This program, sponsored through the Illinois Department on Aging,
is designed to provide some of the services needed for Senior Citizens to avoid
nursing home or hospital placement, by strengthening their ability to function
in their own home and remain independent longer yet still allowing them to retain a
sense of dignity and self-esteem.
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We attempt to match our Homemakers and clients, based on language and
cultural backgrounds.
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EAA currently employ Homemakers who speak English,
Romanian, Ukrainian, Russian, Polish, Lithuanian, Spanish, and others.
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Homemakers help Seniors do the simple tasks of daily life, which as they
age, may become more difficult to perform.
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Sometimes the Homemaker is the only human contact a Senior may have.
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Homemakers see their clients on a regular basis and often are the first
to notice changes in the clients condition, which enables us to alert the
family or their health care providers of these changes.
Overview
Since
mid 1993, European American Association (EAA) has assisted Chicago Seniors
through the Homemaker Program and after years of hard work and determination we
now employ over 350 Homemakers and serve more than 700 Senior Clients each month.
EAA assists English and non-English speaking clients by
attempting to match our Homemakers and clients, based on language and cultural
backgrounds. Those
who help seniors know the aging process can sometimes be a lonely and
frightening experience, but when there is also a language barrier, the feeling
of isolation can truly be overwhelming.
As people age,
illnesses and chronic conditions often make it harder for them to do the simple
tasks of daily life. Some of the first tasks that become difficult are
grocery shopping, house cleaning, and laundry. As they become weaker, they may
be unable to prepare meals or need help with eating, bathing, and dressing.
This program allows our caring Homemakers to help in areas of need, which for
some of our clients, may be the only human contact they have.
In short it's a win-win program, saving the state a huge amount
in nursing home costs, while at the same time creating meaningful employment for
thousands, It provides the support needed to help Senior Citizens remain
at home and live independent longer while allowing them to retain a sense of
dignity and self-esteem.
For more information in
the Chicago Area Call
Chicago Department on Aging @ (312)
744-4016
Employment Opportunities:
EAA is always looking for responsible caring people who live in the
Chicago area, enjoy housekeeping, assisting older persons and who are looking
for rewarding part-time employment. English is not necessary and a second
language is a plus. Pre-employment training, Police background check and
proof of work authorization is required.
