Start with the senior’s real care needs
Elder care can range from companionship and meal preparation to mobility assistance, hygiene routines and support around medical appointments. We ask practical questions so candidates understand the role before an interview.
What we assess during matching
- Previous experience supporting older adults
- Comfort with mobility assistance and personal-care routines
- Communication style, patience and willingness to learn
- Cooking requirements and household responsibilities
- Whether the home has stairs, mobility aids or specific routines
Sponsored care training where suitable
Psalm 23 helpers have access to CPR + AED certification in Singapore by SRFAC-certified instructors, as well as practical elder-care training conducted by Singapore Nursing Board-registered nurses specialising in home-care and geriatric care. For Caregivers Training Grant (CTG)-eligible employers, we can also arrange one-to-one elder-care home training tailored to the needs of the person being cared for.
A helper is not a nurse
We set expectations clearly. A domestic helper can support everyday routines but should not be treated as a substitute for clinical nursing care. Families should keep healthcare professionals involved where medical supervision is needed.
Support after placement
Psalm 23 remains available throughout the helper’s two-year contract to guide both employer and helper as routines settle and needs change.