Caregiver shortages, escalating costs, improvements in technology, Increased regulation, and a new cultural mindset have combined to make it advantageous for families to hire experienced, independent caregivers directly. This new approach provides key advantages over the traditional homecare agency, including: More control: You make the decisions! More consistency: Everyone benefits from stable caregiver-family relationships Experienced & credentialed professional caregivers Able to meet more extensive needs: Including 24/7 care and Live-In arrangements Happier caregivers: Increased satisfaction with higher wages and more stability Affordability: You will likely spend less than the alternatives!