About who needs care: My sister. Unable to stand or walk. Weight 280 pounds, use a Hoyer lift for transfers. She needs morning care -- transfer to commode, dress when needed, transfer to wheelchair as needed, fix breakfast, help with personal hygiene. Recently diagnosed with ALS. Evening shifts -- transfer to commode, prepare dinner, set up for bed time. Some light housekeeping as needed, laundry, help open and process mail, etc. Possibly help with doctors appointments (we have a mobility van for the wheelchair) depending on schedules. About the care needs: Positive personality. Able to handle obese (280 pounds) patient -- turning and shifting in bed. Services needed include: meal preparation, light housekeeping, feeding, bathing / dressing, and mobility assistance. I (and my other sister) are always available to assist.
Mobility Assistance
Bathing / Dressing
Feeding
Heavy lifting
Light Housekeeping
Meal Preparation
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