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From our CEO: Why are the prices for home care increasing?

As an advocate for our clients and seniors on fixed incomes, but also a parent who understands that minimum wage is needed for our younger workforce, it is a very difficult stance to take - whether or not we should raise the minimum wage. As a former caregiver, I know the work and effort it takes to care for others and the exceptional dedication that A Better Solution’s Caregivers all over the Country give to our Senior Clients. In my home state of California as well as my city of San Diego, I fought it, which made me extremely unpopular

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States Raising Minimum Wage in 2019 and 2020

Employee Management Blogger June 4, 2019 Latest News, Over 58% of the US workforce is paid hourly wages and about 2.3% of those workers are making the federal minimum wage or less. This makes minimum wage increases a pivotal issue for many workers and businesses. Our hourly workforce management experts explore the states increasing minimum wage this year. Many states are on the way to $15 hourly minimum wage, with 2019 serving as an intermediate year to gradually roll out new pay schedules. Here are states raising minimum wage for hourly workers 2019 Minimum Wage Increases by State This year,

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Spotlight: Senior Placement

Seniors who live by themselves and want to remain independent, being alone is not a great option due to a variety of reasons such as: household maintenance, cooking and other issues that require mobility. “Placement” into a Senior Community is a viable option for those that can afford it and who qualify.  Senior Communities have grown and are beautifully designed to encompass all aspects of Senior Living and Socialization.  Studies show that seniors with an active social life live 5-10 years longer than those who remain isolated at home. Like real estate agents, placement coordinators help you navigate and narrow

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A Better Solution Senior Tips for October

HOME SENIOR SAFETY: For seniors, falls are the number one cause of emergency room visits and hospital stays. Our safety tips allow our caregivers, clients and their family or friends to help create an environment that is safe and healthy. These tips are not just for seniors. Look around your own home to ensure everyone’s safety. Here are some simple and effective safety tips: Declutter your house to make sure you have plenty of space to walk around. Less clutter also means less risk of falls. Make sure all rugs have anti-slipping pads. Cover furniture corners to prevent injuries if

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A Better Solution Caregiver Corner

Avoiding Caregiver Burnout: Our clients and their families depend on our exceptional caregivers to care for themselves and their loved ones. Sometimes being of service to others cause us to neglect our own care and creates stress that can spill over to every area of our lives. At A Better Solution, we strive to maintain a healthy environment for our caregivers where they can thrive and feel the accomplishment of helping our seniors remain independent and secure. Here are some tips not just for professional caregivers, but for family caregivers as well. Remind yourself that your work has value Remember

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