caregiver retention

Why Caregivers Cancel on Holidays and What You Can Actually Do About It?

Ah, the holidays. A time for cheer, hot cocoa, and… scheduling chaos for healthcare providers. If you’ve ever had a caregiver cancel right before a major holiday, you know the drill  frantic phone calls, last-minute scrambling, and an empty shift that should’ve been covered. Why does this always happen? And more importantly, what can you actually do about it? We’re Always Short on Holidays! Dr. Smith: “I’ve had three caregivers cancel Christmas morning in the past five years. It’s like