As i approached my mid-eighties, and with the loss of my life partner. I realized changes were needed in my day-to-day life. And so I started to look around to see what was available in terms of In-Home Care and Assisted Living. I ultimately chose In-Home Care versus Assisted living simply because of the fact I can receive the same services I am requesting in the comfort of my own home. And still be surrounded by familiar sights, be able to sit on my own couch, take a stroll in my yard, and go on a nice long walk with my Dog (Zoey) while being accompanied by my Caregiver.
After researching several In-Home Care agencies, I selected Nurse Next Door as the perfect fit. Soon after I made the initial phone call to them, someone reached out and was able to quickly set up a date and time to when we could meet. Rashi, a care specialist from their team came over and we sat out in my backyard. After chatting for a few minutes, there was an instant click with the both of us and I knew right away I had found what I was looking for. She went over who and what Nurse Next Door is in the most detailed way possible, and learning more about myself and my needs to put together a wonderful Care Plan that would fit those needs in the best way possible.
Nurse Next Door believes in the Perfect Match. That same day and after talking for some time, Rashi already had Caregiver in mind that she thought would fit right in with me. Joanne, a caregiver, who is a wonderful and caring young lady came on the first day when services were scheduled. And since that time Joanne and I have developed a close relationship, learning about each other and doing a variety of enjoyable things together. Some examples are, grocery shopping at Trader Joe's, going to Doctor's appointments, taking long dog walks, light housekeeping (vacuuming), and having endless fun conversations.
My life partner and I enjoyed all types of music, and after he passed everything was left all scattered. Joanne was able to help me collect and organize all of the various CD's by music type. She also was so kind to help me find and take me to an electronics repair shop that would fix my 200+ CD Changer. Once the CD changer was back to life, she then made me a hand written list of all of my favorite CD's that were put into the CD Changer, that consisted of more that 200 artists. Now it brings me to happy tears that I am able to listen to all these songs that were tied to happy times with my life partner and remember all the good times and also share them with Joanne.
Nurse Next Door is 24/7, and it was wonderful to know I can always reach them for anything. After being provided services from Nurse Next Door for a whole year and getting to know the whole team personally, I highly recommend them. Especially if you are looking for In-Home Care that is available 24/7, quick to respond, caring to your needs, and looking to gain a new friend. read more