About who needs care: Upsides: no chronic illnesses (no cancer, diabetes, etc.), good appetite. Hes approx 510, 155lbs. Hes mobile/walks, but is slowing down some. Downsides: hes starting to experience some physical weakness. He loves walking, but stamina is limited these days. Also, his eyesight is not great. He cant see detail, but can still see to get around. At his core, he is a loving, optimistic friendly guy. Well-loved, well-respected in the community. About the care needs: We are looking for a live-in caretaker. Someone to provide meals, bathing care, lite housekeeping. You would also take him to appointments, social events, etc. Also a key need: a responsible person in the house at night someone there that can pick up the phone and call someone in the unlikely event of any medical situation w/our dad (fyi, hes never had one in the past, but we are just trying to be safe, etc.). // Dad is a positive, "glass 1/2 full" guy. Need caregiver with same outlook. Services needed include: transportation, meal preparation, errands / shopping, light housekeeping, companionship, feeding, and bathing / dressing.
Bathing / Dressing
Companionship
Feeding
Light Housekeeping
Meal Preparation
Errands / Shopping
Transportation Required