Senior care - Grandpa's health has declined in the last month and...
$25 – $30/hr • Full time • Starts Apr 10 • Ewa Beach, HI
Grandpa's health has declined in the last month and is now in a hospital bed. Due to Grandpa's dementia, he can sometimes be afraid of whoyou are. Being gentle and speaking with specific information to not overwhelm him helps a great deal. Grandpa can be combative and not cooperate when he is confused or doesn't know what is going on. This is no fault of anyone, just the effects of dementia.
hygiene-Cleaning/changing depends/diaper, shirt if soiled, chucks/pads and bedding when soiled, Feeding breakfast/lunch, Light cleaning to include, room, floors, laundry, dishes. Sponge bath.
We require a caregiver who has skills and experience with changing/cleaning patients that are bed bound in a hospital bed. Also experience working with Dementia patients. Grandpa gives little help when rolling him and has right sided weakness due to his stroke. ... more
