Quick answer: Caregiver Jobs Training Assisting Hands Home Care Michigan affects roughly 1 in 4 adults in our practice. Effective treatment starts with a targeted diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Township practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM · Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon · Last reviewed: April 2026 · Editorial Policy
✅ Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist · Last updated April 6, 2026
Caregiver Jobs & Training [Assisting Hands Home Care Michigan]
👉Are you looking for caregiver jobs or caretaker jobs? At Assisting Hands home care in Michigan, we can help!👈
Apply for the best caregiver job or the best caretaker job at our Michigan offices:
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(Feel free to also refer a friend for an added bonus if they start with us!)
Directions to our office:
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We do offer Assisting Hands Home Care caregiver jobs & caretaker jobs in Michigan:
New Hudson, Mi
South Lyon, Mi
Novi, Mi
Brighton, Mi
Howell, Mi,
Farmington Hills, Mi
White Lake, Mi
Ann Arbor, Mi
Ypsilanti, Mi
Milford, Mi
Get your CPR Certification (2 best cost options):
1) https://www.nationalcprfoundation.com…
2) https://www.cpr.io/
This CPR test can be performed online and will meet our requirements.
TB Test:
These are more expensive at urgent care at around $60.
Health insurance and your primary doctor can generally cover these.
Community clinics are generally the cheapest at around $20 or less.
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Get Home Care Assistance in Michigan with Assisting Hands Home Care:
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Foot and Nail Care for Home Care Patients in Michigan: Professional Services Available
Michigan home care patients and the caregivers who support them often face challenges with nail care, skin care, and foot monitoring that are difficult to manage without professional assistance. At Balance Foot & Ankle, we provide podiatric services for patients who have difficulty with self-care due to mobility limitations, visual impairment, diabetes, or other conditions — including toenail trimming and debridement, callus and corn treatment, diabetic foot examinations, and wound care for patients with chronic or non-healing foot wounds. For caregivers managing a patient with diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, or other conditions that increase foot complication risk, regular professional foot care visits are an important component of the patient’s overall health maintenance. Balance Foot & Ankle accepts Medicare and most major Michigan insurance plans for covered foot care services. Michigan caregivers seeking professional foot care for their patients can call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 to discuss services and schedule an appointment at our Howell or Bloomfield Township office.
Expert Podiatric Evaluation for Michigan Patients: Balance Foot & Ankle
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Michigan patients with foot or ankle conditions requiring expert evaluation can schedule with Balance Foot & Ankle, a fellowship-trained podiatric surgery practice serving Livingston County from our Howell office (4330 E Grand River) and Oakland County from our Bloomfield Township office (43494 Woodward Ave #208). We provide the full spectrum of podiatric care: conservative management including custom orthotics, bracing, injection therapy, and physical therapy coordination; advanced interventional options including EPAT (extracorporeal pulse activation therapy) for tendinopathy and plantar fasciitis; and surgical correction for structural, traumatic, and degenerative foot and ankle conditions. In-office digital X-ray is available at both locations for same-visit imaging. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Medicare, and most Medicare Advantage plans. Same-week new patient appointments are available — call (810) 206-1402 to schedule with Balance Foot & Ankle.
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4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
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When to See a Podiatrist
If foot or ankle pain has been bothering you for more than a few weeks, home care alone may not be enough. Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-week appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Township clinics — no referral needed in most cases. Bring your current shoes and a short list of symptoms and we’ll build you a treatment plan in one visit.
Call Balance Foot & Ankle: (810) 206-1402 · Book online · Offices in Howell & Bloomfield Township
Pros & Cons of Conservative Care for foot care
Advantages
- ✓ Conservative care first
- ✓ Same-week appointments
- ✓ Multiple insurance accepted
Considerations
- ✗ Self-treatment can mask issues
- ✗ See a podiatrist if pain >2 weeks
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About Your Care Team at Balance Foot & Ankle
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM · Board-Certified Foot & Ankle Surgeon. Specializes in conservative-first care, minimally invasive bunion surgery, and complex reconstruction.
Dr. Carl Jay, DPM · Accepting new patients. Specializes in sports medicine, athletic injuries, and routine podiatric care.
Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM, AACFAS · Accepting new patients. Specializes in surgical reconstruction and pediatric podiatry.
Locations: 4330 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843 · 43494 Woodward Ave Suite 208, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · (810) 206-1402
Get Expert Help at Balance Foot & Ankle
If this condition is affecting your daily activities or hasn’t improved with home treatment, schedule an evaluation with Dr. Tom Biernacki. We offer same-day appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Township locations and accept most insurance including Medicare. Most patients are walking comfortably within 4-6 weeks of starting our protocol — conservative care first, surgery only when needed.
