State of Missouri Settles Lawsuit Over the Lack of “Private Duty Nursing” for Medically Fragile Children

State of Missouri Settles Lawsuit Over the Lack of "Private Duty Nursing" for Medically Fragile Children

The state of Missouri has settled a lawsuit with families of children with medically complex conditions regarding the allegations that the Department of Social Services failed to provide “private duty nursing” services that meet federal requirements. The children requiring these services need assistance with feeding, toileting, bathing, dressing, ambulation, ventilation management, and medication administration. The…

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SIX (6) ST. LOUIS DESTINATIONS THAT SENIORS MIGHT ENJOY THIS UPCOMING SPRING & SUMMER!

Senior Couple Outdoors

Spring weather and the end of mandatory masking has made many in our area eager to get outside and resume favorite activities that COVID brought to a halt for so long.  There are so many destinations in St. Louis that offer opportunities for seniors to enjoy our area.  The following are just a few venues,…

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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…

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Thirty (30) Self-Care Tips to Help for Seniors and Caregivers Fight the Winter Blues in this Extended Pandemic

Winter - Elderly couple walking in the park

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…

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The 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…

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StaffLink’s Approach to COVID-19 Vaccinations for Employees

Gretchen Curry

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…

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StaffLink Provides RNs & LPNs for Around-the-Clock Private Duty Nursing Care in St. Louis MO Region

Hospice Nurse visiting an elderly male patient

  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…

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St. Louis Home Caregivers Take Part in Home Care Vaccination Event

St. Louis Home Caregivers Take Part in Home Care Vaccination Event

StaffLink caregivers participated in a St. Louis home care vaccination event hosted on March 5th and March 26th at the Des Peres Lodge. The first vaccination was administered on March 5th and the second vaccination was administered on March 26th. For both dates the Pfizer vaccine was administered. The event was sponsored by the Missouri…

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Meet Pam Stone – Certified Care Manager-BSW

Meet Pam Stone - Certified Care Manager-BSW

StaffLink would like to introduce Pam Stone, our social worker and Certified Care Manager (CCM). Pam is certified through the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC).  This certification allows her to be an Advanced Professional member with Aging Life Care Association (ALCA).  Pam joined our team in 2012. She was recruited by a church friend,…

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Celebrating 34 Years in Business & 34 Things For Which I Am Grateful

Celebrating 34 Years in Business & 34 Things For Which I Am Grateful

This month StaffLink celebrated thirty-four (34) years in business. Thirty-four (34) years represents more than half of my life!   I am tremendously grateful for StaffLink’s longevity. Here are 34 additional things for which I am grateful! That StaffLink provides me with purposeful work and a steady livelihood The StaffLink office staff, their dedication is the…

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