Caregivers are all around us. They are part of our everyday activities. But just because they are there doesn’t mean they are all great caregivers. What separates your average caregiver from the great caregivers are some traits and work habits that stand out above the norm. Those who have experienced a great caregiver can easily make a list of what makes them exceptional and sets them apart from the crowd. At Dobson Healthcare we work hard to hire only the best caregivers available. Our Human Resource Department and Care Team Coordinators work hard to hire those who display the characteristics that make great caregivers:
- Empathy and compassion. Dobson Healthcare caregivers work with people in their homes, therefore it is essential that our caregivers feel a strong desire to want to help. By showing empathy and compassion Dobson caregivers will let the person they are caring for know that they care about the person and want to do what they can to help them.
- Patience. When Dobson Healthcare caregivers work with someone who needs home care it is important that they are patient and understanding.
- Reliable. Dobson caregivers are great caregivers that can be counted on to be there. If a Dobson caregiver is scheduled to be at a clients home to provide home care every Thursday morning, our caregivers shows up, unless there is an emergency. Those needing home care services need a reliable and dependable caregivers and Dobson prides our self in having caregivers who are!
- Flexible. As with most things in life, home care needs may change and unexpected events can happen. A Dobson caregiver will be prepared to go with the flow, being flexible, so that they can continue to provide good home care, even if a rigid schedule isn’t being followed.
We Are Proud to Announce the 2011 Verlene Ritter Award Recipient
Leslie K., CENA – Bay City, Corporate Office
This award is dedicated to an outstanding Dobson Healthcare Services, Inc. employee who has shown their ability to provide excellent care and an unforgettable positive experience to our clients.
This year’s recipient is Leslie K., a CENA from the Bay City, Corporate Office. Leslie has been a dedicated and loyal employee since January, 2011. She has been chosen for this award because of her scheduling flexibility, her ability to work well in difficult situations, and her strong clinical skills. Additionally, she has excellent communication skills with our clients, client’s family members, and the office. It is obvious she is very caring and passionate about her job.
Thank you Leslie for your continued hard work and commitment to our clients and Dobson!
Many of our clients and their families have benefitted over the years from the current no-fault auto insurance that is required in the State of Michigan, with the proposed changes on the table for the legislators we want you to consider what would happen if we were to lose these benefits. If you haven’t suffered a catastrophic injury from an accident the true cost of your care and recovery is hard to wrap your head around, but for those who have they can tell you about how quickly the cost of care piles up. With a proposed cap on the benefits many in Michigan will quickly exhaust their benefits in the years to come. To find out more about what these proposed changes would mean to you and your family we suggest you check out this article.
If you would like to write to your representatives in support of keeping the current no-fault insurance standards in the state, you can find out more information on the CPAN website.