In search of a compassionate and competent companion/caregiver for individual with early onset Alzheimer’s disease. Individual is a 70 YO male in the middle stages of disease, with loss of short term memory but otherwise in good physical health. Client is able to do most things for themselves but needs gentle prodding and follow-up. Candidate would be required to perform the following tasks:
1. Prepare healthful breakfast, lunch and dinner meals
2. Take client on walks
3. Take client to gym regularly
4. Drive client to medical and personal appointments
5. Do grocery shopping as needed
6. Take client to social activities including mini golf, movies, dance lessons, etc.
7. Engage client in activities like puzzles, board games, word games and memory-support activities
8. Ensure client bathes and shaves regularly
9. Engage client in conversation regularly
10. Travel with client from time to time if needed
11. Ensure client takes their daily medications on schedule
12. Light laundry and housekeeping
Ideal candidate will:
1. Have previous experience working with adults with Memory problems
2. Have a patient temperament and empathetic nature
3. Have a positive and caring attitude
4. Be able to prepare simple healthy meals (food provided)
5. Already have or be willing to get CPR certified
6. Have energy to handle duties and keep client engaged in daily activities
7. Work with family members who are engaged in supporting client on a regular basis
8. Agree to a criminal and financial background check
9. Speak English (at least as a second language) and be able to communicate clearly and precisely
A. Only qualified individuals need applywe are not interested in candidates that are not willing to be actively engaged in helping client improve or maintain their memory and brain function by keeping them verbally and mentally challenged with conversation, games and other brain-support activities on a daily basis.
B. Resume or bio outlining experience required
C. 2 professional and 2 personal references required
D. Candidate must be available to start within two weeks of offer
E. Current drivers license and clean driving record required