As a caregiver registry, Superior Senior Care exhibits flexibility with scheduling that agencies or nursing homes aren’t able to offer. By offering consumer directed care, the registry partners clients with caregivers that fit the individual’s needs and income.
“As a registry, we don’t require a minimum number of hours or maximum amount to charge to receive care,” said Superior Senior Care manager Byretta Fish.
Superior Senior Care has a registry of caregivers who provide varying levels of service. The live in-care option provides 24-hour service that includes light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication management and transportation to appointments at costs considerably less than 24-hour medical care provided by agencies.
Short-term services including hourly, postoperative care and in-hospital assistance give respite to family members and peace of mind that a trained professional is overseeing recovery or daily activities.
The goal of Superior Senior Care is to match the client and caregiver for the best ultimate care.
The staff integrates personality, individual needs and the skills of the caregivers to find the best match.
“We know our people and build a working relationship between the client and the caregiver,” Fish said.
Superior Senior Care embraces open communication and adaptability to make the best use of the caregiver and help the client get the most benefit from their money.
“We try and keep people in their homes as long as possible,” Fish said. “If we can figure out a way to be able to provide care for longer, that is what we are going to do.”
The caregivers registered with Superior Senior Care undergo a background check, complete work history evaluation and must provide certification.
The staff ensures that caregivers are current on their physical and educational requirements and that all caregivers take at least 12 hours of education in home-care services each year. Caregivers are trained by accredited institutions, and Superior Senior Care requires documentation for licenses and certifications.
Superior Senior Care helps the client seek ways to fund their care. Payment can be made through insurance policies, private funds and Medicaid.
“A lot of people don’t know how to get started, so I encourage them to call and we can start them on the right course and start thinking about options and get them the help they need,” Fish said.
More information is available at 104 N. 37th Street, Rogers, (479) 636-770; 2140 N. College Ave., Fayetteville (479) 587-9551; or online at superiorseniorcare.com.
Business, Pages 6 on 09/14/2011