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Police officers in Denver now wear body cams to protect themselves from the outrageous accusations of folks calling themselves "citizens". So they don't have to prove or disprove anything anymore, it's all there on camera for everyone to see. That's what life has come down to in a mostly lawless society these days. While thugs rob stores in broad daylight with backpacks to the tune of UP TO $850 worth of merchandise so they won't get prosecuted, caregivers and police officers need to wear body cams to protect themselves from liars and thieves.
The place my mom is in have surveillance cameras in the public area. Personal bedrooms and bathrooms they do not. Alone time with the patient outside of visual/audio range of the camera is where the patient and the caregiver are at their most vulnerable.
If you have a patient that is prone to making accusations, have another employee with you so you're not alone with them. This cannot always be possible though.
If you’re a caregiver, seek permission for a body camera. Some can continuously record for 12 hours. Visual can be switched to audio only during moments when patient’s privacy should be respected; toileting, showers, etc.
Please share your experience with us, if you would like to.
How do you feel these situations could be avoided?
What do you feel is the appropriate way to handle false accusations?
I would say that it is best to prepare as much as you can beforehand to prevent potential problems.
Employers install cameras to protect their family members. They also protect the caregivers because a picture is worth a thousand words.
State laws vary. Our previous governor ruled that we are allowed to have cameras placed in a resident’s room in our facilities.
Make sure that you have a clearly defined contract in place.
Good communication is a must.
If you are not able to communicate directly with your client due to dementia, be certain that you will be able to communicate with a designated family member or the PoA.
I would get myself bonded and insured. I would keep a daily diary of my entire day as a caregiver. There are those here who do caregiving work, say Burnt Caregiver, who can tell you that no matter what you do in your own protection you may still suffer from false accusations. Be willing to take lie detector tests unless you are an overly nervous person who fears failing them just because you suffer a generalized guilt complex. Be open to any investigations and answer readily; tell them "let me grab my diary" which will trigger you to say "Oh, I remember this day; here's what happened. Just be open and honest and carry a big umbrella policy with your insurance. Won't stop false accusations but will provide you an attorney if ever needed I hope. But would check that out with the insurance co. because I don't KNOW.
Speak with other caregivers. If working with an agency ask THEM. If you have had some training as a caregiver they should already have provided you with some guidance. If you are truly finding you are overly worried about this I would consider buying an hour of time with an attorney.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
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If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
F.
You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
The place my mom is in have surveillance cameras in the public area. Personal bedrooms and bathrooms they do not. Alone time with the patient outside of visual/audio range of the camera is where the patient and the caregiver are at their most vulnerable.
If you have a patient that is prone to making accusations, have another employee with you so you're not alone with them. This cannot always be possible though.
If you’re a caregiver, seek permission for a body camera. Some can continuously record for 12 hours. Visual can be switched to audio only during moments when patient’s privacy should be respected; toileting, showers, etc.
Please share your experience with us, if you would like to.
How do you feel these situations could be avoided?
What do you feel is the appropriate way to handle false accusations?
I would say that it is best to prepare as much as you can beforehand to prevent potential problems.
Employers install cameras to protect their family members. They also protect the caregivers because a picture is worth a thousand words.
State laws vary. Our previous governor ruled that we are allowed to have cameras placed in a resident’s room in our facilities.
Make sure that you have a clearly defined contract in place.
Good communication is a must.
If you are not able to communicate directly with your client due to dementia, be certain that you will be able to communicate with a designated family member or the PoA.
Be willing to take lie detector tests unless you are an overly nervous person who fears failing them just because you suffer a generalized guilt complex. Be open to any investigations and answer readily; tell them "let me grab my diary" which will trigger you to say "Oh, I remember this day; here's what happened. Just be open and honest and carry a big umbrella policy with your insurance. Won't stop false accusations but will provide you an attorney if ever needed I hope. But would check that out with the insurance co. because I don't KNOW.
Speak with other caregivers.
If working with an agency ask THEM.
If you have had some training as a caregiver they should already have provided you with some guidance.
If you are truly finding you are overly worried about this I would consider buying an hour of time with an attorney.