Attributes Exemplified in a Home Care Hero

I would like to highlight some of the attributes of our Interim HomeStyle Services caregiver Trish that makes her a hero to us and why we believe she is an outstanding “Home Care Hero.” Overall, Trish has become the cornerstone of our efforts to keep Mom in her home as long as possible. Because we live so far away, the job of overseeing and implementing Mom’s care at home would have been nearly impossible with out a person of Trish’s competence, intelligence and commitment on the job. Over the years, we have dealt with numerous caregivers from three different agencies for our two sets of parents, so we know from experience what it takes to be a true home care hero. Among all the caregivers we have encountered, Trish definitely standouts from the rest.

Professionalism- Trish brings to bear a full range of well-honed skills and competencies needed to perform as an excellent eldercare professional. Caring for Mom is not just a job to her. Trish’s dedication to Mom’s well being is as sincere and complete as one can be.

Patience and Compassion—Trish exemplifies patience and compassion when dealing with Mom who can sometimes be short tempered or seem unreasonable as Mom has some cognitive impairment. She absorbs corrective comments without becoming defensive or angry.

Friendliness—One of Mom’s friends has gone out of his way to comment on how enjoyable Trish is when she accompanies Mom to social events. He said, “Trish is great and the kind of caregiver we all hope for, if we need one.”

Mom is 90 years old and after spending 35 years of her life providing loving care full-time for my disabled brother, we believe Mom deserves the opportunity to enjoy a full and secure a life while at home. Trish is the main reason we can live 70 miles from my mother and be confident that Mom is receiving the BEST care imaginable.

Cindy M. - Ceres, CA