About the job
76-yo female, living w/ 81-yo spouse in Shady Hollow. Primary Progressive Apraxia of Speech diagnosis w/ progressing dementia affecting ability to find words, beginnings of memory loss & cognitive decline. Need help with meal planning & prep, household chores and cleaning, companionship and assistance. Meals: home cooked healthy dinners, milk-free, lean proteins w/ vegetables / salads. Lunch prep or leftovers. Confident in kitchen. Household: put away groceries, fridge/pantry maintenance, change linens, cleaning (bathrooms, kitchen, vacuum). Proactive and self directed. Assist: Dressing, grooming, showering as needed, walks, practice speech therapy, med reminders. Daytime, timing flexible, depending on hours. Est. 20hr/week with room for growth. About the care needs: kind, quiet, patient, self-motivated & proactive, confident cook
Caregiver preferences
Bathing / Dressing
Companionship
Light Housekeeping
Non-Smoker
Helps Staying Physically Active
Has Own Transportation
Meal Preparation
Medication Prompting
Errands / Shopping