Call (810) 206-1402 or request an appointment online. Our team responds within 1 business hour during clinic days.
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Our podiatrists treat the underlying cause, not just the symptom. Same-week appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Township, Michigan offices.
Visit Balance Foot & Ankle — Same-Day Appointments Available
Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Township. If you’re dealing with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a foot injury, we have same-day appointment availability.
Same-day appointments available. (810) 206-1402
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists in Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of clinical experience, he specializes in heel pain, bunions, diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Biernacki is a member of the APMA and ACFAS, and his patient education content on MichiganFootDoctors.com and YouTube has made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.
More questions patients ask
What training is required for home health aides in Michigan?
Michigan home health aide (HHA) training requirements for Medicare-certified agencies: minimum 75 hours of training (16 hours classroom/skills lab + 16 hours supervised practical training), competency evaluation covering: bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting, transferring, ambulation, wound care basics, vital signs, infection control, safety and emergency procedures, and communication. Ongoing in-service training (12 hours/year minimum for Medicare agencies) is required. CNAs must complete Michigan-approved programs and pass a competency exam for registry listing. Specific foot care training for diabetic patients is highly recommended but not universally mandated. Balance Foot & Ankle in Howell (4330 E Grand River) and Bloomfield Township (43494 Woodward Ave #208) supports care team education — call (810) 206-1402.
What skills do the best home caregivers develop over time?
Experienced home caregivers develop expertise in: recognizing early signs of health deterioration before they become emergencies, reading non-verbal cues in cognitively impaired patients, efficient and safe transfer and mobility assistance, skin and wound monitoring, medication management within scope, de-escalating challenging behaviors in dementia patients, navigating complex family dynamics, and coordinating with the medical team effectively. Foot health monitoring is a critical skill — experienced caregivers often catch diabetic foot problems early. The best caregivers have strong observation, communication, and compassion skills combined with technical competency. Balance Foot & Ankle trains and educates home care teams on foot health monitoring — call (810) 206-1402.
How does caregiver training address fall prevention?
Fall prevention is a core component of caregiver training: identifying fall risk factors (medications, foot problems, environmental hazards, cognitive impairment), proper use of mobility aids (walkers, canes, wheelchairs), correct gait belt technique, safe transfer procedures, home hazard assessment and modification recommendations, promoting exercise and activity to maintain strength, proper footwear guidance (a major, modifiable fall risk), and appropriate response when a patient falls. Foot conditions are major fall contributors — caregivers trained to identify painful foot conditions, improper footwear, and neuropathy symptoms can proactively reduce fall risk. Balance Foot & Ankle in Howell and Bloomfield Township treats foot conditions that contribute to fall risk — call (810) 206-1402.
What infection control practices should home caregivers follow?
Core infection control for home caregivers: thorough hand washing before and after all patient contact (20+ seconds with soap and water), proper glove use and removal technique, appropriate disposal of soiled materials (dedicated waste bags for dressings and wound care supplies), cleaning and disinfecting shared equipment between patients, avoiding cross-contamination between body areas during wound care, recognizing and reporting signs of infection, staying home when ill to prevent infecting vulnerable patients, and following standard precautions for blood and body fluid exposure. Foot wound care requires particularly diligent infection control — wound bacteria can rapidly become systemic in high-risk patients. Balance Foot & Ankle provides wound care protocols — call (810) 206-1402.
What are the signs of caregiver burnout and how can it be prevented?
Caregiver burnout signs include: chronic exhaustion that doesn't improve with rest, increasing cynicism or detachment from work, reduced empathy or compassion, increased errors or near-misses in care, physical symptoms (back pain, headaches, recurrent illness), withdrawal from personal relationships, and feeling overwhelmed or helpless. Prevention strategies: realistic scheduling with adequate rest between shifts, regular supervision and support from the care agency, clear scope-of-practice boundaries, physical conditioning and proper body mechanics to prevent injury, peer support and debriefing opportunities, and regular recognition of the value of the work. For caregivers with work-related foot pain from prolonged standing, Balance Foot & Ankle in Howell (4330 E Grand River) and Bloomfield Township (43494 Woodward Ave #208) provides treatment — call (810) 206-1402.
Still have a question about coverage or cost? Book online and we will check your benefits before your visit: Book in Howell · Book in Bloomfield Township. Prefer to talk it through first? Call (810) 206-1402.