may lead to depression. HOWEVER, depression can often be caused by the change of seasons when shorter amounts of daylight hours can signal an increase in the sleep-regulating hormone melatonin. If you find that some of these feelings tend to begin as the seasons change, you…
Read MoreKeeping Seniors Independent As We Celebrate Independence Day 2022!
Ninety (90) percent of seniors want to “age in place” at home as they grow older. Staying independent at home may become challenging if a senior is starting to experience challenges in performing “activities of daily living” (ADLs). In order to “age in place”, a senior may need to consider contracting for services to assist…
Read MoreEight (8) Cool Indoor Things for St. Louis Caregivers and Seniors to Do When It Is Hot Outdoors
The St. Louis heat arrived before the summer of 2022 officially arrived. Our region has experienced multiple days of temperatures above 90, 95 and close to 100 degrees. The sun has been searing and the humidity sweltering. Here are a few pointers to survive the hottest days of summer. *Drink plenty of water. *Avoid long…
Read MoreStaffLink’s Approach to COVID-19 Vaccinations for Employees
As we are entering the third year of the pandemic and second year that the vaccines are available to combat the COVID-19 virus, I wanted to share our approach on employee vaccinations. First, I never thought our country and the world would be going into a third year with the pandemic still so viral. I…
Read MoreForty (40) Self-Care Tips for Caregivers in the Extended Pandemic
We are entering a new wave of the pandemic. The spread of delta variant across the country is causing a rise in the number of infections, hospitalizations, and deaths. At this moment no end to this wave is in sight. Family and professional caregivers must be vigilant in their caregiving responsibilities for others. Caregivers must…
Read MoreSt. Louis Home Caregivers Take Part in Home Care Vaccination Event
StaffLink caregivers participated in a St. Louis home care vaccination event hosted on March 5th and March 26th at the Des Peres Lodge. The first vaccination was administered on March 5th and the second vaccination was administered on March 26th. For both dates the Pfizer vaccine was administered. The event was sponsored by the Missouri…
Read MoreCelebrating 34 Years in Business & 34 Things For Which I Am Grateful
This month StaffLink celebrated thirty-four (34) years in business. Thirty-four (34) years represents more than half of my life! I am tremendously grateful for StaffLink’s longevity. Here are 34 additional things for which I am grateful! That StaffLink provides me with purposeful work and a steady livelihood The StaffLink office staff, their dedication is the…
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