About who needs care: My father is adamant about staying in his house, but his memory in the short term is so diminished that I fear it is not safe for him. He is very lonely and he needs someone to make sure he takes his medicine and gets food, etc. I work full-time and I live about 45 minutes from him but as of right now ImMy father is adamant about staying in his house, but his memory in the short term is so diminished that I fear it is not safe for him. He is very lonely and he needs someone to make sure he takes his medicine and gets food, etc. I work full-time and I live about 45 minutes from him but as of right now Im with him five out of seven days a week. I have a friend help me on Wednesdays and Fridays. About the care needs: Someone that has patience And is compassionate.