“But I Can Find Someone Myself” — The Hidden Risks of Hiring a Private Caregiver

Many families believe they can simply find a helper on their own — someone who can live in and take care of an elderly parent for about 30,000 baht per month.

It sounds easy and affordable. But the truth is, what seems simple at first often becomes complicated later.

Hiring a private caregiver may look cheaper, but it rarely provides long-term safety, reliability, or peace of mind.

When You Hire on Your Own

People who hire independently often find a helper through Facebook groups, word of mouth, or informal agencies. These helpers may be kind and well-meaning, but they are usually untrained in elder care. They may not understand medication schedules, how to help someone move safely, or what to do in an emergency.

There’s also no supervision or backup. If your caregiver gets sick or decides to leave suddenly, care stops immediately. Families are left scrambling to find a replacement at short notice.

Language barriers can also make communication difficult, especially for expat families who need updates in English.

What Makes ElderThai Different

ElderThai was created to fix these problems. You’re not just hiring a person — you’re getting a full system of care and accountability.

Every ElderThai client receives:

• A trained caregiver matched to your situation and language needs.
• Ongoing nurse supervision to review progress and handle medical concerns.
• Guaranteed replacements if your caregiver can’t continue.
• Consistent communication in Thai and English.
• Legal, background-checked workers who are fairly paid and well supported.

When you work with ElderThai, you never have to wonder who’s coming to your home or whether they’ll show up tomorrow.

The Hidden Cost of “Cheap Care”

Families who try to manage elder care on their own often face stress, frustration, and risk that they never expected.
Maybe the caregiver quits after two months. Maybe medication is missed. Maybe a small accident becomes a big emergency because no one knew what to do.

By the time these problems happen, the family ends up spending more time, more money, and far more emotional energy than if they had chosen a structured service from the start.

Why Peace of Mind Matters

Elder care isn’t just about saving money. It’s about creating stability for someone you love.

With ElderThai, you have a nurse overseeing the plan, a trained caregiver you can trust, and an office team that communicates clearly with you and your family. You’ll always know who is in your home, what’s being done, and how your loved one is doing.

That’s the difference between hoping everything will be okay — and knowing it will be.