This is a long-term position, and finding the right personality fit is extremely important to our family. Duties & Responsibilities - Provide attentive, compassionate companionship and emotional support - Assist with activities of daily living and personal care as needed, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily routines - Provide mobility assistance and support with fall prevention and maintaining a safe home environment - Assist with medication reminders, organization, and adherence to her established care plan - Observe changes in health, behavior, mobility, or overall well-being and communicate any concerns promptly with family members and the care team - Prepare three healthy, nutritious, home-cooked meals each day based on her preferences and dietary needs - Encourage proper nutrition and hydration throughout the day - Provide thoughtful, engaging companionship appropriate for an older adult experiencing memory loss - Plan and participate in enjoyable daily activities such as nature walks, gentle outings, grocery shopping, preparing meals together, visiting family, conversation, and relaxing activities at home - Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, household organization, and maintaining a clean, comfortable, and safe home environment - Provide transportation to doctor appointments, errands, activities, and family visits - Help keep track of schedules, medications, appointments, and other important day-to-day needs - Communicate regularly and effectively with family members, other caregivers, and healthcare providers as appropriate An important part of this position is helping our mother continue to enjoy a calm, safe, and fulfilling daily life. Our ideal caregiver is someone who is: - Exceptionally warm, gentle, patient, and compassionate - Calm and reassuring, with a peaceful presence - A genuinely good listener who takes the time to understand the person they are caring for - Nurturing without being overbearing - Able to gently guide and encourage rather than rush, pressure, or control - Patient and understanding when supporting someone experiencing memory loss - Emotionally intuitive and attentive to changes in mood, comfort, and well-being - Respectful of an older adult’s dignity, independence, preferences, and individual personality - Someone who enjoys conversation and companionship as well as quiet time together - Comfortable moving through the day at a relaxed and comfortable pace - Dependable, trustworthy, responsible, and organized - A clear and thoughtful communicator with family members and other caregivers - Someone who genuinely enjoys caring for and spending time with older adults - Interested in becoming a trusted, long-term part of a family’s care team Schedule & Care Team Other caregivers and family support are already in place. Qualifications - Previous professional or private caregiving experience is strongly preferred - Experience in private home care, assisted living, memory care, senior care, or similar environments is preferred - Experience supporting individuals with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss, or other age-related needs is highly valued - Knowledge of personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs) - Ability to safely provide mobility assistance and support with fall prevention - Ability and willingness to prepare healthy, home-cooked meals - Strong communication and organizational skills - Ability to communicate effectively with family members, caregivers, and healthcare providers - Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required - Excellent professional and/or caregiving references - Willingness to complete a background check Compensation & Benefits - $6,000 per month - Free housing with a private bedroom - Vehicle provided for work and reasonable personal use - Weekends off - Long-term, stable position - Existing caregivers and family support already in place To Apply Please submit a résumé along with a brief introduction telling us: - About yourself and your caregiving experience - Your current location and availability - Why you are interested in a live-in caregiving position - Why you feel you would be a good fit for a calm, gentle, and relationship-focused caregiving environment Please also be prepared to provide 2–4 professional or caregiving references. We hope to find a genuinely kind, gentle, and dependable person who will develop a trusting relationship with our mother and become a valued, long-term part of her care team.
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