About who needs care: Underlying Conditions: -Diabetes. -Dementia. -Depression. -Short Term Memory Loss. -Frequent restroom breaks. -Neuropathy -Poor Blood circulation -Forgets to take medication and/or not at the doctor prescribed time. -Doesn't like to drink water. -Doesn't clean up after himself. -Angry often, Argues with wife. -In bed all day, sitting still for too long (doesn't get out of bed until after 1030am). -At times: foot pain and loss of appetite. Hobbies/Interests: -Watching Cricket -Watching CNN, Western movies, old James Bond, Old Movies with no cursing. -Sleeping or laying down. -Listening to old calypso and old lovers rock reggae music. -Shopping for clothes. (Cloth buying addiction) -Talking about past experiences from growing up/ living/working in St Kitts/St Croix/St Thomas (Caribbean). This is how I (son) would structure his day: -Hot Breakfast 7-8:30 a.m. w/ medication while watching the TV. Then exercise on the seated pedal bike for 30 mins or a physical activity. Relax till lunch with a memory training exercise. -Lunch: (11:30-12). After lunch go for walk around neighborhood and/or get some fresh air. Dinner 5-6 p.m. Memory exercise. About the care needs: What type of personality would be a good fit? -Carribean background or worked with Caribbean seniors, Patient, good energy, motivated. Are there any specialized skills they need? -communication skills, able to lift 30lbs Should they have any specific hobbies/interests? - Services needed include: transportation, meal preparation, errands / shopping, light housekeeping, and companionship.
Mobility Assistance
Companionship
Light Housekeeping
Non-Smoker
Helps Staying Physically Active
Has Own Transportation
Meal Preparation
Medication Prompting
Errands / Shopping
Transportation Required