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TEYTE Inc dba Love and CareDSS# 424700029
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Frequently asked questions
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1. Does Love and Care assist with rehabilitation and hospital discharge after an accident?
Yes, Love and Care is licensed and experienced in assisting clients immediately following hospital discharge, including after accidents or surgeries. We offer dedicated 24/7 support as needed during rehabilitation, and we’re widely known and regularly recommended by hospitals throughout Santa Barbara.
2. What differentiates Love and Care from private caregivers?
Love and Care is fully licensed by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) , ensuring caregiving services are regulated, safe, and reliable. Unlike private caregiving—which lacks formal oversight, proper background screening, and regulated training—we offer structured accountability, rigorous training standards, and comprehensive protections, providing true peace of mind.
3. Is Love and Care a licensed home care provider?
Yes, Love and Care is a fully licensed home care provider under the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) , meeting all state standards and requirements for caregiving services (License #: 424700029).
4. How are caregivers trained?
Our caregivers complete over 30 hours of annual training , covering dementia care, elder abuse reporting, activities of daily living, safety procedures, and emergency response. This ensures care is consistently delivered with professionalism, compassion, and compliance.
5. Do caregivers undergo background checks?
Absolutely. All caregivers undergo mandatory fingerprint-based background checks and thorough reference verification as required by California law, ensuring the safety and trustworthiness of each caregiver.
6. How does Love and Care support families with Long-Term Care Insurance?
Love and Care assists families by helping them understand and navigate their Long-Term Care Insurance policies. While families remain responsible for direct payment to Love and Care, we simplify reimbursement by preparing and submitting required documentation—such as invoices, care notes, and relevant records—to your Long-Term Care Insurance provider.
7. Does Love and Care provide overnight and 24/7 caregiving services?
Yes, Love and Care provides flexible overnight and 24/7 caregiving services every day of the year , ensuring your loved ones receive reliable and professional support exactly when it’s needed.
8. Will I have the same caregiver consistently?
At Love and Care, our goal is to ensure consistency by assigning the same caregiver whenever possible, fostering meaningful and familiar relationships. However, if your regular caregiver is unavailable, our trained and certified team ensures a reliable backup caregiver is always ready, guaranteeing continuous and uninterrupted care.
9. How quickly can Love and Care respond and provide support after a hospital stay or emergency?
Love and Care is known in the community for its rapid and responsive care. Our dedicated care manager immediately assesses client needs, prepares personalized care plans, and swiftly matches caregivers—often within hours of discharge. We’re well-known and frequently recommended by hospitals across Santa Barbara, ensuring prompt and reliable assistance when you need it most.