Working with our home caregivers for many years has been an eye-opening experience for me. It does not take long to determine if the employed caregiver really cares about the patient or if they are interested in the salary at the end of the day.
Over the years, we have been blessed by some excellent staff, whose gentle and compassionate manner has helped us through very difficult years. Most people will take care of their patients beyond the expected range and alleviate the stress that her family may have.
This is not always the case. Once, I went home to find two assistants to bathe my mother. The mother sat on her toilet and there was nothing more than her, staring helplessly at the door. One assistant is washing her back and the other is her leg; every time she scrubs on her soft skin. They spoke loudly between them and didn't even recognize the mother's work.
Needless to say, I am not happy! It must be God, let me stop screaming and resign. On the contrary, it seems that my first sentence should be sent to my helpless little mother.
"Mom, you must have gotten a lot of attention today. When she looked at them both, she blushed.
"Maybe they might be a little easier for you; would this be a good thing?" Nodded!
I smoked the workers, politely asked them to treat her more tenderly, and to visit with her instead of each other. As I said, God must control; I originally wanted revenge. At the time of the incident, these women apologized for the rest of the transition and took special care of the mother.
Whether you are a carer or a relative or friend who helps take care of others, I think these seven suggestions will help. Over the years, when I found myself returning to the habit of the past, they have been a good reminder to me.
1. Don't take your troubles home. They need you to be happy, so don't increase their burden. This is especially cautious for relatives who may feel the need to share up-to-date information about other family members. If it's not positive and exciting news, then it's best to stay for a while.
2. Remember that you are inviting the privacy of that family. Respect their home and its content. You are not there to visit the house; you are there to take care of the sick.
3. Take care of that person because you want someone to take care of your parents or children. This includes protecting their personal privacy. In the story I shared, when she was sitting there, the mother would be more comfortable with a towel or wrapped around her body.
Remember, no matter how difficult the client is, he/she is still alone. Respect and value individuals as a person and consider their behavior and reactions as much as possible.
5. Understand the basic technical aspects of the required care and then adjust to the individual needs of the client.
6. Find out the name the customer is using and use it. Customers will be better responsive to their familiar names. People are more comfortable with people who know them by name.
If you are a caretaker [whether employed, volunteer or family] reading this matter, I hope you know my respect and admiration for you. Taking care of others often is a thankless job. This is hard work and requirements. It is also beneficial and needed. I thank God for you, and often pray for those who care about others.
It is Jesus who taught us to love each other at the beginning. Thank you for loving enough to care.
Orignal From: 6 Basic knowledge of carers providing home care
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