Gloria and John Barton are in their late 70s, enjoying their golden years and the independence that the company offers them.
"I think anybody would prefer to stay in their own home," Gloria said. Workers help them with household chores, like some laundry and vacuuming. The Bartons said they found the company more affordable than a retirement community.
© 2009 Microsoft
February 13, 2009
USA: Business Booming For Senior Care Company
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OMAHA, Nebraska / MSNBC / TheOmahaChannel / February 13, 2009
A local company has seen business boom as a baby-boomer population continues to age. Home Instead Senior Care, which has affiliate offices around the world, offers care giving to senior citizens living at home.
The population older than 65 is expected to double by 2050, and Home Instead plans to double its workforce during the next three years. As the demand grows, so does the pool of applicants, said spokeswoman Trisha Groth.
Gloria and John Barton are in their late 70s, enjoying their golden years and the independence that the company offers them.
"I think anybody would prefer to stay in their own home," Gloria said. Workers help them with household chores, like some laundry and vacuuming. The Bartons said they found the company more affordable than a retirement community.
© 2009 Microsoft
Gloria and John Barton are in their late 70s, enjoying their golden years and the independence that the company offers them.
"I think anybody would prefer to stay in their own home," Gloria said. Workers help them with household chores, like some laundry and vacuuming. The Bartons said they found the company more affordable than a retirement community.
© 2009 Microsoft
