Posts by Gretchen Curry, MSPH
Celebrating 35 years in Business! Letter to Those Responsible for StaffLink’s Success!
Today, on March 7, 2022, StaffLink is celebrating 35 years in business! We are grateful to reach this milestone! As I and my team celebrate this milestone, I want to say “thank you” to all those who are responsible for helping StaffLink reach this milestone. As I and other business owners entered the beginning of…
Read MoreTen (10) Tips to Keep Seniors and Caregivers Safe as the Omicron Variant Wanes in St. Louis, MO
The St. Louis region and Missouri experienced a major battle against the Omicron variant during the recent months of December and January. The virus was definitely winning in many of those weeks and days. We experienced a significant increase in persons testing positive, in hospitalizations and in deaths from the virus. Hospitals were full, waits…
Read MoreThirty (30) Self-Care Tips to Help for Seniors and Caregivers Fight the Winter Blues in this Extended Pandemic
The pandemic started in February 2020. We are in the third winter season of COVID -19 pandemic. Prior to the pandemic, winter was acknowledged as a season that could bring about what is known as the “winter blues.” With the addition of the pandemic, which has gone on and on, the feeling of the winter…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide for Paying for Home Care Services in St. Louis, MO in 2022
You have many options to pay for home care services in St. Louis, MO. Some of your best options are listed below! What type of Home Care Does Medicare Cover? Medicare pays for forty-one (41) percent of home care services. Medicare is the federally funded health insurance available to individuals that are 65 or older. Medicare currently…
Read MoreStaffLink’s Approach to COVID-19 Vaccinations for Employees
As we are entering the third year of the pandemic and second year that the vaccines are available to combat the COVID-19 virus, I wanted to share our approach on employee vaccinations. First, I never thought our country and the world would be going into a third year with the pandemic still so viral. I…
Read MoreSix (6) Ways to Say “Thank You” to a Caregiver for Valentine’s Day
You and millions of family members across America may have a primary family or professional caregiver that assist a special loved one by providing caregiving on a daily basis. Millions of family caregivers and professional caregivers provide care on a daily basis for our family members. Seventy (70) million of them are family caregivers. Many…
Read MoreFamily Caregivers are the Real Valentines and Caregiving Takes Real Heart
Valentine’s Day will be celebrated on February 14th. The most recognizable visual of Valentine’s Day is the red heart. I have been a family caregiver. I own an agency that provides assistance to family caregivers. I want to honor family and professional caregivers across America on this Valentine’s Day. I know that caregiving takes real heart and true…
Read MoreStaffLink Provides RNs & LPNs for Around-the-Clock Private Duty Nursing Care in St. Louis MO Region
StaffLink has been offering around-the-clock Registered Nurse (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) care for nearly 35 years. Families are frequently told, upon a loved one being discharged from the hospital, that they need “around-the-clock” skilled care. Families are told that their loved one needs to be admitted in a long-term care facility or…
Read More12 Tips for Caregivers and Seniors on How to Stay Safe and in Shape Like a Winter Olympian during the Pandemic
Stay in shape like a Winter Olympian! The 2022 Bejing Winter Olympics will start on February 3rd and last through February 20th. I love the Olympics! I look forward to watching figure skating, cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, ski jumping, ice hockey, bobsledding, snowboarding, curling, speed skating and more. On top of being the Founder…
Read MoreStaffLink is Hiring a Service Coordinator
StaffLink is experiencing growth. Due to our growth StaffLink is advertising and interviewing candidates for the position of Service Coordinator. We are seeking an administrative person to recruit, hire and schedule nursing and home health personnel. The job is full-time with benefits. The hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 5:00 pm. Candidate must have…
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