Finding someone to care for elderly parents is SO important! It is possible to find that perfect person and cut costs by launching your own search. If you choose to "go it on your own" the first thing is find a professional background screening company that specializes in pre-employment background screening. A good source is a licensed private investigator, and here is why: 1. A licensed PI that specializes in pre-employment background screening, such as I, knows the Federal and state laws that apply to what can and can not be access in a pre-employment background check as as FCRA,DPPA, and HIPPA laws__2.They have the application and the necessary release forms for both you and the applicant.__3. The PI uses FCRA compliant databases to do the criminal background check, and should do a civil check as well.__4. A PI knows how to search court records if necessary.__5. You can call a PI to express your needs and concerns, even if that PI is located in another state__Being the care giver is now a common thing for Boomers as our parents live longer...thank heaven. As a Boomer and a parent care giver, I will be happy to answer any questions st sandy@goldshieldli.com