Most
people prefer to stay in the comfort of their homes as long as possible,
regardless of their abilities. Families try to accommodate this desire but are
forced to evaluate their environment, health concerns, their unique situations and
economic conditions.
Astera
care will
help you find solutions to your needs; however please do your research and
choose wisely!
Below
are values we provide:
1.
We
perform criminal background checks on all staff
2.
We manage our entire staff and are
responsible for the hiring, firing and disciplinary actions
3.
We
find substitutes in a timely manner if the current caregiver is
sick or unable to work
4.
Astera
Care provides additional services such as on call 24/7 for
administrative needs.
5.
Astera
Care insures and bonds our caregivers.
6.
We
are responsible for the worker compensation, payroll tax and all
caregiver benefits.
7.
We’ll
do the paper work! We will bill your private or long term insurance which may
cover your costs.
8.
Astera
Care will match caregivers to the specific needs of our clients by providing
tailored matches.
9.
We
provide counseling to ensure a smooth transition throughout the caregiving
process to maintain quality service and control.
Your
role when you hire caregivers yourself:
You are responsible to educate and
familiarize yourself with the industry. Although you can hire who you think
best fits the job, the paper work is overwhelming. Since
you are an employer you have to verify the caregiver’s legal status (make sure
your caregiver is a legal immigrant); have her/him fill out all of the
necessary federal and state paperwork. You will likely be required to pay their social security and Medicare
taxes and some unemployment taxes too! If you pay the caregiver more then $1000
a quarter you will also likely need to pay their unemployment, worker
compensation and short-term disability insurance. You also will have to protect
your assets against employee related injuries. Does your potential employee have a criminal background? What about a poor worker’s compensation
history? These are questions you will
want answered before you hire anyone to work for you. You will need to review
your homeowner insurance and (or) auto insurance policies to ensure proper
coverage.
Bottom line: Before you hire privately – do your research
and be prepared!