Write@Home
Winter 2015

Employment

Asian woman caregiver helping senior man walking in nursing home

There are many different professions in the world. And I want to talk about such an important profession as a personal support worker. Personal support services help provide day-to-day personal care assistance when people are dealing with the effects of aging, injury, or illness. Managing day-to-day tasks can be challenging for people facing health-related issues, but extra support and care can be an affordable solution to keep people safe and comfortable at home.

Who can benefit from personal support? If you need help with daily activities and want to stay in the comfort of your own home, a personal support worker (PSW) may be right for you. Whether you need short-term or long-term care, PSW is here to help you with all your home care needs.

Whether it's occasional light house cleaning or long-term care, personal support staff are available 24/7 to attend to all your home care needs. To help you get the care you need, one of your care coordinators will visit your home and conduct a detailed care assessment with you and your loved ones. After that, a care plan tailored to your specific needs is created. It is a huge help and an important profession to make your life easier when you need it.