When it comes to finding care for your loved one, the decision between hiring a private caregiver or working with a licensed home care agency can feel overwhelming. At California Seniors Care, we want to make that decision easier by explaining exactly what sets us apart—and why families across San Jose, Campbell, and surrounding areas choose our agency to care for the people they love most.
✅ 1. Certified, Screened, and Background-Checked Caregivers
At CSC, every caregiver is required to hold an active Home Care Aide (HCA) certificate issued by the California Department of Social Services. This isn’t just a formality—this certificate proves that our caregivers have passed a comprehensive background check, including fingerprinting through the DOJ and FBI.
💡 Private Care Risk: When hiring privately, families must manage and pay for their own background checks, and there’s no state oversight to ensure consistency or safety.
✅ 2. Health Safety Requirements: TB Testing
We prioritize health safety—not only for our clients, but for our caregivers too. Our staff are required to present up-to-date TB test results, refreshed every 2 to 5 years depending on the test type.
💡 Private Care Risk: Private caregivers may not be required—or even encouraged—to show proof of updated health screenings.
✅ 3. Full Insurance & Workers’ Comp Protection
CSC provides Workers’ Compensation Insurance, meaning that if one of our caregivers is injured on the job, they’re covered—and you won’t be held financially liable.
💡 Private Care Risk: If a privately hired caregiver is hurt while working in your home and they’re uninsured, the client or family may be held responsible for medical costs or lawsuits.
✅ 4. Reliable Backup Care When You Need It
Life happens—sometimes even the best caregivers get sick or have an emergency. When that happens, we don’t leave you stranded. At CSC, we have a qualified, trained backup caregiver ready to step in, ensuring your loved one continues receiving care with no interruption.
💡 Private Care Risk: If a private caregiver is unavailable, you’re left scrambling—possibly without care for the day.
✅ 5. We Handle the Paperwork, So You Don’t Have To
Hiring privately means you become the employer. That includes managing taxes, scheduling, liability, insurance, employment eligibility, and more. With CSC, we take care of all of that for you.
💡 Private Care Risk: Families who hire privately often underestimate the time, legal complexity, and paperwork involved.
Peace of Mind Comes Standard
Choosing CSC means you’re not just hiring a caregiver—you’re partnering with a professional, state-licensed care team that’s committed to safety, reliability, and your loved one’s well-being. With trained staff, ongoing support, and 24/7 availability, we offer peace of mind you simply can’t get from going it alone.
Let us do the heavy lifting—so you can focus on spending quality time with your loved one.
📞 Contact us today to learn how we can help.
If you or an aging loved one is considering home care in Campbell, CA, please contact the caring staff at California Seniors Care today! (408) 429-8665
California Seniors Care provides exceptional home care in Campbell, San Jose, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Milpitas, Mountain View, Santa Clara, Palo Alto, Saratoga, Bay Area, and Santa Clara County.
