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Clara Editorial Team

Content & Communications Team

Content & Communications Team

The Clara Editorial Team is dedicated to providing trusted, practical insights for families navigating home care. Drawing on expertise in caregiving, healthcare, and family support, the team creates content to empower readers with clear, compassionate guidance. Whether you're hiring a caregiver, managing care for a loved one, or exploring home care options, Clara is here to help you make confident, informed decisions.

a senior evaluating the I-9 of a private caregiver
a senior evaluating the I-9 of a private caregiver

Taxes and Legal

Understanding the I-9 Process for Domestic Employees

Understanding the I-9 Process for Domestic Employees

Hiring a caregiver? Don't skip Form I-9—it’s a legal must for household employers.

a senior feeling isolated
a senior feeling isolated

Senior Health

This Is Ageist: When Seniors Feel Dismissed by the System

This Is Ageist: When Seniors Feel Dismissed by the System

Ageism harms seniors' health and dignity—here's how private, in-home care can help restore both.

a senior who needs in-home care
a senior who needs in-home care

Caregiving 101

What to Do If Your Parent Refuses Help

What to Do If Your Parent Refuses Help

Struggling to get a parent to accept help? Start small, stay patient, and lead with empathy.

an senior in need of in-home care
an senior in need of in-home care

Senior Health

Osteoporosis in Older Adults: What Every Caregiver Should Know

Osteoporosis in Older Adults: What Every Caregiver Should Know

Support bone health and independence with care for seniors with osteoporosis.

a senior and her private in-home caregiver
a senior and her private in-home caregiver

Taxes and Legal

Why Every Caregiver Should Sign a Written Agreement (and What to Include)

Why Every Caregiver Should Sign a Written Agreement (and What to Include)

A written caregiver agreement protects families and caregivers with terms, rights, and expectations.

a senior aging in place
a senior aging in place

Senior Health

Why Aging in Place Is the New Reality for Most Baby Boomers

Why Aging in Place Is the New Reality for Most Baby Boomers

Seniors can’t afford assisted living—and aging in place is reshaping the housing and care market.

Taxes and Legal

Your Legal Liabilities as a Household Employer—Simplified

Your Legal Liabilities as a Household Employer—Simplified

Hiring a caregiver at home? Know your legal responsibilities to protect your family and finances.

Senior Health

Warning Signs Of Vision Loss In Seniors—And What To Do Next

Warning Signs Of Vision Loss In Seniors—And What To Do Next

Spot the signs of vision loss and learn how to support seniors with vision loss to age in place.

Senior Health

“They Were Talking to Each Other, But Not to Me”: Understanding the Patient Experience During Hospital-to-SNF Transitions

“They Were Talking to Each Other, But Not to Me”: Understanding the Patient Experience During Hospital-to-SNF Transitions

Improving hospital-to-SNF transitions with better communication and advocacy.

a senior and her caregiver
a senior and her caregiver

Caring for Family

Managing Caregiver Expectations and Family Boundaries

Managing Caregiver Expectations and Family Boundaries

Set boundaries and expectations for a healthier, more sustainable caregiving journey.

a private caregiver being interviewed for a home care job
a private caregiver being interviewed for a home care job

Finding Care

How to Vet an Independent Caregiver Without an Agency

How to Vet an Independent Caregiver Without an Agency

Step-by-step guide to safely hiring an independent caregiver without using an agency.

a private caregiver pushing a senior in a wheelchair
a private caregiver pushing a senior in a wheelchair

Senior Health

Stroke Awareness Month: Navigating Recovery After the Crisis

Stroke Awareness Month: Navigating Recovery After the Crisis

Understand the stroke recovery journey and how to support loved ones every step of the way.

an elderly man and his caregiver
an elderly man and his caregiver

Taxes and Legal

Why "Under The Table" Employment Is A Ticking Time Bomb

Why "Under The Table" Employment Is A Ticking Time Bomb

Avoid legal and financial risks—hire your caregiver the right way.

Taxes and Legal

The Importance of Proper Contracts for Domestic Workers—Especially For Private Caregivers

The Importance of Proper Contracts for Domestic Workers—Especially For Private Caregivers

Contracts protect caregivers and families—laying the groundwork for trust, clarity, and fairness.

Caring for Family

Smart Home Devices for Aging in Place: What’s Worth the Investment in 2025?

Smart Home Devices for Aging in Place: What’s Worth the Investment in 2025?

Smart home tech that helps seniors live safely and independently at home in 2025.

an elderly woman opening her fridge in her kitchen
an elderly woman opening her fridge in her kitchen

Senior Health

Digestive Health Tips for Seniors: Why It’s Often Overlooked

Digestive Health Tips for Seniors: Why It’s Often Overlooked

Digestive health is vital for seniors but often overlooked. Learn how personalized care can help.

Caregiving 101

What If I Only Need Home Care for a Few Hours a Week?

What If I Only Need Home Care for a Few Hours a Week?

Learn about your options if you only need minimal home care.

Senior home care for stroke patient by a private caregiver
Senior home care for stroke patient by a private caregiver

Paying for Care

What is the cost of in-home care for stroke patients in California?

What is the cost of in-home care for stroke patients in California?

Stroke recovery at home: what it costs and what affects the price of in-home care in California.

a family caregiver providing home care for her senior loved one
a family caregiver providing home care for her senior loved one

Caring for Family

Can a Family Member Be Paid to Be a Caretaker in California?

Can a Family Member Be Paid to Be a Caretaker in California?

Learn how family caregivers in California can get paid for providing in-home care.

a senior and his caregiver at home
a senior and his caregiver at home

Caring for Family

When Is It Time for Assisted Living—or Is In-Home Care the Better Choice?

When Is It Time for Assisted Living—or Is In-Home Care the Better Choice?

Read this short guide for families who are thinking about assisted living for their loved one.

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Better care starts with Clara.

Find, hire, and pay top-notch caregivers without the headache for a price that fits your budget.

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Better care starts with Clara.

Find, hire, and pay top-notch caregivers without the headache for a price that fits your budget.

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