Caregiver Newsletter

Welcome to Evergreen! Starting a new caregiving role often comes with plenty of questions. From clocking in to knowing what to wear, understanding our expectations helps you feel confident and prepared. And we understand that you may not remember everything from Orientation. So, here are answers to some common questions about working at Evergreen Private …

As caregivers, we are trusted with some of the most personal details of our clients’ lives. From their medical conditions and medications to their daily routines and personal circumstances, we have access to information that must always be treated with care, respect, and confidentiality. Protecting this information is more than a professional courtesy and our …

An overnight shift may be quieter than a daytime shift, but it is never less important. In many ways, overnight care carries an even greater responsibility because our clients are placing their safety, comfort, and well-being in our hands during the hours when they are most vulnerable, while they sleep. When a client and their …

One of the many ways we help our clients feel comfortable at home is by providing light household support. Simple tasks like washing dishes, tidying living areas, doing laundry, or making the bed can make a meaningful difference in a client’s daily life. At Evergreen, however, it’s important to remember that our primary role is …

Helping Our Evergreen Families Start the School Year Strong Back-to-school season is exciting, but it can also bring added financial stress. If you or someone you know could use a little extra support, these trusted community organizations offer school supplies, backpacks, after-school programs, childcare resources, and family assistance. Treasure Coast: Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River …

Caring for a client living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia requires more than helping with daily tasks, it requires patience, understanding, and a different approach to communication. One common challenge caregivers face is repeating information. A client may forget a conversation from just minutes earlier, ask the same question several times, or …

Dear Caregivers, Providing exceptional care requires professionalism in every aspect of our work, including how we present ourselves to clients, families, referral partners, and the communities we serve. As a reminder, effective as of January 1, all Evergreen caregivers were required to wear navy-blue scrubs while working any Evergreen shift. This requirement applies to all …

Why punctuality, communication, and calling out appropriately matter in home care At Evergreen, Respect is one of our core C.A.R.E. values. We often think of respect as kindness, professionalism, and how we speak to clients and families. Those things are true, but in home care, respect is also demonstrated through our actions. Unlike other workplaces, …