About

FirstLight HomeCare of Licking & Fairfield Counties, OH Kathy Kotowski and David Newland met in high school and now -- years later -- they run FirstLight HomeCare. They know that one of the most important ways to help their clients is to understand their require for privacy. When going to a home to provide an assessment, they will take off any signage that implies caregivers belong to an agency. If a client prefers it, caregivers do not wear scrubs or their name badge when accompanying a client to help run errands or just to get some fresh air. Caregivers are also trained to encourage elders, who are able, to remain active for as long as possible while providing companionship, comfort and assistance. This helps older adults maintain the independence that's needed to be an integral part of keeping their household running and ensuring their own health and safety. Kathy and David know that creating an atmosphere of responsibility and warmth for their staff directly translates to the way their caregivers provide the highest amount of care. They have a low staff turnover and plan out meetings so that all the caregivers get to know other community members of their staff to feel a sense of camaraderie. Staff community members are never left alone and have the reassurance that their calls will be answered 24/7 by the owners. Kathy and David strongly believe that their caregivers are their greatest assets, urging all of them to continue their education, especially in dementia training, and providing monetary incentives for those that do. If you're looking for smart, reliable caregivers to help you or a loved one around the house, contact FirstLight HomeCare today! Agency Type: We are a full-service agency. Caregivers are our employees. Certified by State: My business is certified as required by the state Language(s): English Spanish Types of Care: Light housekeeping Bathing Toileting Meal preparation Errands Grocery shopping Accompany clients to doctors' appointments Memory care Transfer assistance Managing finances/bookkeeping Dressing Grooming Companionship Exercise Walking Wheelchair Staff Includes: Personal Care Assistant Care Companion Car Coordinators Staff Screening: We interview every team member in person We check references We ensure that our team members are immunized for influenza, hepatitis B, tuberculosis, and other communicable illnesses We check driving records We check credit history We confirm legal U.S. Residency We require drug screenings We check sexual offender databases We have them take a CQA test so we know their personality to better match them with clients. Staff Training: Staff community members are trained when they are hired Staff community members receive ongoing/continuing training Patient transfers Stress management Grief issues Family communication Transition issues Memory care Validation therapy Caregivers Bonded and Insured: Yes Payroll, Taxes, and Benefits: Yes Care Can Be Provided In: We provide care in the client's home We provide care in assisted living facilities We provide overnight care We provide short-term or one-time care We provide live-in care We provide respite care We provide care in hospice We provide care in the hospital Payment Options: Insurance Credit card Check Cash Get Costs