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Three Things To Consider When Hiring Private Caregivers For Someone With Alzheimer's Disease
1. Someone will need to obtain references and monitor the work closely. Many of these workers are first rate and provide excellent care; however, be sure that the workers being hired are trustworthy. Criminal background checks can be obtained through state police.
2. Schedule will need to be completed and a contingency plan agreed to by all workers. What if someone needs a day off, calls off sick, or just does not report for work?
3. Who is responsible for the tax withholding? Generally, if the people hired to work are in the patient's home and directed by the patient (or the patient's family member/caregiver) about the worker' duties and work hours, the workers are employees and not independent contractors. The family member/caregiver should talk with the patient's accountant regarding the income tax issues.
As you can tell from this reading, planning for someone who has Alzheimer's disease can be complicated. Proper planning in advance can help alleviate many frustrations as the disease progresses. It is my desire as an elder law attorney to make this difficult process as easy as possible for you so that you can concentrate on giving your loved one the care he or she needs.
The time to act is now. With proper planning, you will insure that things are handled according to your wishes and that you've taken the best steps possible to protect your loved ones and to protect your family's financial security.
If you would like the guidance of a law firm which as helped many Pennsylvania families successfully deal with these issues, then call The Elder Law Offices of Shields and Boris at 724-934-5044 or toll free at 800-879-0984.
Imagine the peace of mind you will have when you stop reacting to your situation, and start putting into place a positive action plan which will allow you to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Our Best Wishes To You,
James P. Shields, Esquire
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