Due to recommendations by the CDC and Cook County Public Health, mask use by both clients and volunteers is now required for all indoor visits and rides through Care Partners. While the vaccines work really well, given how contagious this
Legislative Changes May Help Volunteer Drivers
Minnesota recently passed legislation to help address two major issues facing volunteer driver programs. First, some auto insurance carriers were increasing volunteer driver insurance rates, treating them like cab, Uber, or Lyft drivers. Secondly, some volunteers ended up paying income
New Incident/Accident Report Form
Thanks to your diligence in following safety protocols and best practices, most Care Partners visits, rides, chores and deliveries “go off without a hitch.” However, if you or a client is injured or experiences an acute medical incident during a
Tech Support for You and Your Clients
Do you or a client need a little help figuring out how to manage technology? Perhaps your client wants to scan, archive, and/or share family photos electronically, or maybe use a smart phone to record stories for their children and
First Aid and Infection Control Supplies
Care Partners has a variety of free supplies available for volunteer use, including: first aid kits absorbent pads to protect car upholstery disposable emesis (vomit) bags masks hand sanitizer face shields disposable gloves and more… Supplies can be picked up
Care Partners is Hiring!
Care Partners is seeking a Caregiver Consultant to support family caregivers through coaching, dementia education, support group, and classes. Hours are flexible depending on availability and interest. The Caregiver Consultant listens to each client—assessing needs and goals, providing education, and