When you're already a mom or dad, taking care of an elderly parent in addition to your kids can be a huge strain. Finding a qualified professional to help out when you're unable to be everything to everyone can be the next best thing. Luckily, there's a site that can help you do just that — Care.com .
Care.com has been a popular tool for helping parents find babysitters for their little ones for years. But many people don't know that you can also use the reliable site to find care for others, as well — like your aging parents. While it's always intimidating to begin the search, the website makes it easy to find trusting individuals in your area to meet your caretaking needs.
Simply head to the site and select whom you're looking for care for. You can select how many years of experience you'd like the caregiver to have and exactly what kind of care you need, as well as other important details. Perhaps you're most interested in a nonsmoker who has their own transportation and likes pets. Care.com will help you narrow down the nitty-gritty. After you enter your location, Care.com will prompt you to create an account, where you can then see all your choices.
There in no cost to create a basic membership on Care.com, which allows you to preview responses from care providers near you and browse through the active care providers on the site. However, when you are ready to begin using the site's screening tools and communicate with potential caretakers, you will need to purchase a subscription. There are several different options on the site!
After you figure out what works best for you, you'll be able to communicate with caretakers, conduct interviews, and find the perfect fit. Of course, the site provides background checks on everyone on the site.
You'll know you're in good hands with a name like Care.com . So sign up today!
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