We are looking for a caregiver to look after a lovely elderly woman. The hours are three hours Monday - Friday in the afternoon. And also weekends from 5pm on Friday to 8pm on Sunday.
She is in her 80s and has Parkinsons disease and is able to walk with a walker on most days. She requires someone to help her use her walker as her balance is sometimes a bit off and also some days needs to use the wheelchair. She needs help in the bathroom. You will have your own bedroom and will sleep nearby so that she is not scared in the night. She does not get up at night and generally sleeps from 9:00pm -7:30am. In the morning we have other care that comes to get her through the shower and dressed. In the evening there is care to get her teeth brushed etc. and get her dressed and ready for bed. You will be expected to prepare a delicious and nutritious meals. Once a week the children and grandchildren will come for a dinner to enjoy with the entire family. This job includes some shopping, tidying, cooking or resting as needed. We are looking for someone that is like a family member that his happy to help our mother with whatever she needs. And has the courage to take someone with limited mobility out for a walk etc. This means that you need to be strong but you don't need to be a PSW.
She lives in a lovely house with a garden. Her home is well-located and is 3 blocks from fruit stands, meat shops and the subway.
It is important that you are able to sleep at the house although you will generally not be working at night. Only on the rare occasion that there is some kind an event. 99.9% of the time there will be a solid night of sleep.
If you are interested please reply to this posting with your availability, your experience, and why you would be good for this job. Food and living quarters will be provided to you for free. Salary is still being determined.