Braselton, GA – Dignity through Home Care

At 83 years of age, it was clear Diane that needed help taking care of her home and herself. She had several neighbors and friends who assisted her from time to time, but she realized that calling on them for help was placing them in an inconvenient situation. That was the last thing she wanted to do, but she was concerned about hiring home care through an agency in the area.

Just because she needed assistance getting up and down stairs, had trouble with her balance from time to time, or forgot some appointments here and there, she didn’t want to be treated like a child.  After all, her own daughter was treating her that way, and it was biggest reason why she didn’t want to ask her family for help.

There are numerous myths and misconceptions about professional home care.    But the reality is that millions of caregivers across the country, both professional and family caregivers, help seniors live independently in their own homes.  Being able to live independently, to make decisions about one’s own care, and to continue to have their opinions respected is an integral part of living with dignity. Increasing numbers of seniors throughout the United States are opting to remain home, even when they are facing numerous physical, mental, or health-related challenges.

Offering help while being respectful of the elderly clients’ opinions and boundaries is the best way to provide care in a dignified manner.  Although they may be frail and need help, they are not children.  An experienced home care provider is trained to meets the needs of the elderly in a dignified, respectable way.

The staff at Home Care Matters is available to talk with you and your family about all of your home care needs. Home Care Matters is a home care agency providing quality and affordable services in Braselton, GA and the surrounding areas. Call (678) 828-2195 for more information.

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Valerie Darling

Founder, Owner at Home Care Matters

Valerie was born in Miami, FL and after a few family moves, grew up locally in the Marietta, GA area.Valerie is the oldest of 4 (3 younger brothers).She is married and has one child.Valerie is the Founder, Owner and CEO of Home Care Matters.Valerie’s mom, Dee, is the inspiration and primary driver as the how and why the business was born.Valerie says, “My mom is never far from our thoughts.Mom was an integral part of developing and starting HCM before she passed away.Our goal is to stay true to her memory and continue to honor her with the love, values, and ethics she taught us.”

Valerie has the unique experience with home care as she has experienced it from both ends of the spectrum, as a caregiver and as needing care herself as a cancer survivor. Valerie says, “Taking care of someone you love is a physically, mentally and demanding labor of love.Taking care of my mom was the hardest thing I have ever done. It has given me an insight and perspective not many people understand unless you are doing it or have done it.I loved taking care of my mom.I love helping others take care of their love ones too.And now that I’ve been sick, it’s given me a whole new level of empathy and understanding for those who are sick and need help.”

Valerie’s schedule varies daily, but she loves visiting with our clients, families, caregivers, our network partners and being in the office.Says Valerie, “Every day is different, but I wake up excited about what we do, inspired by our team, clients and caregivers.I strive to be a resource to the community.I love my team and I love what we do every day. I like to think my mom would be proud.”

You can reach Valerie by email (Valerie@homecarematters.com) or in our office (770.965.4004).

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