Hands-on Care Needed For My Mother In Wilmington

About who needs care: My mom has a few underlying health conditions, including congenital heart failure, rheumatoid arthritis, and the lasting effects of a stroke, which have limited her mobility. She also has a history of falls, so ensuring her safety and comfort at home is a priority (she mainly uses a walker to get around the house but may require a wheelchair at times). Despite these difficulties, she maintains a positive spirit and stays engaged with activities she loves. Her hobbies and interests bring joy, relaxation, and creativity into her life. She enjoys light exercise to maintain her strength and mobility. Watching TV and listening to music provide moments of relaxation, while her creative side shines through in crafting, decorating, and making beautiful flower arrangements. These activities offer her a sense of purpose and artistic fulfillment. Her ideal day follows a gentle, consistent routine. She prefers to wake up between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m., start her day with vitamins and breakfast, and spend her morning in the kitchen or living room, often relaxing with a TV show - usually cooking shows (on PBS) or shopping on QVC. In the afternoon, she prepares dinner, an activity that adds structure to her day. By evening, she winds down, gets ready for bed, and aims to sleep between 9:00 and 10:00 p.m., ensuring she has a restful night. About the care needs: A good caregiver needs to have a blend of compassion, patience, attentiveness, and adaptability. Since my mom has some specific health challenges and a well-established daily routine, its essential that a caregiver can provide both physical support and emotional companionship. Here are some key personality traits that would be most beneficial: Compassionate and Empathetic; Patient and Calm; Attentive and Observant; Reliable and Consistent; Physically Capable and Safety-Focused; Encouraging and Motivating; Respectful and Supportive of Independence Some specialized skills that would be beneficial for my mom's support and care are: Fall Prevention & Mobility Assistance - Safe transfer techniques, Support for walking and standing up when needed Health Management - Medication management, Recognizing any warning signs (shortness of breath, swelling, or sudden pain), Monitoring vital signs Personal Care & Hygiene Assistance - Dressing assistance, Skin care (checking for sores, bruises, or skin irritation), Bathroom support (help as needed, while promoting independence) Household Support & Meal Preparation - Meal preparation, Dietary monitoring, Light housekeeping (laundry, washing dishes, taking out trash, keeping things tidy, cleaning bathroom, making her bed) If they have specific hobbies or interests in food, cooking, crafting, or physical fitness, that would be a plus. Services needed include: meal preparation, errands / shopping, light housekeeping, companionship, feeding, bathing / dressing, and mobility assistance.