Choosing the right care worker can feel overwhelming, but it’s important to take the time to find the right match for you.
Whether it’s empowering you with more choice and freedom, helping you build connections or encouraging you to kick your goals, the right care worker can assist you to live a full life.
So, what do you need to consider?
Your practical needs
Think about the type and level of support that you need on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Consider the skills that your care worker requires to support your needs and how often you need them to be available.
Your personality type
Consider what personality type would best compliment yours. Are you looking for someone who is quiet and just does their job, or are you keen for your care worker to be more extroverted and outgoing?
Your lifestyle
Think about what type of care worker would most suit your lifestyle. If you’re keen to get out, someone active might suit you. If you prefer quiet days at home, you might look at someone who’s happy to do the same.
Your interests
Finding a care worker who shares your interests is a good foundation for a friendship. Shared interests allow you to spent time together doing things that you both enjoy which helps to build connection and trust.
Your goals
Consider your short and long term goals and what care approach would work for you to achieve these. Do you need someone who encourages you to push yourself or do you want someone who is gentler and follows your lead?
Cultural and religious beliefs
If you have strong religious or cultural beliefs, it may be worth finding a care worker who shares and understands these to provide appropriate care. Similarly, if English isn’t your mother tongue it may be preferable to work with a care worker who speaks your native language.
Input from family and friends
It’s worth considering any concerns or requests raised by your family. As part of your support network, they want to know that you’re getting the best level of care possible and that you’re happy with your choice.
Any no no’s
As well as considering all the things that you’re seeking to find in a care worker, it’s important to think about anything that you really don’t want. This can help narrow the search down further and immediately rule out anyone who’s not suitable, taking you one step closer to finding your perfect match.
Tips for finding the right match
- Work with a quality service provider, such as Unidex Healthcare
- Speak to your service provider about what you’re looking for in a care worker
- Be engaged in the process
- Ask questions
- Raise any concerns
- Don’t be afraid to seek an alternative care worker if things don’t work out
It’s not every day you find a care worker who can assist you to live a full life, while offering friendship and interpersonal connection. So, why not make that day today?
Author – Unidex Healthcare
