Caregiver Profile & In-Home Care Requirements Seeking a female caregiver with reliable transportation and 5+ years elderly care experience to care for my 85-year-old mother Monday–Friday, 10am–4pm. She has high blood pressure and mild aphasia from a 2024 stroke. She walks with a walker and occasionally uses a wheelchair for long distances. Ideal candidate is: • Punctual & dependable • Patient, caring & compassionate • Detail-oriented & organized • Strong communicator who reports health/cognitive changes • Follows strict health & safety protocols Care tasks include: • Showering assistance (min 3x/week) • Occasional dressing help • Daily blood pressure checks • Light housekeeping: • Clean bedroom & bathroom • Make bed, change linens biweekly • Laundry 2x/week • Dispose of soiled incontinence items properly • Kitchen duties: • Clean dishes, pots/pans • Wipe counters, mop spills • Ensure all appliances are off • Restock bottled water • Keep her food on middle/bottom fridge shelves • Meal prep & kitchen cleanup • Clean caregiver bathroom (toilet, counters, floor) • Vacuum hallway Additional responsibilities: • Transportation to medical & hair appointments • Encourage light exercise & fresh air (2x/week min) • Sign in/out daily; all visiting health personnel must also sign in/out Home Health & Safety Guidelines (Strictly Enforced): • Daily mask use: Provided clean, individually packaged masks at front door must be worn • Use hand sanitizer or gloves upon entry • Supplies (masks, sanitizer, gloves) available at entrance • All caregivers and visitors must comply to prevent contamination Timely communication is required if late or absent.
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