About who needs care: My mother is 87 y/o. She has congestive heart failure, and a kidney disease, but does not suffer with dibilitatingproblems. Considering her age, she is in pretty good health. Although she has a hearing aid, she does not use it. As a result, she is has 50% hearing loss, and her care giver must speak loudly.
My mother enjoys watching movies, but loves to engage in give and take, lengthy conversations. She wants to know about her caregiver 's life and family, as well as tell her own stories. She enjoys playing memory games, playing her keyboard, singing, and discussing political and spiritual matters. She is a retired English teacher of 35+ years. She is intellectual, and likes to discuss literature, poetry, musicals,
biblical scripture, or any written word that
can be discussed or debated.
An ideal day for my mother would be a combination of the above-listed activities. She thrives on structure and dependability, and wishes to know what time her meals will be served, and when each activity will
take place.
About the care needs: A good fit for my mother would be an individual who can listen, as well as share personal experiences of their own.; an educated individual who can challenge her intellect, share in her passion for literature and music, and be her companion.
A good fit would be someone who can help her with her personal hygiene, fix her hair for her, polish her nails, and make her feel pretty.
No specialized skills are required, with the exception of being able to assist her into, and out of the tub.
Services needed include: transportation, meal preparation, errands / shopping, light housekeeping, companionship, feeding, bathing / dressing, and mobility assistance. ... read more