Have you ever considered a career as an in-home caregiver for a senior adult? You might be unsure as to what exactly this entails. Or maybe you have a general idea, but different hesitations are holding you back. If you have even a small interest in learning more about a career as a caregiver, we strongly urge you to keep an open mind and consider the many benefits that such an opportunity provides. Beyond simply earning a living, you will change lives, including your own. Take a look at 5 reasons why you should consider a career as a caregiver.

It’s flexible, yet consistent.

As a caregiver, you have the flexibility to choose among various shifts to suit your schedule. This makes it ideal for trying to balance work and family. Unlike other careers that may offer flexibility of shifts, as a caregiver your schedule also remains relatively consistent, once it is set. This also means consistency of pay. You know well in advance what days you are working. And if for whatever reason your schedule needs adjusted a day or two, we can usually work with you to accommodate these changes.

Foremost, you are a companion.

As the name implies, you will certainly be providing personal care to senior adults; however your most important role is to be a companion to them. As the months and years go by, you will develop a deep relationship with your clients. And as much as they will appreciate your assistance when it comes to personal hygiene and home care, it’s the relationship that will have the greatest impact on their lives.

You will make an immediate, tangible impact in someone’s life.

People hire in-home caregivers when they, or someone they love, wishes to remain living independently in their home but need assistance to do so safely. As a caregiver, you allow people to maintain their independence longer, in the comfort of a space they have likely called home most of their lives. Imagine for a second how wonderful that is! As a caregiver, you will make an immediate, tangible impact in someone’s life simply by helping to fulfill their wish of remaining in their home.

You will grow your patience and compassion.

To be a caregiver, you need to come with a great deal of patience and compassion, but there is always room to grow! You will find these qualities increasing as you care for someone else. This patience and compassion will spread into every area of your life, benefitting your family and friends as well. There is no doubt this is a job of service, but it comes with some significant gifts.

You will gain far more than a paycheck!

Beyond being compensated for your time, as a caregiver you will reap rewards far more than what any paycheck could reflect. We mentioned friendship, patience and compassion. You will also fulfill your call to serve people within your community. You will get to learn, intimately, from people who have much more life experience than you. And you will have the satisfaction of knowing you made someone’s life better, with the hopes that the same will be done for you when you need it.

Are you interested in learning more about a career as a caregiver and whether it could be the right fit for you? It all starts with a phone call! Contact Ella Home Care today to start a conversation and learn more.