Below are letters received by Sunshine Care Network from former clients, detailing their experience with our caregivers.
“As the adult daughter of an aging parent I have had the responsibility of finding extra care and companionship for my elderly mother. It was a great stroke of luck for both of us that we were able to hire the Sunshine Care Network.
The caregivers provided help with her evening medication, dinner, overnight care, and, as it turned out much more during the months prior to mom’s move into a senior’s residence. It is a very difficult time for both the elderly person who is losing independence and for family members who need to accept this fact. Having the support of these warm and empathetic young women was an unexpected gift for easing the transition from mom’s own home into care.
We are so grateful to ‘our caregivers’ for their initiative and imagination in caring for mom. She was taken out for treats or to the beach to snuggle up and watch the sunset, or just out for an evening walk or drive. Her nanny would chat with her and go through old photos and mementos by the hour and mom came to regard them as ‘her girls’ …. ‘you know’, she’d say, ‘my young ones’. I thank the caregivers for their interest and empathy. What a special time for mom!
There was fine consistency in the care provided, both in staffing and routine. Our caregivers communicated daily with each other and with myself. Also, a daily journal was kept. As mom’s care needs increased the caregivers completely accepted new responsibility and always treated mom with great respect. If ever extra care hours were needed they were right there!
Mom’s ‘girls’ would often drop by just for a quick visit outside their working hours. They were at her 91st birthday party and again for a farewell.
I can recommend most highly the elder care provided by the Sunshine Care Network.”
Nancy, Sechelt BC
“I am the daughter of 91 year old parents, my Mom has dementia and my Dad is visually impaired. There is such a feeling of helplessness when the parents that have loved and supported you start to fail. There are so many questions and it is so hard to find the way to get help. Luckily I found Sunshine Care Network. They truly understand the challenges that the elderly face and have offered solutions to keep Mom & Dad in their home. Caroline and the staff have made such a difference; they are caring and provide support that is so much appreciated. Thank you! “
Jackie
“I am extremely satisfied and pleased with the services Sunshine Care Network provided for my 89 year old mother while I was away. I am usually her caregiver and she cannot stay alone at night but I felt safe and assured that she would be just fine while Caroline and her team were on hand to help my Mum, every night for two weeks. They arrived at the house in the evening and made sure she was safely tucked into bed for the night. They locked up the house and made her feel calm and at ease and not alone or afraid. They were friendly and patient with her and made sure she was happy and comfortable before leaving in the morning. Both myself and my Mum can recommend Sunshine Care Network with complete confidence for their excellent level of elder care.”
Gillian Gratton