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[quote=Anonymous]Hospice is for people at the end of life.  They might know of good caregivers, but what you're looking for isn't exactly what they're expert in.

I've heard good things about Aging Network Services in Bethesda.  They are consultants who walk you through the process.  I assume they could advise you on Medicare options and insurance.  They can help you pick an assisted living facility, or interview and hire in home caregivers (CNAs).  CNAs either work for a company that takes a cut, or they work independently.  Aging Network Services would follow up with the company that contracted the CNAs.

I've used both in home care and respite at an assisted living facility.  For in home care, I think you're looking at two 12 hr shifts.

I liked the assisted living facility better because of the extra eyes on the family member every day.  With in-home care you need a higher level of trust, both in the caregiver's integrity and in their competence, because they work alone.  [/quote]

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