Caregiver should have adequate budget to buy food and household items. If client is under a doctor's care, it is important that caregiver have access to the doctor and is encouraged to communicate .with the doctor when needed. Full disclosure of medical diagnosis is necessary for the caregiver to give her best service to client. The very best relationships develop when people take the time to communicate. Encourage your caregiver to discuss working conditions with you if something seems amiss.
Caregivers thrive when they feel salary raises are possible.
Have respect for the caregiver's plans. Try to avoid asking for last minute coverage. Be careful that you do not increase caregiver's workload without also increasing her wage. A client who requires care and attention during the night hours must compensate caregiver for interruption in sleep. A decline in health requires an increase in caregiver's pay.