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D2sek72 Asked November 2021

My mom is in a small care home. She is 91, has dementia and is on hospice. How much do I tip for the holidays? 3 aides and the owner. Thanks

gladimhere Nov 2021
I often sent Edible Arrangements to doctor's offices and facility that mom was in. They were always appreciated and they are very pretty.

ZippyZee Nov 2021
I agree w Grandma. Getting lunch or dinner or a similar thing for them would be less of a conflict of interest than giving cash.

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Grandma1954 Nov 2021
Ask what the policy is. Many prohibit gifts above a set amount. You could always arrange a breakfast or lunch to be brought in for the day staff and a dinner for evening staff. That way you are not singling out any one particular person. Examples might be a selection of donuts and fruit, yogurt and coffee or hot chocolate, a selection of cold cuts, cheeses and bread or rolls, or pizza for both afternoon and evening.
A written letter for staff explaining how you feel that they are doing a great job caring for mom. A copy for their personnel file. A nice letter to the owner thanking her for the care that mom is getting and praising the Care Home

freqflyer Nov 2021
D2sek72, when my Dad had 3 shifts of caregivers, I gave $25 Target Gift Cards to those who were regularly scheduled. This was a few years back, I probably would give more now a days.

Daughterof1930 Nov 2021
I’d ask the owner what would be appropriate for the aides and what’s been well received in the past. Do likewise for the owner

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